The Vista Inn

Property class: 2

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a shower area.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a white tiled backsplash, and a microwave.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a red chair, a wooden dining table, and a grey coffee table.
A bedroom with a bed, a small refrigerator, a desk, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A modern office space with a reception desk, multiple computer monitors, and seating areas.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $68
$58 nightly
$68 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

Room options

Classic Single Room

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

Standard Double Room

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

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

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

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Business Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Business Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 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

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

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About the neighborhood

Kamloops

With a stay at The Vista Inn in Kamloops (West End), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Sahali Centre Mall and Thompson Rivers University. .This motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Summit Shopping Centre and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Tournament Capital Centre.

What's nearby

  • Thompson Rivers University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tournament Capital Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Riverside Park - 3 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • Kamloops City Hall - 4 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Sandman Centre - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kamloops Station - 5 min drive
  • Kamloops, BC (YKA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bold Pizzeria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Earls Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Vista Inn

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 97 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Detached private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided weekly.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Nandi's Flavours of India serving guests of The Vista Inn. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Nandi's Flavours of India - This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

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 elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Renovated entire property - August 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

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 allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • 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)

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Hotel Kamloops
Kamloops Howard Johnson
Howard Johnson Inn Kamloops Downtown Hotel Kamloops
Panorama City Centre Inn Kamloops
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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 1139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1139 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the comfy beds, clean bathroom, and included breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vista Inn is located in a great location with lots of nearby food and shopping. Room was clean and updated. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy room, helpful staff, delicious muffins and other choices at breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff, nice view and a lovely pool. Had a standard breakfast but my daughter loved it, pancake maker was fun. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location from Hwy 1 is excellent. Check in was easy, weather was great, room was nice and our river view was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was just grab and go!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place wouldn’t hesitate staying again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were great, just what we needed for a quick stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good; Continental Breaky was OK, Great coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds & pillows. Friendly staff. Breakfast options are simple but sufficient, especially with the automatic pancake machine. Also enjoyed the pink accents.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was super nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms with great toiletries included. Friendly staff. Reasonable pricing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place and great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean. Staff were very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is old but well located and nicely renovated and maintained. Had everything I needed and secure for parking my motorcycle. The restaurant on site was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and friendly. For the price it was great and close to stores and a Tim Hortons.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Jay was extremely kind, helpful, and understanding - this kind of hospitality is so heartwarming, and I wish the team and the property the very best!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second time staying. It is a very affordable comfortable place. Nice and quiet. I Love the pink accents.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay went well
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, beautiful view, fun & funky decor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and I had a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026