Kamloops Hotels With an Indoor Pool, Compared
Kamloops sits where the North and South Thompson rivers meet, with hot, dry summers and cold winters, so an indoor pool is a feature you can use in any month. Eleven hotels on this page have one, and nearly all pair it with a hot tub. The real differences lie elsewhere: a water slide at the Hampton Inn and the Prestige, a saltwater pool at the Best Western Plus, a sauna at the Aberdeen, and a downtown address at the Thompson Hotel. I sort them by what each one adds, so you can match the pool to the rest of your trip.
Kamloops is a working city of the British Columbia interior, spread along the Thompson rivers and framed by dry, open hills. It is a crossroads on the Trans-Canada Highway and the Coquihalla, so many visitors stop here between Vancouver, the Okanagan and the Rockies, while others stay longer for hiking, river days or skiing at Sun Peaks to the northeast. Downtown keeps its restaurants and Riverside Park close together, and most hotels with pools sit along the main roads that lead in and out of town.
Where to stay
What each Kamloops pool hotel adds
An indoor pool matters more in Kamloops than the city's sunny reputation suggests. Summer afternoons are often very hot, winter evenings are cold and short, and many visitors arrive after a long drive on Highway 1 or the Coquihalla. A heated pool and a hot tub give children an easy evening activity and adults a way to loosen up after hours at the wheel, without leaving the hotel. Since almost every hotel here has both, it pays to compare what comes with them: slides, saunas, kitchens and location.
For children, the two hotels with a water slide stand out. The Hampton Inn by Hilton Kamloops, rated 8.4 from close to eight hundred reviews, has an indoor pool with a slide, a hot tub, mountain views and ski storage, which also makes it a practical base for winter trips. The Prestige Kamloops Hotel, renovated in 2021, adds a waterslide, a hot tub and a sauna, with kitchenettes in some rooms and shops and restaurants within walking distance. It scores 7.9 on fewer reviews, so I would treat the Hampton Inn as the safer pick and the Prestige as the one with more pool extras.
If the pool is your way to recover after hiking or a long drive, look at the wellness extras. The Best Western Premier Aberdeen Kamloops pairs its indoor pool and hot tub with a sauna and a fitness centre, and its family rooms come with a kitchenette or a full kitchen, with interconnecting options. The Wingate by Wyndham Kamloops, rated 8.2 from more than two thousand reviews, the largest count on this page, has a spa and wellness centre next to its pool and hot tub. The Best Western Plus Kamloops Hotel offers a saltwater indoor pool, which some swimmers find gentler on the skin and eyes.
Location shapes the rest of the stay. The Thompson Hotel, rated 8.0, is downtown on Victoria Street, with an indoor pool, a hot tub and two restaurants, and a short walk to shops, dining and Riverside Park on the Thompson River. The Riverland Inn and Suites sits beside the South Thompson River with mountain views, an indoor pool, a hot tub and barbecue facilities for guests. The Travelodge by Wyndham Kamloops, less than one kilometre from City Hall, keeps things simple with an indoor pool, a hot tub, a garden and rooms with a microwave and refrigerator, plus free parking.
For flights and road trips, a different group fits better. The Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Kamloops runs a free shuttle to Kamloops Airport, five kilometres away, and has an indoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar. The Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott, the highest rated here at 8.7, is seven kilometres from the airport, with a pool, a hot tub and some rooms facing the city or the river. The Holiday Inn Express Kamloops, just off Highway 1, includes a daily buffet breakfast and is pet friendly, which suits drivers who stop for one night.
A traveler's takeFor a family trip, I would book the Hampton Inn by Hilton Kamloops first: the water slide keeps children busy, the rating is solid across many reviews, and the ski storage helps in winter. If you would rather walk to dinner, I recommend the Thompson Hotel downtown, and for an early flight, the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites with its free airport shuttle is the most practical choice.
4.4Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kamloops
Indoor Pool · 309 reviewsIndoor pool, hot tub, and fitness centre near Kamloops Airport
Why guests love itAn indoor pool and a hot tub give families an easy evening plan after a day on the Thompson rivers or the hiking trails around Kamloops, and a fitness centre is on site too. Rooms are air-conditioned, which matters in the hot, dry Kamloops summer, and some have city or river views worth requesting. The 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals. Kamloops Airport is 7 km away, and the 8.7 rating from about 300 reviews is strong.
4.2Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites-Kamloops by IHG
Indoor Pool · 245 reviewsIndoor pool, hot tub, and free airport shuttle in Kamloops
Why guests love itHoliday Inn Hotel and Suites-Kamloops by IHG makes arrivals easy for families flying in: a free shuttle runs to Kamloops Airport, 5 km away. The indoor swimming pool and hot tub are there for the evening, and the on-site restaurant and bar save a drive at dinner. Rooms are air-conditioned with free WiFi, there is a fitness centre, and pets are accepted. The 8.4 score from 245 reviews suits a comfortable, well-equipped stop.
4.2Hampton Inn by Hilton Kamloops
Indoor Pool · 777 reviewsMountain views, indoor pool with water slide, and ski storage in Kamloops
Why guests love itHampton Inn by Hilton Kamloops gives children an indoor pool with a water slide and gives parents a hot tub and mountain views. In winter, the ski storage is handy for a family heading to the slopes, and in summer the pool still earns its keep after a hot day. Rooms have cable TV, free Wi-Fi and a coffee maker. Kamloops Airport is nine miles away. With an 8.4 rating across 777 reviews, I would book it as a dependable year-round family base.
