Kamloops

Travel Guide
Kamloops showing autumn colours, a park and horse riding
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

Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
3.5 out of 5
1250 Rogers Way, Kamloops, BC, V1S1N5
The price is CA $135 per night from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28
CA $135
per night
Mar. 27 - Mar. 28
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kamloops. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,213 reviews)
"Everything was good except the shower head was broken"

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2023

Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
Wingate by Wyndham Kamloops
Wingate by Wyndham Kamloops
3 out of 5
1180 Rogers Way, H, Kamloops, BC, V1S1N5
The price is CA $152 per night from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28
CA $152
per night
Mar. 27 - Mar. 28
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kamloops. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"2nd time stay clean and decent"

Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2023

Wingate by Wyndham Kamloops
Sandman Signature Kamloops Hotel
Sandman Signature Kamloops Hotel
3.5 out of 5
225 Lorne St, Kamloops, BC, V2C1W2
Fully refundable
The price is CA $147 per night from Apr. 18 to Apr. 19
CA $147
per night
Apr. 18 - Apr. 19
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kamloops. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I love the hot tub"

Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2023

Sandman Signature Kamloops Hotel
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.
Rayleigh Riverfront Retreat-25 min from Ski Hill.
Rayleigh Riverfront Retreat-25 min from Ski Hill.
Kamloops, BC
Stay at this beach apartment in Kamloops. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Dunes at Kamloops and British Columbia Wildlife ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Staying in a botanic paradise
"Absolutely awesome! Beyond description. Hosts were wonderful, the property was a spectacular retreat along the river, all the amenities were of superior quality with so many top notch extras. A dream!"

Reviewed on Aug. 28, 2022

Rayleigh Riverfront Retreat-25 min from Ski Hill.
Comfortable & Cozy / 3 bedroom with Hot Tub
Comfortable & Cozy / 3 bedroom with Hot Tub
Kamloops, BC
Stay at this vacation home in Kamloops. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Popular attractions Big Little Science Centre and McArthur Island ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Friends getaway
"This house was perfect for our weekend at the Scotties. Bonus was the two car garage that was available for us to use as it was a snowy weekend in Kamloops. Also pleasantly surprised that the neighbors shoveled the driveway. All in all would highly recommend"

Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2023

Comfortable & Cozy / 3 bedroom with Hot Tub
Home away from home in a new upscale & most desirable neighbourhood!
Home away from home in a new upscale & most desirable neighbourhood!
Kamloops, BC
Stay at this vacation home in Kamloops. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Aberdeen Mall and Cliffside Climbing Gym are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Awesome
"Cute apartment with all you need to relax and enjoy your vacation in Kamloops. Great communication and easy access. Thanks for all the unexpected extras. Sue and Craig"

Reviewed on Feb. 11, 2023

Home away from home in a new upscale & most desirable neighbourhood!
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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