Should I stay in a hostel in Kelowna?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its lake views and gardens.

No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices, and a social environment.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kelowna?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 30°F. Average annual precipitation for Kelowna is 12 inches.

What is there to see and do in Kelowna?

In general, Kelowna is known for its wineries, basketball games, and many birds. Major attractions include Orchard Park Mall. Get out into nature with places like Kasugai Gardens, City Park, and Okanagan Lake. Cultural attractions include Okanagan Heritage Museum, Okanagan Military Museum, and BC Orchard Industry Museum.

What's the best way to get to and around Kelowna while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Kelowna on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Kelowna Intl. Airport (YLW), located 6.8 mi (10.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional), located 29.8 mi (48 km) away.

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University of British Columbia - UBC Okanagan Campus

1255 International mews, Kelowna, BC, V1V 1V8

Fully refundable

3.7/5 Good! (450 reviews)

"Had a great experience. Easy check in with lovely staff. Very clean room. Nice kitchen and lounge. Was convenient to get to the airport. I would stay here again. Thank you!"

Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2022

Samesun Kelowna

245 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6C2

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3.7/5 Good! (173 reviews)

"We are an older couple and didn’t do enough research on the property. So it was a different experience for us. All in all it wasn’t bad the double bed a bit small."

Reviewed on May 31, 2022

Kelowna Okanagan Lake Hostel

730 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6P5

2.1/5 (49 reviews)

"Its a simple but clean place. Has kitchen. Thats all we need for this price."

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2021

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Kelowna International Hostel

2343 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1T5

4.4/5 Excellent! (5 reviews)

"Nice hostel, public area a bit small, dormroom clean, friendly staff,"

Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2015

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The Shore Kelowna

3499 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna, BC, V1W 3S9

4.6/5 Wonderful! (96 reviews)

"We really enjoyed our stay at The Shore this recent weekend. The place itself was very clean and decorated very cute. The location is superb - right across the street from the beach. Restaurants located right in the building itself. Grocery store and liquor store within a 10 minute walk. The most ..."

Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2022

Pinnacle Pointe - By Vacations Kelowna

1875 Country Club Dr, Kelowna, BC, V1V 2W6

4.2/5 Very Good! (12 reviews)

"There was inconsistency in the electronic (text) communication and email messaging. For example, the instructions provided for where the garbage and recycling was located was not correct, and also access to the parking. We would have preferred a FOB to the parkade as we had to exit and re-enter our ..."

Reviewed on Jun. 21, 2022

Top floor unit in Discovery Bay with lake views from the patio!

Kelowna, BC

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Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: University of British Columbia - UBC Okanagan Campus - Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels and bed sheets in all rooms. Samesun Kelowna - Located within a 20-minute walk of Kelowna General Hospital. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an arcade/game room. Rooms come with towels, lockers, and bed sheets. Kelowna Okanagan Lake Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with desks and bed sheets. Kelowna International Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Kelowna General Hospital. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.

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The Shore Kelowna
5/5 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our stay at The Shore this recent weekend. The place itself was very clean and decorated very cute. The location is superb - right across the street from the beach. Restaurants located right in the building itself. Grocery store and liquor store within a 10 minute walk. The most important part is we had accidentally booked 2 reservations through Expedia for The Shore. We thought we had cancelled our initial one but we had not. It was very stressful as of course, Expedia stated there was nothing that could be done however The Shore was very accommodating and understanding - the manager was able to help us the next morning to find a solution that worked for both parties. It was very very kind of them. We would all recommend this place to everyone!"
A verified traveller stayed at The Shore Kelowna
Posted 9 hours ago
The Shore Kelowna
Hampton Inn & Suites Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
5/5 Excellent
"Brand new, shuttle on time for the airport"
A verified traveller stayed at Hampton Inn & Suites Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Posted 1 day ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
5/5 Excellent
"Spacious room comfy bed, pillows and Bedding. Staff friendly , helpful Breakfast good as well as location. Would stay there again."
A verified traveller stayed at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
Posted 1 day ago
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
5/5 Excellent
"All good. "
A verified traveller stayed at Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
Posted 1 day ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
Hyatt Place Kelowna
5/5 Excellent
"The room is clean and nice. bed is comfy. Location is very good."
A verified traveller stayed at Hyatt Place Kelowna
Posted 2 days ago
Hyatt Place Kelowna
University of British Columbia - UBC Okanagan Campus
5/5 Excellent
"Had a great experience. Easy check in with lovely staff. Very clean room. Nice kitchen and lounge. Was convenient to get to the airport. I would stay here again. Thank you!"
A verified traveller stayed at University of British Columbia - UBC Okanagan Campus
Posted 3 days ago
University of British Columbia - UBC Okanagan Campus
Ramada Hotel & Conference Center by Wyndham Kelowna
5/5 Excellent
"Good place to stay "
A verified traveller stayed at Ramada Hotel & Conference Center by Wyndham Kelowna
Posted 4 days ago
Ramada Hotel & Conference Center by Wyndham Kelowna
Coast Capri Hotel
5/5 Excellent
"Nice location. Good pool "
A verified traveller from Victoria stayed at Coast Capri Hotel
Posted 4 days ago
Coast Capri Hotel
The Royal Anne Hotel
5/5 Excellent
"History of hotel and also old photos of area"
A verified traveller stayed at The Royal Anne Hotel
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The Royal Anne Hotel