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Kootenay Wild

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Kootenay Lake

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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230 Mountain View Drive, Nelson, BC, V1L 0A7
  • Place, Kootenay River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Balfour Ferry Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Balfour Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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West Arm View Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

West Arm View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Selkirk Mountain View Master Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Selkirk Mountain View Master Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 670 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Nelson

Located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Kootenay Lake, Kootenay Wild is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Balfour Golf Course. Each of the 3 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse includes a furnished balcony, a sitting area, and a private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Kootenay River - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Balfour Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Balfour Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Kokanee Creek Provincial Park - 6 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional Park - 16 min drive - 13.9 miles

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco’s Cones - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dock 'N' Duck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Proctor Village Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Lang's Marina & Snack Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • Kooteny Bay Restaurant

About this property

Kootenay Wild

Guesthouse with free parking, near Kootenay Lake
Kootenay Wild features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this hot springs guesthouse include a picnic area and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Furnished balconies or patios, sitting areas, and private yards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
There are outdoor hot springs open between 10:00 AM and 9:30 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Basketball
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf driving range
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor hot spring
  • Pro golf shop

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hot springs open from 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 108 ºF
  • Outdoor hot spring

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM and 2:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in is between 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM and 2:30 PM to 9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.
Property Registration Number H085364477

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Hot springs access available from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Kootenay Wild Nelson
Kootenay Wild Guesthouse
Kootenay Wild Guesthouse Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Kootenay Wild?

This guesthouse is located in Nelson, a short 17-minute walk from Kootenay Lake and also 15 minutes on foot from Kootenay River. You'll also find Balfour Ferry Terminal and Balfour Golf Course within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Kootenay Wild?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Free RV/bus/truck parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Kootenay Wild have a casino at the property?

No, Kootenay Wild doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kootenay Wild?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Kootenay Wild a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as an outdoor hot spring and a golf clubhouse.

Does Kootenay Wild have a hot tub?

No, but this guesthouse does have an outdoor hot spring.

Does Kootenay Wild have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Kootenay Wild doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Kootenay Wild allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kootenay Wild.

Are there connecting rooms at Kootenay Wild?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kootenay Wild?

Yes, every accommodation at Kootenay Wild comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring bay or mountain views.

Kootenay Wild Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was everything we had thought it would be and a very impressive suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely Fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you like quiet and relax stay, this is the right place to stay. The room is so clean and nice, washroom is so so big.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third time there,only place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aiman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just one word: BEAUTIFUL!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful. The hosts are very nice. It’s about a half hour drive to Nelson, but on the bright side, we were also only about 20 mins from Ainsworth Hot Springs in the other direction.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a fantastic stay. I was there to visit Kaslo Jazz Festival and not expecting anything. But the place was sooo comfortable and quiet. It was such a relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I mistakenly believed the property had cooking facilities. Beautiful and excellent otherwise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Visited earlier in the year. Went to nearby hikes at the lake but during the time we stayed, and visited the hot springs. The hosts were great and attended our needs. Hosts recommended sites and nearby eateries, including showing us the up and coming services to be provided in the future. Had a very nice and pleasant quiet stay, as the suite was nice and large. When we get more time, would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The home is beautiful with each suet having a view of Kootenai Lake. We enjoyed sitting on the little patio overlooking the mountains and the lake and breathing the fresh air. The suet was very well appointed with gorgeous floors, lighting, fireplace, luxurious bedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful place with lots to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful and quiet place, will go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Lake Country

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite spot to stay in the Kootenays
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. Everything was PERFECT!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

5 star stay

Incredible stay; we'll certainly be back. Richard was a wonder host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frieda

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Lake Country

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We love this little gem. Our go to place away from home when we visit the Kootenays.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

We will be back

They thought of everything - we look forward to coming back! We loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

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

10/10 Excellent

Teandra

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was clean, the staff (owner) was super friendly, and there was stuff to do for little kids. The room we stayed in was immaculately clean and we were also welcomed with little chocolates. We had everything we needed and it was very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house / suite was beautiful. The owner was very nice. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

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

Lovely and Comfortable

Very comfortable and roomy. Lovely view. Only downside is about half an hour from Nelson and no restaurants closer than that. But thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025