Vacation rentals in Castlegar

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Guest suite in Castlegar
Quiet, Family Friendly Suite Downtown Castlegar
Relax in this bright and spacious upper suite during your stay in the Kootenays. Our home is an older work in progress but also a very private, comfortable and peaceful space with a quiet cabin feel right in downtown Castlegar. Wake up to complimentary coffee, cream, bread and eggs or oatmeal. Enjoy mountain views while sipping your morning coffee or watching the colors of the evening sunset from the sun room over looking Mt Sentinel and the Bonnington Range. We are scent/ pet/allergy free
Apr. 2 – 9
$99 CAD per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews
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Dome in Ymir
Private Dome House on River, Minutes from Ski Hill
Beautiful dome house on the Salmo river. These three acres of forested property allow you to enjoy the quiet seclusion of nature, but remain only a thirteen minute drive to Nelson, and eight minutes from the Whitewater turn off (closer than Nelson). Return from a long day of skiing to warm up in the wood fired cast iron tub by the river or enjoy the six person electric hot tub with lounger and watch the Salmo river flow by. Or dry off by the woodstove and watch a movie on the 4K 100” projector
Feb. 9 – 16
$323 CAD per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews
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Vacation home in Central Kootenay
Beautiful new suite ready for ski season
Next to the rail-trail, 30min to Nelson, central to 2major ski areas and 5min. from night skiing in Salmo BC- this spacious suite can accommodate 4-5 persons as it has a Queen bed, a high-end pullout sofa and extra space for a single mattress. It has a beautiful shower room and a kitchen which has every utensil and brand new appliances for you to cook with. Floor heating keeps you cozy and warm and the big windows make you feel to be a part of nature. It also has a barbeque on the covered porch.
Sep. 16 – 23
$130 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

Popular amenities for Castlegar vacation rentals

Stay near Castlegar's top sights

The Lions Head Smoke & Brew Pub13 locals recommend
Boston Pizza3 locals recommend
Millennium Park & Ponds9 locals recommend
Safeway Castlegar3 locals recommend
Black Rooster Classic Bar & Grill4 locals recommend
Cuisine of India Castlegar3 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Castlegar

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Guest suite in Salmo
Dragonfly garden suite
May 4 – 11
$171 CAD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews
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Tiny homes in Nelson
Rixen Creek Mini Cottage
Nov. 4 – 11
$65 CAD per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 605 reviews
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Tiny homes in Nelson
Bees Knees in the Trees Tiny Home -Hot Tub & Sauna
Jul. 8 – 15
$167 CAD per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 405 reviews
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Loft in Nelson
Lamplighter Grand Loft - Walk Everywhere!
Dec. 27 – Jan. 3
$580 CAD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews
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Cabin in Nelson
Downey Family Cabin. Barrel Sauna Included!
Jun. 5 – 12
$232 CAD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 249 reviews
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Cabin in Nelson
All season destination - Morning Mountain Air
Apr. 16 – 23
$144 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews
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Cottage in Nelson
Mödern Cozy Beach House on Private Lakefront
May 8 – 15
$200 CAD per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 326 reviews
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Guest suite in Castlegar
Kootenay Bliss Mountainview Suite
Feb. 3 – 10
$175 CAD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews
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Cottage in Castlegar
Cabin C-Bearfoot Bungalows
Jun. 18 – 25
$118 CAD per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews
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Home in Castlegar
Clean home, large private yard and ample parking
Dec. 4 – 11
$194 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviews
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Home in Central Kootenay
Natural Habitat Guesthouse with hot tub and sauna
Jan. 6 – 13
$327 CAD per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews
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Home in Crescent Valley
3BR 2 bath w/ HOT TUB on Private View Balcony & AC
Apr. 9 – 16
$251 CAD per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Castlegar

Total rentals

50 properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

10 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

10 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

1.2K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

$27 CAD before taxes and fees

Your guide to Castlegar

All About Castlegar

In the rugged wilderness of British Columbia’s West Kootenay region is the small town of Castlegar, where cedar and Douglas fir resin perfumes the air and where you’ll come across mountain bikers zipping through trails, climbers scaling mountains, and boaters paddling on rivers and lakes. Castlegar backs into the extensive Selkirk Mountain Range, and the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers meet in the town centre — a combination of natural wonders that fosters Castlegar’s robust outdoor recreation scene.

Tribes belonging to the Kutenai-speaking Ktunaxa Nation have been at home here for thousands of years. The region’s fertile soils lured the Doukhobors, a religious sect of Russian origin, in the 19th century, and they constructed the town’s ferry, suspension bridge, and jam factory. Traces of the Doukhobor heritage remain at historic sites and a local market serving the town’s famous Doukhobor borscht, accompanied by a hunk of bread and a slab of cheese. After enjoying a hearty meal, you’ll be ready to put on your hiking boots and explore the Kootenay wilderness.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Castlegar

Given all the outdoor recreation options on offer, Castlegar is most enjoyable between May and September. Summer in the West Kootenays is warm with little rain, low levels of humidity, and cool nights. The annual Kootenay Festival in July celebrates the community’s diversity through dance performances, live music, and foods. In autumn, temperatures start to drop and you will see more rain, so be sure to pack layers and waterproof boots.

Castlegar offers some of the warmer winter temperatures in this part of British Columbia. That said, the season turns the forests of Castlegar into a snow-covered utopia that you can explore on cross-country skis or by hopping on a snowmobile to scale the mountains on designated snowmobile paths. Spring brings warmer weather and fewer rainy days. The Sculpture Walk kicks off in May with a new set of sculptures situated at key points along the self-guided walk through the heart of town.


Top things to do in Castlegar

Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park

A 144-metre suspension bridge crosses over the tranquil Columbia River to the Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park. Trails in this 2.2-hectare woodland wind around stately conifers, offering views of the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers. A Russian Orthodox Chapel House, built in 1935 and now open to the public, offers a glimpse of life in Castlegar in the early 20th century.

Sculpture Walk

Castlegar is known across Canada for its expansive collection of outdoor sculptures. Every year, during the annual Sculpture Walk, 30 new sculptures —metal, wood, stone, and other media — go on display around downtown. People vote on their favourite piece, which then becomes a permanent fixture downtown.

Millennium Park

The 23-hectare Millennium Park, which sits along the Columbia River, is a popular spot for outdoor recreation. Several river-fed swimming ponds are ideal for a freshwater dip, and on sunny days, you can spend the afternoon lounging on the sandy beach. Just south of the beach is the biggest bike park in the Kootenays, where you can spot experienced riders practicing advanced jumps, an attraction in itself.

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