Kamloops

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Enjoy all four seasons in this friendly Canadian sports center which has more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually and fun outdoor activities every day of the year.

Kamloops is a friendly city in the heart of British Columbia where the North and South Thompson Rivers meet. Visit to watch sports tournaments or participate in outdoor activities. Enjoy golf, mountain biking, skiing, fishing and boating, all within 45 minutes of downtown Kamloops.

Walk, jog or rollerblade around McArthur Island Park along the Thompson River. Stop to watch soccer or baseball on the many fields or tackle the skate park’s halfpipe and obstacles. If you’ve never tried lawn bowling or curling, stop here to see how these games are played. Cheer for U.S. and Canadian semi-professional teams during July’s Kamloops International Baseball Tournament at the park’s Norbrock Stadium. The island even has a 9-hole executive golf course with club rental.

Kamloops is known as Canada’s Tournament Capital. The city’s Tournament Capital Centre and other facilities host more than 100 varied sports events annually, including hockey, track and field, aquatics, cross-country skiing, volleyball, mountain biking, orienteering, kayaking, rugby, badminton, speed skating, rodeo, dance, dragon boat racing and even the Dirty Feet Running Race series.

Learn about the history of this part of British Columbia. In the early 1800s the area was part of the United States known as Fort Astoria, named after the American fur trader and millionaire John Jacob Astor. Canadians from Winnipeg reached this spot in 1863 and renamed it Kamloops, based on the First Nations word meaning “where the rivers meet.” Join the celebration of First Nations heritage via storytelling, song and dance during summer’s Kamloopa Pow Wow.

Kamloops has more than 200 restaurants, many conveniently located in the lively downtown area near the river. Admire historic buildings and quiet streets and stop in small boutiques along the brick sidewalks. Travel outside the city to enjoy the diverse landscapes of mountains, grasslands, lakes and valleys and spot local wildlife.

Four major highways come together in Kamloops. Drive from major centers such as Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Seattle.

Where to stay in Kamloops

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Kamloops City Centre

4/5(510 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Kamloops City Centre, Lake City Casino Kamloops and Kamloops Heritage Railway are top sights worth seeing.

Kamloops City Centre
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Aberdeen

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Aberdeen and surrounding area, you can visit Aberdeen Mall and Cascades Casino.

Aberdeen
Great hiking trails wind their way all throughout the hills here making for a new adventure every time #hike #exploreBC #naturalbeauty

Valleyview

3.5/5(175 area reviews)

While Valleyview might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sun Rivers Golf Course and Kamloops Indian Band.

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Lower Sahali

While Lower Sahali isn't home to many top sights, Kamloops City Hall and Riverside Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lower Sahali
Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
3.5 out of 5
1250 Rogers Way, Kamloops, BC
The price is CA $134 per night from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4
CA $134
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Kamloops. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,518 reviews)
"The room was dirty."

Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2024

Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
Riverland Inn & Suites
Riverland Inn & Suites
3 out of 5
1530 River St, Kamloops, BC
The price is CA $89 per night from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4
CA $89
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Kamloops. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,316 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Oct. 27, 2024

Riverland Inn & Suites
The Plaza Hotel Downtown, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Plaza Hotel Downtown, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 out of 5
405 Victoria St, Kamloops, BC
The price is CA $80 per night from Nov. 18 to Nov. 19
CA $80
CA $93 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kamloops. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (1,262 reviews)
"Hockey team staying overnight between games. Close to Restaurants"

Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2024

The Plaza Hotel Downtown, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Log Home Getaway,  Situated On 24 Acres With Private Access To Lake.
Log Home Getaway, Situated On 24 Acres With Private Access To Lake.
Pinantan Lake
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Kamloops. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (154 reviews)
Quiet and Relaxing
"Beautiful space to relax and unwind!"

Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2024

Log Home Getaway, Situated On 24 Acres With Private Access To Lake.
Ranchland Private Suite on 80 acre ranch, 15 min from Kamloops!
Ranchland Private Suite on 80 acre ranch, 15 min from Kamloops!
Knutsford
Stay at this vacation home in Kamloops. Popular attractions Somerville Lake and Menanteau Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Amazing for a retreat or stay close to Kamloops
"Such a great property with everything thought of to make your stay perfect! Quiet, serene location but you can easily access Kamloops. We saw numerous birds as well as a few deers. The property has interesting books on Canadian history - fun ones as well such as Saloons and scoundrels. Great hospitality ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2024

Ranchland Private Suite on 80 acre ranch, 15 min from Kamloops!
Welcome to our home. We speak English and mandarin if needed.
Welcome to our home. We speak English and mandarin if needed.
Kamloops
Stay at this vacation home in Kamloops. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Harper Mountain and Eaglepoint Golf Resort are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Simple and functional.
"A nice little place to stay in Kamloops. Nothing fancy, but met the needs of my friends and I for a few days. Can be a tad loud upstairs at early morning hours, as well as road and train noise so bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper. Other than that, we enjoyed our quick stay. aand clear and ..."

Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2024

Welcome to our home. We speak English and mandarin if needed.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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