Kelowna

Travel Guide
Quails\' Gate Estate Winery featuring a river or creek and farmland
This picturesque city on the banks of Okanagan Lake is famous for its beach parks, golf courses, nature trails and wineries.

Enjoy the lakeside retreat of Kelowna enveloped by gorgeous landscapes of the Okanagan Valley. Its attractions sit amid a backdrop of canyons, orchards, rolling hills and vineyards. Enjoy lake beaches, watersports, golf courses, wine estates and fine dining. The Okanagan First Nations people settled here more than 6,000 years ago and Europeans arrived in 1859. Today the city offers great family vacations, romantic getaways and weekend breaks.

At the heart of Downtown Kelowna is Kelowna Cultural District. View Canadian artworks at the Hambleton Galleries and Kelowna Art Gallery. Learn about local history at the Okanagan Heritage Museum and Okanagan Military Museum. Visit The Laurel Packinghouse, home to the Okanagan Wine and Orchard Museum. Catch performances at the Black Box Theatre and Kelowna Community Theatre.

Along the city’s western edge, Okanagan Lake features boating, fishing, kayaking and swimming, among other water-based activities. Discover sandy, child-friendly spots such as Gyro Beach and Hot Sands Beach at the delightful City Park. Wander along boardwalks and attend summer concerts at Waterfront Park. Rent kayaks, Jet Skis, motorboats and waterskiing gear at Downtown Marina Kelowna.

Tour the Okanagan Valley wineries, including about 30 estates within a 20-minute drive of the downtown district. These wineries include Cedar Creek Estate Winery, Kalala Organic Estate Winery, Mission Hill Family Estate and Summerhill Pyramid Winery. Sample fine wines accompanied by farm-to-table cuisine.

Take a scenic bike ride or walk in Myra Canyon. A wooden trail follows a section of a former railway decorated with tunnels and trestle bridges. Admire city views from the summit of Knox Mountain Park. Play a round of golf at Gallagher’s Canyon, Okanagan Golf Club or Kelowna Springs.

Fly to Kelowna from major Canadian cities as well as several U.S. cities. Get around Downtown Kelowna by foot and use public buses to reach areas outside the city center. Relax on lake beaches during the mild summer months and bring your skis in winter to conquer the mountain at Big White Ski Resort.

Where to stay in Kelowna

Downtown Kelowna showing a small town or village

Downtown Kelowna

4/5(306 area reviews)

Downtown Kelowna is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and lake views, and you might also want to make a stop by Kelowna Centennial Museum, a top sight in the neighborhood.

Downtown Kelowna
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North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Waterfront Park and Knox Mountain Park are top sights worth seeing.

North End
City Park which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and tranquil scenes

Kelowna Central Business District

4.5/5(51 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Kelowna Central Business District. A stop by Kelowna Art Gallery or Lake City Casino might round out your trip.

Kelowna Central Business District
Regional District of Central Okanagan showing a small town or village and landscape views

South Pandosy

4.5/5(132 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to South Pandosy. A stop by Boyce-Gyro Beach Park or Mission Creek Regional Park might round out your trip.

South Pandosy
Mission Creek Regional Park which includes a river or creek

Rutland

4/5(449 area reviews)

Rutland is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mission Creek Regional Park and St Andrews by the Lake.

Rutland
The dilworth bike path is a convenient trail from central to downtown Kelowna, but don’t forget to stop #likealocal at the riverbank to enjoy a cool dip! This is a 20 metre walk off of the actual bike trail, right across from Westwood fine cabinetry.

Dilworth Mountain Estates

If you're spending some time in Dilworth Mountain Estates, Orchard Park Shopping Centre and Scandia Golf & Games are top sights worth seeing.

Dilworth Mountain Estates
Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
4 out of 5
1310 Water St, Kelowna, BC
The price is CA $215 per night from Nov. 23 to Nov. 24
CA $215
CA $249 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kelowna. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Love it"

Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2024

Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
Days Inn by Wyndham Kelowna
Days Inn by Wyndham Kelowna
2.5 out of 5
2649 Highway 97 N, Kelowna, BC
The price is CA $99 per night from Nov. 4 to Nov. 5
CA $99
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Stay at this hotel in Kelowna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (754 reviews)
"a very good price for what i recieved."

Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Kelowna
Hyatt Place Kelowna
Hyatt Place Kelowna
3 out of 5
1915 ENTERPRISE WAY, Kelowna, BC
The price is CA $135 per night from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18
CA $135
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kelowna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,211 reviews)
"Big rooms, very clean and comfy beds"

Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2024

Hyatt Place Kelowna
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.
Villa's At Eldorado Resort
Villa's At Eldorado Resort
4 out of 5
500 Cook Rd, Kelowna, BC
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Kelowna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Popular attractions Okanagan Lake and Rotary Beach Park are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
"Our family had an absolute blast staying at the villa there are so many family friendly parks in walking distance or biking distance and the staff were amazing. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back to enjoy the beautiful beach and local culture thank you so much!"

Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2024

Villa's At Eldorado Resort
Lake View Condo in Kelowna<br>
Lake View Condo in Kelowna<br>
Kelowna
Stay at this apartment in Kelowna. Enjoy balconies, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Okanagan Lake and Kelowna Centennial Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Kelowna
"Well centred location"

Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2024

Lake View Condo in Kelowna<br>
Lake View Condo 3 in Kelowna<br>
Lake View Condo 3 in Kelowna<br>
Kelowna
Stay at this apartment in Kelowna. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Okanagan Lake and Kelowna Centennial Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
No complaints.
"Great stay. Clean place."

Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2024

Lake View Condo 3 in Kelowna<br>
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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Reviews of Kelowna

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5/5 - Excellent

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love kelowna. amazing place for vacation. planning on moving there in the near future. friendly locals, lots of activities and an endless number places to eat and things to see

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We love Kelowna and come often . We won’t stay at this hotel again.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I have a daughter that lives in Kelowna and I go on a regular basis I love it I always find it very clean and people very courteous I will continue to travel to Kelowna

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Kelowna is an amazing city to visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Large city, very busy, wonderful wine capital of Canada? pr perhaps the Okanagan is the wine capital of Canada? great downtown core, and walking areas around the lake

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very cordial and friendly employees.

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