4.2Holiday Inn Express Kamloops by IHG
Indoor Pool · 204 reviewsHighway 1 access with an indoor pool, hot tub, and pet-friendly rooms
Why guests love itRight off Highway 1, this Holiday Inn Express in Kamloops is easy to reach at the end of a long day in the car. The indoor pool and hot tub give children a way to burn off energy, every room has a mini-refrigerator and a coffee machine, and the daily buffet breakfast is included. Pets are accepted. I would choose it for a road-trip night rather than a stay in downtown Kamloops.
4.1Wingate by Wyndham Kamloops
Indoor Pool · 2239 reviewsFamily-friendly hotel with indoor pool, spa, and pet-friendly rooms near Kamloops Airport
Why guests love itWingate by Wyndham Kamloops offers family rooms and serves a continental or buffet breakfast daily, two things I would put first for families. The indoor swimming pool and hot tub keep children busy in the evening, while parents can use the spa and wellness centre or the fitness centre. Rooms are air-conditioned, welcome in a Kamloops summer, and pet-friendly options are available. Kamloops Airport is 14 km away, practical if you are flying in.
4.1Best Western Plus Kamloops Hotel
Indoor Pool · 203 reviewsFamily-friendly hotel with a saltwater indoor pool and daily breakfast
Why guests love itA saltwater indoor pool is what I would book the Best Western Plus Kamloops Hotel for with children, alongside the hot tub, and it is a welcome option in the colder months. Family rooms are air-conditioned with free WiFi, and the daily breakfast with warm dishes and fresh pastries makes mornings easy. There is no full-service restaurant mentioned for lunch or dinner, so plan those meals elsewhere in Kamloops.
4.0The Thompson Hotel
Indoor Pool · 1226 reviewsDowntown Kamloops hotel with indoor pool, hot tub, and two restaurants
Why guests love itThe Thompson Hotel is a three-star hotel on Victoria Street in downtown Kamloops, and I would recommend it to families who want an indoor pool and a short walk to dinner. The pool and hot tub are joined by two on-site restaurants, and local dining, shopping and Riverside Park are a short walk away. Pets are welcome. The airport is a fifteen-minute drive.
4.0Prestige Kamloops Hotel
Indoor Pool · 99 reviewsSki-in/ski-out access with an indoor pool and pet-friendly rooms
Why guests love itAn indoor pool with a waterslide is the obvious win for children at the Prestige Kamloops Hotel, and a hot tub and sauna give the adults their turn. The hotel was renovated in 2021, some rooms have kitchenettes, and pets are welcome. Shops and restaurants are within walking distance, so evenings do not need the car. The listing mentions ski access, but this is a city hotel.
3.9Riverland Inn & Suites
Indoor Pool · 850 reviewsWaterfront Kamloops stay with mountain views and an indoor pool
Why guests love itRiverland Inn & Suites sits on the South Thompson River in Kamloops, with mountain views that make the setting feel more relaxed than a highway stop. The indoor pool and hot tub give children an easy evening activity, and the barbecue facilities let families cook dinner outside in good weather. Rooms have a seating area, a 32-inch flat-screen cable TV and free WiFi. A guest score of 7.8 from 850 reviews suggests a pleasant, if simple, stay.
3.8Best Western Premier Aberdeen Kamloops
Indoor Pool · 126 reviewsFamily-friendly hotel with kitchenettes, indoor pool, and sauna near Kamloops Airport
Why guests love itInterconnected family rooms at the Best Western Premier Aberdeen Kamloops come with a kitchenette or full kitchen, which I find the most useful set-up for families who want space and simple meals. The indoor pool keeps children busy, while the hot tub and sauna suit parents. A restaurant and bar are on site, WiFi and private parking are free, and Kamloops Airport is 14 km away. The 7.6 rating from 126 reviews is average.
3.7Travelodge by Wyndham Kamloops
Indoor Pool · 245 reviewsFamily rooms with an indoor pool and hot tub near Kamloops City Hall
Why guests love itTravelodge by Wyndham Kamloops offers family rooms less than 1 km from City Hall, with an indoor swimming pool and a hot tub for the evenings. Each air-conditioned room has a microwave, a refrigerator and a tea and coffee maker, which helps with breakfasts and snacks on a longer stay. There is also a garden, and WiFi and parking are free. The 7.3 score from 245 reviews is modest, so I see it as a practical, functional choice.
Local tips
- 1Book the Hampton Inn or the Prestige Kamloops Hotel if a water slide is the main request from your children.
- 2Choose the Thompson Hotel on Victoria Street to walk to downtown restaurants and Riverside Park after a swim.
- 3Take the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites for an early flight, as its free shuttle covers the five kilometres to the airport.
- 4Pick the Best Western Premier Aberdeen if you want a kitchen in the room and a sauna next to the pool.
- 5Consider the Best Western Plus Kamloops Hotel for a saltwater pool, often gentler on the skin and eyes.
- 6Stay at the Holiday Inn Express off Highway 1 for a one night stop with breakfast included and pets welcome.