Princeton & District Museum - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Princeton Branch Library - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Princeton Golf Club - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
China Ridge Trails - 19 min drive - 11.8 km
Getting around
Kelowna Intl. Airport (YLW) - 140 min drive
Restaurants
A&W Restaurant - 6 min drive
Thomasina's - 5 min drive
Subway - 6 min drive
Billy's Family Restaurant - 6 min drive
Brown Bridge Pub - 6 min drive
About this property
Rainbow Lake Castle Resort
Rainbow Lake Castle Resort allows you more time for skiing with ski-in/ski-out access. Free perks like WiFi and self parking mean guests have more money for fun in the snow. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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 19
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
On the beach
Beach volleyball
Basketball
Hiking/biking trails
Canoeing
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Ski
Ski-in/ski-out access
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from March 24 to March 27:
Meeting facilities
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night
Parking
RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Princeton Castle Resort
Castle Resort
Princeton Castle
Princeton Castle Resort
Rainbow Lake Castle Princeton
Rainbow Lake Castle Resort Hotel
Rainbow Lake Castle Resort Princeton
Rainbow Lake Castle Resort Hotel Princeton
Frequently asked questions
Does Rainbow Lake Castle Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rainbow Lake Castle Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rainbow Lake Castle Resort?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Rainbow Lake Castle Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rainbow Lake Castle Resort?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Rainbow Lake Castle Resort and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like rowing, volleyball, and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Rainbow Lake Castle Resort like?
Rainbow Lake Castle Resort is a short 15-minute walk from Swan Lake and 18 minutes' walk from Martin Lake Recreation Site.
Rainbow Lake Castle Resort Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2023
The staff was wonderful. The cabins were beautiful. Learning about the local history and checking out the ruins were very interesting.
Animal friendly.
Anne
Anne, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 3, 2023
So very sad to see how this has been let go.
You can tell this was once a large and energy-filled place with a lot to offer. However it seems they were bought by foreign investors that have not put a single dime into upkeep. The result is now a dilapidated shell of what was once there. For example, the main 'castle' building is completely unusable - which makes for some pretty mis-representative photos of the facility. It's completely off limits and falling into ruin. Also the main lodge building is not in a state to house guests, despite Expedia taking bookings for those rooms.
We were luckily upgraded to a self contained cabin unit because of this, as a result of the extremely nice and friendly woman working the front desk. But you can see that even these chalets are in need of a lot of work. And whoever owns this place is not putting in the effort.
They also do not have access to the lake anymore, which is a huge negative.
It's really quite sad to see what was probably once a beautiful resort with so many cool things to do and grounds to explore, be left to fall apart and crumble. Very saddening.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 11, 2023
Nicki
Nicki, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 20, 2023
Only there for one night and just needed a room for a quick stop over. The bed was amazing.
Kelsie
Kelsie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2023
It was very unique in the fact you were amongst cattle ruins.
DAN
DAN, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 12, 2022
Priya
Priya, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 29, 2022
The property is perfect for anyone working at the local mine or buisness. The rooms are dissent size, with a mini fridge. There is provisions to do your own cooking in the shared kitchen. I would prefer staying here over some of the local motels. Very quiet. I stayed in the log house and the heat was limited. I will be returning on my next visit.
Brendan
Brendan, 3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 23, 2022
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 4, 2021
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 6, 2021
The location is excellent near little lake and the exterior of the buildings is beautiful.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2021
Kayley ( the lady in the office) was so helpful and friendly. We really enjoyed our time in Rainbow castle resort. Heating system, hot water, and room service was perfect. Neat and clean. Highly recommended.
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 2, 2021
it was nice but very cold there is no heat in the house it only has space heaters jetted tub so cold couldnt use it
lynn
lynn, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2019
The property was alittle run down, the room wasn't ready when we got there and there were ATV's going way too fast.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 3, 2019
Value for the $$ spent. Room comfortable. No microwave, but it did have a tv, coffee maker and fridge. no phones in room. There's interesting things to explore on the grounds. Yes, it's a bit old and worn out, but the lodge is nice that we stayed in.
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 3, 2019
The price is cheap and now I know why. The property is not maintained. My door lock broke but was not fixed! Then the dead bolt started breaking and we could not lock it at all. The lake is not swimmable either. There was supposed to be a bbq provided, I even called about that before we left to go there, yet there was not. After asking about it several times, we met a neighbour and borrowed a propane tank and had to get the bbq ourselves from the other side of the property. We should not have had to to do that!
The grounds behind this picture are dangerous! There is broken metal everywhere!
Verified traveler
3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 30, 2019
There was no one in the office. My info that we had a micro was not entirely true. It was in kitchen two rooms away. There was no time piece.
Only one pillow each. The bed was too soft for me but my partner liked it.
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 27, 2019
Extremely small room (Lodge #4). No air circulation. Window screwed shut. Smoke alarms missing. Bathroom was good.
anon
anon, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 27, 2019
Francisco
Francisco, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 23, 2019
We enjoyed the peaceful environment and picturesque location.
Short drive to town for interesting things, supplies, and food.
The staff was friendly and helpful.
Though the grounds were showing signs of lack of maintenance.
Good for a quiet get away so don't expect the ' Pan Pacific ' .
HappyCamper
HappyCamper, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 23, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 23, 2019
We stayed one night, the place is nice but older. The receptionist can be reached by WeChat, it’s a bit surprising.
Grace
Grace, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2019
Gem in the rough
Clean comfortable and quiet stay .
Office staff very friendly and helpful .
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 20, 2019
Above average
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 18, 2019
The resort property was cool lots to see but not maintained at all lots in I’ll repair, staff was friendly but over worked, room didn’t get touched by housekeeping while we were there and was not clean to start.
Amber
Amber, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2019
Nice comfy interesting place to stay!
We decided to stay at the Princeton Castle Resort last minute. We have been traveling from Alaska thru B.C. The place had just changed ownership and it seems as if they are making some property improvements. The reason I graded the place so high was because the room was very comfortable and clean and the lady st the front desk which checked us in was very nice (great customer service).
I would be very interested In Returning after a few property improvements were made. They had quite a bit to look at like the fossil stairs that led to their piggies. Hopefully in the updates they will make the piggies pen a little nicer... but they had boats and peacocks and the overall stay was pleasant.