Enjoy your visit to Vermilion Crossing with a stay at Kootenay Park Lodge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and all accommodations offer balconies or patios and microwaves.
Reviews
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Laundry facilities
Pet friendly
Lounge area
Microwave
Free WiFi
Free parking
Main amenities (12)
11 accommodations
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
Garden
Convenience store
Self-serve laundry
Gift shops/newsstands
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Wedding services
Luggage storage
Playground
Feel at home (6)
Playground on site
Microwave
Private bathroom
Separate sitting area
Garden
Terrace
Room options
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Cabin, Mountain View
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Dining table
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Studio
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Family Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Mountain View
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Dining table
Separate bedroom
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Basic Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
19 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Vermilion Crossing, Kootenay National Park, Vermilion Crossing, BC, V0A 1M0
What's nearby
Kootenay National Park - 10 min drive
Banff National Park Information Centre - 63 min drive
Sunshine Village - 64 min drive
Upper Hot Springs - 69 min drive
Banff Gondola - 71 min drive
Restaurants
Kootenay Park Lodge - 1 min walk
About this property
Kootenay Park Lodge
Enjoy your visit to Vermilion Crossing with a stay at Kootenay Park Lodge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and all accommodations offer balconies or patios and microwaves.
Languages
English, Korean
At a glance
Property size
11 units
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Family friendly
Playground
Food and drink
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Rollaway/extra beds: CAD 20.0 per day
Bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Free toiletries
Living spaces
Sitting area
Outdoor areas
Terrace
Balcony or patio
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet friendly
CAD 20 per pet per night
2 total pets
Pets allowed in specific rooms
Welcoming dogs only
Deposit: CAD 50 per stay
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevators
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Convenience store
Gift shop/newsstand
Location highlights
In a national park
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
11 rooms
Built in 1923
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CAD 20.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: CAD 50 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Kootenay Park Lodge Vermilion Crossing
Kootenay Park Lodge
Kootenay Park Vermilion Crossing
Kootenay Park Lodge Campsite
Kootenay Park Lodge Vermilion Crossing
Kootenay Park Lodge Campsite Vermilion Crossing
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Kootenay Park Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of CAD 50 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Kootenay Park Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kootenay Park Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Kootenay Park Lodge and nearby?
Kootenay Park Lodge has a picnic area and a garden.
Does Kootenay Park Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, this accommodation features a balcony or patio.
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Kootenay Park Lodge Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
5.8/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
2.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2023
Very nice place to stay.
John
John, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 2, 2023
This place is overpriced.
Edgardo
Edgardo, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 20, 2022
Do not stay here
Overpriced and the worse accommodation I have ever stayed in for the price
Rohan
Rohan, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 23, 2023
The cabins are cute and it’s in a nice area. There is a lot of potential for this place, but it’s need some work. There were no dinning options, the door lock was questionable and the shower and toilet leaked. We also had a mouse in the cabin
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 31, 2023
The cabin was a cute as could be, but it was not very clean! Needs deep cleaning AND just a good day-to-day cleaning.
The property was exceptionally beautiful and well cared for. I'd stay again in a heartbeat but for the cleanliness issue
Meri
Meri, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 26, 2023
No food, No staff, very very noisy and dirty.
Congcong
Congcong, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 27, 2023
The mattress seemed aged.
Yuan
Yuan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2022
Nice cabins, extremely cold though as our heater was not working. If you plan to stay here, consider bringing a space heater or extra fire wood in case. Otherwise very charming.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 8, 2023
Terrible condition, rats in living room, WiFi connection keeps dropping, no daily room keeping service, did not change linens & bedsheet, restaurant is closed, no curtains on window in washroom - literally no privacy in washroom.
girish
girish, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 16, 2023
The cabin itself was quiet and clean however the restaurant was closed and has clearly been closed for a while despite their website saying its open 7 days a week for all meals. We had to drive 40 minutes to buy gas station food for dinner. The wifi is also poor, there is an aggressive dog tied up out front and they lock the gate to the property so getting out in the morning was difficult.
Chelsey
Chelsey, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 22, 2023
Outdated
Emil
Emil, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 10, 2023
Unhelpful staff & they email wifi instructions as well as every other piece of helpful information that you can't get without wifi
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 15, 2022
There was no WiFi except at lobby. no laundry ,no food ,
The rooms were poor with exposed wiring electrical panel over the bed sockets hanging out of the wall.
Noel
Noel, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 22, 2023
The photos of the cabins in ads do not reflect their current condition. I expect the photos are at least 10 years out of date and little or no maintenance has been done since.
Our cabin was heated by a small portable heater that barely kept the cabin at 15c.
No food or cooking facilities on site. Coffee is $4 a cup.
Mr Richard J
Mr Richard J, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 15, 2023
1)The staff in the front desk can’t speak English well.
2) The properties are terrible.
3) Water leaks and no hot water.
4) No room-cleaning during my stay ( 4 nights)
5) No food market/ restaurant in 40 km.
6) No Wi-Fi, no television, no music.
CHYI SHUEN WEBER
CHYI SHUEN WEBER, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 15, 2023
Very hard to communicate with staff. No dining options. Some of the cabins in very poor condition. Improper installation of hot water tanks made the property very unsafe and a hazard to patrons. Smoke alarms did not work in cabins.
Property has potential to be very beautiful, but in need of many, many repairs and improvements.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 15, 2022
Left without staying
Photos on Hotels.com are in no way accurate for the condition now. The cabins are run down, doors bodged with pieces of wood, exposed electrical wiring and cracked fire surround. Onsite restaurant not open despite the website stating it was. We left without staying, staff didn't seem bothered by our comments and made no attempt to fix the issues raised. Would definitely NOT recommend to anyone!
