Sandman Hotel Castlegar

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

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Interior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(84 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 630 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 630 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Castlegar

Sandman Hotel Castlegar places you within a short walk of Columbia River and within a mile (2 km) of Kootenay Gallery. This 133-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Doukhobor Discovery Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kootenay Gallery - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Selkirk College - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Red Mountain Resort - 31 min drive - 26.6 miles
  • Whitewater Ski Resort - 57 min drive - 48.2 miles

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪grateful table - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Duck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lions Head Pub - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Sandman Hotel Castlegar

Hotel in Castlegar with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center
Guests of Sandman Hotel Castlegar have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with securing valuables and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a hot tub, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect 27-inch TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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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 transportation

  • 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • 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 onsite instead of at the time of booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum CAD 125 per stay)
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CAD 7.95 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum CAD 125 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Is a free cancellation option available at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

Sandman Hotel Castlegar offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Castlegar based on their ratings, and it's a short 10-minute walk from Columbia River and also 18 minutes on foot from Kootenay Gallery. You'll also find Kootenay River and Castlegar Golf Club within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Sandman Hotel Castlegar feature a casino on the premises?

No, Sandman Hotel Castlegar doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Sandman Hotel Castlegar have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Sandman Hotel Castlegar offers continental breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Sandman Hotel Castlegar allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Sandman Hotel Castlegar for a fee of CAD 25 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

The closest major airport to Sandman Hotel Castlegar is Castlegar, BC (YCG), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Trail, BC (YZZ-Trail Regional), which is located 23 mi away (35-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sandman Hotel Castlegar?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sandman Hotel Castlegar.

Sandman Hotel Castlegar Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 362 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Carpets in hallways are showing their age…stained and worn. Things smelled a bit mildew-like in our room. Clean enough bathroom, no issues there. Just old hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abdul Saboor

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poorly maintained
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean room - the room is very warm!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Business traveler
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jared

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Arlene

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No review
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vicki

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

KENNETH, VICTORIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hot breakfast. Locked room for breakfast. Could have used a foam pillow for support.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Maged

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terrance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

marcella

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Place was noisy with intoxicated people There was a wedding at the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

jesse

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty good , except for not environmentaly friendly in the breakfast area . Everything went into garbage when most items should have gone into recycling bins Also no one wiping down tables. Also Air conditioning unit very loud!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Friendlu
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was quiet and the room was ok. It's an older building that needs some updating but otherwise there's nothing wrong with it. Didn't try the pool although it looked good from my window. Having an inside window made the room I was in quite all the time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is an older property but a nice hotel. I was surprised that they only had one luggage cart. Also there were no chairs in the room but the one at the desk. With all the technology we use today, there were very few plug-ins in the room except behind the tv stand & night stand. The bed was very comfortable & we had a good rest.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel unfortunately did not meet our expectations in terms of cleanliness. Garbage bags filled the hallways at check in time. Poor timing. We found stinkbugs crawling around our room, which is totally unacceptable. The staff was very friendly at the reception, but could not help in this situation and we left to stay at the Super 8 across the street. Bug free!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised by the quality of hotel. Staff was great. Room was clean and functional. Very good tv and remote is a big thing for me. Nice and quiet during my 1 night here. Many food options close by. Did not use pool or gym.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Chelsey

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived the room had a GIANT spider in the window attached to the curtains and multiple stink bugs. There was dust over everything. It appeared to have been cleaned at some point but not recently. I asked for it to be cleaned the next day. We left from 10am to 330pm and no one had come by. They were only attending rooms on our floor after 4pm to clean which is too late! Nothing was offered as compensation for not cleaning the room except for a complimentary breakfast which was already included with our room purchase!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025