The Vista Inn

2.0 star property

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed
Classic Single Room
Standard Double Room
Business Room
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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626 Columbia St W, Kamloops, BC, V2C 1L1
  • Place, Thompson Rivers University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tournament Capital Centre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kamloops, BC (YKA)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Business Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Business Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Exclusive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Signature Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Vista Inn

A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a seasonal outdoor pool are available at this smoke-free motel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-out are onsite. Private bathrooms are not ensuite and weekly housekeeping is available.
The Vista Inn offers 97 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Vista Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Thompson Rivers University. You'll find features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy Indian cuisine while dining at Nandi's Flavours of India
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a multilingual staff
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Thompson Rivers University and Ruckers Fun & Games
  • Pets welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A seasonal outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at The Vista Inn. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Vista Inn was completed in August 2022.

This Kamloops motel is smoke free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Nandi's Flavours of India - This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nandi's Flavours of India

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Renovated entire property - August 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 29 to May 15:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Up to 2 children 15 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Hotel Kamloops
Kamloops Howard Johnson
Howard Johnson Inn Kamloops Downtown Hotel Kamloops
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Panorama City Centre Inn
Panorama City Centre Kamloops
Panorama City Centre
The Vista Inn Motel
The Vista Inn Kamloops
Panorama City Centre Inn
The Vista Inn Motel Kamloops

The Vista Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 386 out of 904 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 904 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 904 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 904 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 904 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was the second time staying and really enjoyed the room, staff and cleanliness!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Roy, Maple Ridge

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean and beds were comfy however, they were very sterile and lacked any coziness. The bathroom was extremely dated and since the fan didn’t work the ceiling was peeling above the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Preeta

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff are absolutely lovely. Overall the Vista Inn has a very cute aesthetic, gorgeous view, and a great Indian restaurant next door. Mattresses are comfortable and rooms are decently sized. I’d say if you need to book last-minute for an affordable price; this is the place to stay. However, the cleanliness of the rooms, especially the bathrooms, floors, mini fridge, and bed sheets need significant improvement. I only needed a 1 night stay last-minute, so I could avoid using the shower (though it was uncomfortable even just using the toilet). For an overnight stay this worked well for me - but if I’m in Kamloops for 2+ nights I definitely wouldn’t stay here just because of the lack of cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahatelge Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel vibes with hotel quality. Looks like they recently renovated, and they did a great job of it. My room was super clean and the staff were always friendly. Very comfortable bed, and all the basics covered in the room. The breakfast was modest, but very convenient. I happened to get the room at the very corner of the hotel, and the view was incredible. Would easily recommend Vista Inn.
The north-facing view out the corner room.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yongquan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was clear of the bedding
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice basic hotel. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carrington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Stacey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Cassidy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Check in was abit odd, the clerk was trying to pre authorize and was having issues. Entered in info wrong twice and almost compromised my credit card. I had to call my bank to check in that it wasn’t cancelled.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and quiet good place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Robyn

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy in and out, basic necessities, nice nespresso maker. Cheap and everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nishchal

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jianhua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean and staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
NO A/C needed in a Canadian winter, but the heater was really good! Stayed one night and it has everything a traveller needs - comfy bed, hot shower, good linens, and quiet neighbors - a a great price! I will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in person presented poorly. Check out person was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, good quality beds, friendly helpful staff. Good base for skiing at Sun Peaks at a far lower cost than in the resort. Great shower
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

W.J.

Pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

W.J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff - helpful, pleasant, easy to talk to.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025