Ainsworth Hot Springs Travel Guide

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Panoramic View of Christina Lake during a sunny fall season day. West Kootenay, British Columbia, Canada.
Panoramic View of Christina Lake during a sunny fall season day. West Kootenay, British Columbia, Canada.
Beautiful mountain and lake winter panorama landscape of calm reflection on Kootenay Lake with sunrise or sunset light and mist in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada.
Millennium Park natural swimming ponds by the Columbia River in Castlegar in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia, Canada
Ainsworth Hot Springs resort is the second highest rated hot springs in British Columbia. It is also one of the rare hot springs in BC that contain natural lithium in the water. The hot caves will have you feeling relaxed like a marshmallow. As there isn't much in the area, there is an on-site restaurant with gourmet and regular good options at very reasonable prices. The service at the hotel is excellent and the rooms are very clean and bright. Spending the extra money for a deluxe mountain view room is well worth it. Waking up to a sunset or watching the moon rise over the mountains is just amazing. The hot caves fills itself up with new water 6 times a day while the pool fills up 4 times. The best time to go is during the off season and on week days since weekends here can get nuts. The hot springs is open to the public at a rate of $12 per person and opens at 10AM. From 8:30AM to 10AM is for hotel guests only. If your staying as a guest there is no fee to use the springs as it's included in the cost of your room.

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Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC

Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC

Ainsworth BC
Stay at this cottage in Ainsworth Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Janice is amazing. Met us at the house to go over a few things. Super nice and the place was just perfect for us. The pool table was the highlight of the nights. Very spacious and comfy beds. The place was perfect for day trips to the Hot Springs and with the money saved by not staying at the resort ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC
Kaslo Hotel

Kaslo Hotel

2.5 out of 5
430 Front Street Kaslo BC
Stay at this hotel in Kaslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (661 reviews)
Excellent stay, highly recommend. Clean spacious rooms, friendly staff. Awesome restaurant.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

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Kaslo Hotel
Beautiful Waterfront Cabin on Kootenay Lake

Beautiful Waterfront Cabin on Kootenay Lake

Procter BC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Procter. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Balfour Ferry Terminal and Balfour Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Great location, friendly hosts, and loads of character in this amazing cabin. It was the perfect winter getaway with easy access to Nelson and area activities. We will surely be back!

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

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Beautiful Waterfront Cabin on Kootenay Lake
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Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC

Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC

Ainsworth BC
Stay at this cottage in Ainsworth Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Janice is amazing. Met us at the house to go over a few things. Super nice and the place was just perfect for us. The pool table was the highlight of the nights. Very spacious and comfy beds. The place was perfect for day trips to the Hot Springs and with the money saved by not staying at the resort ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC
Beautiful Waterfront Cabin on Kootenay Lake

Beautiful Waterfront Cabin on Kootenay Lake

Procter BC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Procter. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Balfour Ferry Terminal and Balfour Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Great location, friendly hosts, and loads of character in this amazing cabin. It was the perfect winter getaway with easy access to Nelson and area activities. We will surely be back!

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Beautiful Waterfront Cabin on Kootenay Lake
Rustic Waterfront Log Cabin

Rustic Waterfront Log Cabin

Kaslo BC
Stay at this cabin in Kaslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Mirror Lake and Garland Bay Recreation Site are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin is old which is what gives it its charm. The view of the lake is picturesque. We’ll definitely be back again in the future.

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Rustic Waterfront Log Cabin
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Popular places to visit

Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional Park, a lovely green space in Ainsworth Hot Springs. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.

Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional Park

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