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Sandman Hotel Castlegar

Property class: 2.5

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A spacious indoor pool area with a ceiling that has a geometric pattern, surrounded by plants and seating areas.
A corner room with a sofa, a coffee table, a potted plant, and large windows offering a view of the outside.
A lobby with a stone fireplace, red upholstered chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel with a sign reading "Sandman Atrium Pool" and "Welcome Lounge".
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

Explore the area

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1944 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC, V1N2W7
  • Place, Kootenay Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Doukhobor Discovery Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Selkirk College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Castlegar, BC (YCG)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(53 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(115 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are two framed pictures on the wall, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Run of House, 2 Double Beds)

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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 1.7 km (1 mi) from Doukhobor Discovery Centre and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park.

What's nearby

  • Kootenay Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Doukhobor Discovery Centre - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Selkirk College - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Trail Memorial Centre - 24 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Red Mountain Resort - 39 min drive - 46.2 km

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MapleMirch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panago Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Sandman Hotel Castlegar

Sandman Hotel Castlegar offers its guests an indoor pool, a 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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Heating
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.
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 2 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandman Hotel Castlegar on 25 Oct 2026 start from NZ$197, 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 Shoreacres Beach (16.5 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

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1002 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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The staff were very friendly and the room comfortable. A nice overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Fine place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super helpful and friendly the room was clean and quiet and the pool and hot tub were amazing, I would definitely stay here again and would recommend to someone else
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel was dated but clean price was right for what you get bed was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms/ quick check in/ awesome bfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, close to highways and amenities. Pool and hot tub are always clean and open.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Was a comfortable, quiet stay overall
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely atrium pool area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We were on the 3rd floor and the room was clean and refurbished. Excellent stay. we use this hotel again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A clean and quiet stay in Castlegar.. accommodated the pet friendly request with ground floor room close to an exit, and a welcome treat!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and pool area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel. Staff were wonderful. Beds so comfortable. The centennial breakfast was the way they were when we travelled for 6 months every year. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room quiet lots of room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff!! Room was great. Lots and lots of parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice town, very nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool is good
Stayed 16 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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loved that everything was cloae by and we could walk to restaurants and shoppers
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff are great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and comfortable, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, enjoyed the hot tub, courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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staff and people were really great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious, and surprisingly how quiet it was. The staff was friendly (a little slow, but very nice and helpful). The hotel had ample parking, even for oversized vehicles or those with trailers, and was centrally located in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026