Golden Sands Resort Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Okanagan Lake

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Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1028 Lakeshore Drive, Penticton, BC, V2A 1C1
  • Place, Penticton Trade and Convention Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, South Okanagan Events Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Okanagan Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Panoramic Studio, Lake View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Penticton

Golden Sands Resort Motel places you next to Okanagan Lake and S.S. Sicamous Inland Marine Museum. The 47 rooms at this motel include balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • SS Sicamous - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Penticton Trade and Convention Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cascades Casino - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • South Okanagan Events Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Okanagan Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peach-On-The-Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Hub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Slackwater Brewing - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Salty's Beach House - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Golden Sands Resort Motel

Motel with free parking, steps from Okanagan Lake
Guests of Golden Sands Resort Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a terrace. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 100 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of CAD 100 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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.

  • Pet deposit: CAD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 100 per pet, 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 15 to October 01.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Golden Sands Resort Motel?

Golden Sands Resort Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Sands Resort Motel?

As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Sands Resort Motel on Dec 3, 2025 start from $70.71, excluding 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of Golden Sands Resort Motel?

This motel is located in Penticton, just steps from Okanagan Lake and S.S. Sicamous Inland Marine Museum, and within a short walk of SS Sicamous. You'll also find Penticton Community Centre and Peach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Golden Sands Resort Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Golden Sands Resort Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Golden Sands Resort Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Golden Sands Resort Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 10:00 AM and 9:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from May 15 until October 01.

Is Golden Sands Resort Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include kitchens and lake views.

Does Golden Sands Resort Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Golden Sands Resort Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Golden Sands Resort Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Golden Sands Resort Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Golden Sands Resort Motel for a fee of CAD 100 per pet, per stay. A deposit of CAD 100 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Golden Sands Resort Motel?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Golden Sands Resort Motel?

The closest major airport to Golden Sands Resort Motel is Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional), which is 4.8 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Golden Sands Resort Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at Golden Sands Resort Motel comes with a balcony with some featuring lake or courtyard views.

Golden Sands Resort Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 255 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

2/10 Terrible

Mansi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Plz call
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexis

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amber

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The outside of the "resort" is run down, the pool is NOT heated as their sign states, there was black mould all over the bathroom, it stunk, the blinds were broken, we had to put a towel in the window for privacy, terrible stay, would not recommend and I have pictures and will ve contacting BC Interior Health Services, definitely will be requesting some compensation, nit worth $200 a night, id gauge about $60 a night and a mould warning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehdi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Carmello was awesome checking us in. Location was perfect. Pool was not heated, very cold. Room was what you would expect for the price. Nice to have options (different hotels with different price points).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the most part it was a quiet motel. Unfortunately there is always that one guest that doesn't care, not the Motels fault. The bed was a little hard for my back, but that's about the only thing I had trouble with. Nice place, good people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, Lumby

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We were a group of 8 with 4 rooms. Rooms were dirty with cobwebs and spiderwebs all along the ceiling and window sill. Some beds comfortable some were not. Location is awesome. Staff were great. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Natalja

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Liked the beach. The motel was just good located on the beach thats all is dirty and old.Just for sleeping is ok
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

adam

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Corissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cyndi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff very friendly and helpful. It’s an old property but generally in good condition and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable and easy access to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy Louise

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area and bed but the check in time was delayed to 5:30 pm. Expedia said 2 pm and when we arrived the front desk said 4 pm… then the rooms still were not cleaned until 5:30 pm
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfort in the middle of a long drive appreciateed. Pool is fun, bed is comfortable, modern rooms, free breakfast an easy choice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent little motel literally 50 feet from gorgeous okanagan lake beach. Our suite had an amazing lake biew as it was on the second floor facing the beach. Room was clean, had a full kitchenette. Mattress wasn’t the best but heard good reviews on the sofa bed. Definitely bring extra pillows unless you like to sleep on a single pancake pillow. I asked for extra and was told they weren’t available. The property is nice and well maintained with multiple BBQ’s available for use. Pool was decent but was unheated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

6/10 Okay

Marina

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

barb

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was suppose to be 4pm Wouldn't let us check in till 6pm During this waiting period we were not allowed to use pool in the 35 degree weather
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Serg

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
from my experience, worst motel in that area in Penticton
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

ARAM

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room wasn't ready until after 6pm. Even then the floors weren't cleaned properly, the two towels we got were old and tired, the bed was horrible quality with the mattress sunken in on one side. Terrible experience and completely not worth it. The pictures here do not reflect what we got at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025