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Motel Happy Salmon

2.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful nature retreat near Shuswap Lake, where multilingual staff create a welcoming atmosphere just minutes from local heritage sites

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Motel Happy Salmon sits close to R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum, offering a quiet getaway with practical amenities. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi while relaxing in the property's lush gardens. The smoke-free environment provides the perfect setting to read or simply unwind.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(100 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Salmon Arm is home to Motel Happy Salmon. Salmon Arm Golf Club and Salmon Arm Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shuswap Lake and Margaret Falls. R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum and British Columbia Visitor Centre @ Mt Robson are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Salmon Arm travel guide
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Map
6410 Trans-Canada Hwy, Salmon Arm, BC, V0E 1K0

What's nearby

  • In Salmon Arm, BC, the Salmon Arm Wharf is the longest curved inland wharf in North America. (June 2019) #Trovember
    Salmon Arm Wharf
    8 min drive - 9.9 km
  • R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum
    4 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Salmon Arm Golf Club
    7 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Centenoka Park Mall
    7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Peter Jannink Nature Park
    8 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Kamloops, BC (YKA)
    100 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    7 min drive
  • Jane's Place
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Crown N' Anchor Public House And Grill
    9 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant
    8 min drive

About this property

Motel Happy Salmon

Motel near Shuswap Lake
Located close to R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum and Margaret Falls, Motel Happy Salmon provides a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Books, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Motel Happy Salmon have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Tubs or showers and shampoo
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Books

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: CAD 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:30 PM
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Motel Happy Salmon Motel
Motel Happy Salmon Salmon Arm
Motel Happy Salmon Motel Salmon Arm

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel Happy Salmon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel Happy Salmon?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Happy Salmon on Mar 9, 2026 start from CA $74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel Happy Salmon?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM– 11:30 PM for a fee of CAD 20.

What time is check-out at Motel Happy Salmon?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Motel Happy Salmon located?

Situated in Salmon Arm, this motel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Shuswap Lake and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum. Salmon Arm Golf Club and Salmon Arm Wharf are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Motel Happy Salmon Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CANICE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is updated and very clean. I liked the hot water comes out very quickly and very hot. Check-in is easy and staff is very nice. The bed is comfortable as well. If the bathroom equips with a ventilation fan would be better. Overall, nice stay for a night after long driving.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

wayne

Clean room Would be nice to have an electric heater in the room Recommend this hideaway
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean place to stay, easy check-in and friendly. Right outside of town was convenient as I was traveling through.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Real

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accomodation and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, quiet enough.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelant motel with great service and location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cozy, roomy, excellent motel. Location is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean cheap comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean inside and outside.Will stay there again for sure. The price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was extremely clean. Convenient off the highway just what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bernadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Renovated old style motel, clean, adequate, and friendly staff. Would stay again...great for a quick stop on our way.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very clean. Great staff, huge rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANA BEATRIZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very well locsted Motel. Near the beach. Very beautifull lake and town. We will return to this motel on saturdsy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Courtenay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and tidy, had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleigh

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, comfy bed, renovated rooms, friendly easy check in/check out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

rob

Great staff and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David k

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Order place, renovated, very nice and clean. Very good people to deal with we could not figure out how to bring the heat down, but that was no issue. I recommend this place to anybody who has a budget to stick to.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean, bright, comfortable, quaint. Budget friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For an overnight stay Motel Happy Salmon provided a clean comfortable room in a convenient location. The motel is newly renovated in a pleasant style. There is a terrific pub in Canoe Village at the lake, a short walk down the hill from the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Motel Happy Salmon was basic and small, but clean and well-kept. Great value for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy Salmon was a great stopping point on our journey. It is very basic, but clean and well cared for. The host (who was very sweet) recommended Canoe beach which is within driving distance. What a beautiful beach! We will certainly return!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent value for the money. Halfway point between Calgary and Vancouver, public beach nearby. If you are looking for an efficient stop over with clean beds and AC, and you aren't traveling with pets, the Happy Salmon is a great option!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and in good condition. Staff was friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an unexpected delight - a motel we found in a search. Lots of room inside and recently renovated. Lots of seating outside including picnic tables to sit and soak up the view, plus they recommended a restaurant in town that was fab.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service.Rooms were nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025