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Sandman Hotel Castlegar

2.5 star property
Hotel in Castlegar with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside
Interior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Lobby lounge
Meeting facility

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

Explore the area

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1944 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC, V1N2W7
  • Doukhobor Discovery Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Kootenay Gallery
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Selkirk College
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Castlegar, BC (YCG)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Suite, Multiple Beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Castlegar

Sandman Hotel Castlegar puts you in the heart of Castlegar, within a 20-minute stroll of Columbia River and Kootenay Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include an indoor swimming pool, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available. .With a stay at this Castlegar hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Doukhobor Discovery Centre and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Selkirk College.

What's nearby

  • Doukhobor Discovery Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kootenay Gallery - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Castlegar Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Selkirk College - 11 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Red Mountain Resort - 38 min drive - 42.8 km

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cuisine of India - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Duck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sandman Hotel Castlegar

Hotel in Castlegar with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre
Sandman Hotel Castlegar offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Sandman Hotel Castlegar. Free self parking is available.

This Castlegar hotel is smoke free.

  • 133 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sandman Hotel Castlegar offers 133 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: CAD 7.95 per person

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For reservations of five nights or more, the credit card on file will be pre-authorized immediately after booking, where payment for the stay will be made on-site instead of at the time of booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum CAD 125 per stay)
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately CAD 7.95 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum CAD125 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Castlegar Hotel
Castlegar Sandman
Hotel Castlegar
Sandman Castlegar
Sandman Hotel Castlegar
Sandman Hotel Castlegar Hotel
Sandman Hotel Castlegar Castlegar
Sandman Hotel Castlegar Hotel Castlegar

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

Sandman Hotel Castlegar offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandman Hotel Castlegar on 26 Aug 2025 start from NZ$174.01, including 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.

Is parking available at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

Yep, Sandman Hotel Castlegar has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

The closest beach to Sandman Hotel Castlegar is Crescent Valley Beach (17.7 km).

Does Sandman Hotel Castlegar have a pool?

Sandman Hotel Castlegar has an indoor pool.

Does Sandman Hotel Castlegar serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is available at Sandman Hotel Castlegar.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

No, Sandman Hotel Castlegar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Sandman Hotel Castlegar Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1002 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Renovation is underway so the usual revocation is expected.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Orr and Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fit exactly what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
AC didn’t work, very loud and hot
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was only one Kleenex in the Kleenex box.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daro

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Brent

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bathroom tub appeared to have black mold around the caulking. Continental breakfast not included - declined paying additional charges, typically is included. The night before we stayed at another hotel for same price and included a full breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert, Wetaskiwin

Bed good but hot tub not good needs maintenance
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Noel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night while passing through Castlegar. Room was very clean and comfortable. McDonald's is right across the road. Central location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh-ann

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

SHANNON

Travelled with family
Everything was fine however the washroom was not good. Stains in the bathtub, toilet seat didn’t fit. Definitely in need of a renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable. Friendly staff. Comfortable beds. Internet stable. Cleanliness not of highest standards; dust on fixtures and mirror
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Can you please have more eggs and yogurt in the morning for the continental. Staff are amazing. Especially the lady doing night shift. She’s a hard worker. Give her a raise.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip, Surrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renee was amazing and most helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Will

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Grumpy staff, continental breakfast was ssd. No eggs and no coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is good and accommodating, cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laura J

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAVEL, Aliso Viejo

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

orion

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible experience will never stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shawn

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The ground floor window facing parking lot did not lock. Hair stick to ceiling in bathroom, stained sheets, pets in room when asked for pet free room. Very noisy hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Elijah

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love having a large room option for our family on hockey trips and staff are very helpful and kind as we will fill up the pool space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025