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 14, 2022
The one good thing was the front desk staff who was very helpful. Beyond that... There was no notification that the restaurant was closed for reservations prior to our arrival. Closest spot to eat was about 45 minutes away which we ended up going to. The mini fridge in our cabin didn't work, wifi worked half of the time, and there was no cell phone reception. The entire place felt and looked very run down and poorly maintained. I don't see myself going back here.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 15, 2023
Avoid this place
My wife and I went here for our anniversary because the photos online make this look like a cute quite little get away.
When we arrived the 2 front desk workers spoke barely any English to the point where we were googling images of a deck of cards to see if they had any for sale.
The restaurant had an opening time for dinner from 530-730 we were there at 615 and no one was there. There was a bell you could ring and wait we did this and no one came. The nearest towns are 40-45 mins away
Finally my wife was using the washroom in our cabin and noticed a chewed up toilet roll with mouse poop beside it.
At this point we left and went to radium for the night. This cabin was just under 300 for the night and was not worth it at all.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 12, 2023
With some work, these cabins could be a lot better. Many of the cabins have gaps between the door & floor/ceiling. One even has a hole chewed through the door. The windows of our cabin had some gaps/holes. So our cabin was full of mosquitoes. The curtains didn't quite fully cover the windows and there was no hand soap in the bathroom. However, the cabins are very charming and cozy. The bed was super comfortable. I really wanted to stick it through, but we heard a squirrel or something trying to chew through the floor and we left to find other accomodations. The people working there were nice, but their dog kept barking aggressively whenever anyone went near the office. I didn't like to leave, but it was starting to feel more like camping rather than staying in a nice cabin. I think with some work, this place would be a really nice, cozy & affordable choice in Kootenay National Park.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2022
Single female who stayed here 3 nights. These were all I needed to adventure between the national parks. The wifi is only in the office, but it reached my cabin & worked fine (cabin 5). Cabins were clean & cute. Saw a spider or two, but that comes with the territory. There was a good sized gap below the door, which I shoved my extra towel under to stop the cold draft during the night. Some sections of windows you could see in, so I covered those with towels too. They provide firewood for you to have a fire inside the cabin. It took me a day to realize you basically have to slam the door shut to get it to lock. There is a deadbolt inside as well. Hot water in the showers worked great every night. I will say I expected them to be a little less pricey since they are so simple. These are perfect for the simple low-maintenance people.
Carley
Carley, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Oct 2, 2022
Other than the fact that the cabin that I stayed when was brand new this was a near nightmare. Communication with the staff was difficult at best due to language differences. The cabin actually has unsafe steps without handrail the front porch has only one rail to the side but not one in the front. There is no television. There is no cell phone service. The Wi-Fi they claim to have doesn’t work inside the cabin. Outside the cabin barely works. In addition they have a guard dog, golden retriever. Which barks at the guess when they come to the front desk. To top it all off when I attempted to leave at quarter till eight in the morning the gates were locked preventing me from exiting the property. I would not recommend this property to anyone.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 30, 2023
The cabin was decent with enough space. The hot water didn’t last very long and the mini fridge was so loud we had to turn it off. We tried to get the gas fire going but it wouldn’t, not even after a staff member tried.
The common area is nice to use and they had a propane tank that we were able to use for our portable grill.
The employees couldn’t speak English well so communication was difficult. They also had a German Shepherd tied up out front that barked every single time someone came near to the office - this dog barked well into the night and would start again in the morning.
Very poor management of the area with it looking very unorganized and dirty. The store is also inadequately organized and isn’t stocked or presented very nicely. It’s too bad bc this place has a lot of potential, it just needs proper management and some TLC.
I’d only recommend if you had no other option, otherwise your better to find another place.
Crystal
Crystal, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 4, 2023
We didn't read the reviews before reserving. When I walked into the cabin, I immediately second guessed our choice. It is very rustic. The windows and coverings are old. The locks for the door are terrible. There are only 2 outlets in the whole cabin. The bathroom was long and skinny. We had to slide past the sink to get to the toilet and shower. There was maybe 1 1/2' between the sink and the wall! I woke up in the middle of the night to scratching. I turned the light on and saw a mouse come out of our bag on the table and run out the door (which is not sealed tightly). We went through the rest of our luggage and locked it securely. Before I could go back to sleep, I heard another noise. Turned on the light and saw another mouse run across the floor. We arrived on motorcycles, so we couldn't sleep in our car or head to another place...this place is about 30 miles from the next town! I haven't tried to get any refund, as past reviews state that they will not. We paid a lot of money to share a room with the wildlife!
Tanya
Tanya, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 25, 2022
This property is nothing like it was described online. The cabins are falling apart, there’s no proper wifi, the restaurant wasn’t open, the cabins themselves smelt of must and mould, they were unclean. There was hole in the door where animals can get into the cabin. The cabin was leaning and was not structurally sound. When I talked to management about a refund as I could not stay in the establishment, I was met with a rude manager and did not offer any solution. I was disgusted with the appearance and I felt unsafe to stay the night as I was travelling alone. I felt as I was mislead by the description and by the photos of this lodge. I was not given a refund even though I did not stay the night, or even make the cabin messy. I was on site for all of 20 minutes before I left. I do not recommend this place to stay at all. I was extremely disappointed to stay the least. I will not be returning.