Located in the heart of a snow-covered paradise, Chameleon Hotel offers a warm haven with continental breakfast, ski-in/ski-out access and slopeside views. Relax with free newspapers and unwind at the library or grab a bike rental to explore your surroundings. With high-speed WiFi, express check-out and multilingual staff on hand you're sure to feel right at home.
Enjoy your visit to Castlegar with a stay at Chameleon Hotel. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowboarding, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 5 AM and 10 AM.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 5 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Ski storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Library
Accessibility
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Oven
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Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CAD 150 per night
Breakage deposit: CAD 150.00 per night
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 20.00
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Chameleon Castlegar
Chameleon Hotel
Chameleon Hotel Castlegar
Hotel Chameleon
Chameleon Hotel Hotel
Chameleon Hotel Castlegar
Chameleon Hotel Hotel Castlegar
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Chameleon Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Chameleon Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Chameleon Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of CAD 20.00. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Chameleon Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling.
Are there restaurants at or near Chameleon Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Chameleon Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Chameleon Hotel like?
Chameleon Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Columbia River and 3 minutes' walk from CPR Station Museum.
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Reviews
Chameleon Hotel Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.8
Cleanliness
7.4
Location
8.2
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
nice hosts, clean and well kept property located downtown
Dorina
Dorina, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2025
No frills, but clean and quiet. Good value for your money.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 6, 2023
Owners were helpful in identifying restaurants, attractions & local conditions.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2025
Old but cleaned!
We couldn ’t start the heating system so it was cold.
The reception lady was lovely and easy access to the kitchen
Isabelle
Isabelle, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Thank you for friendly service!
Maureen
Maureen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
It is an older place, however it has all the amenities. The owner/host was delightful and works really hard to maintain the building, keep it clean and offer accommodations to travellers. Overall, the great customer service and wonderful people made me return. She was very accommodating - i arrived very early and she ensured I would be able to get in fast. Really lovely.
Cory
Cory, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2024
Perfect for the price
Extremely kind and approachable staff. Comfortable beds. Very good value for the price. Only nitpick is that the water pressure in the shower was rather weak
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
I did not know what to expect when I booked this Hotel. But upon my arrival I felt like I had done the right thing. The check in was so perfect. I was made to feel so welcome. The room was amazing with a stunning view. I loved walking around the area trying to decide what to eat. I had only passed through Castlegar once in the past, and this was my first overnight stay, but after being there I have already started making plans for my return, and the next time I will definately be staying longer.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 22, 2025
It’s a case of you get what you pay for. It’s an older property and definitely showing its’ age. We loved the area and the downtown is trying to make a revival. The sculpture walk was fun and the museum was great. It was relatively clean, it had working AC, the shower/water pressure was good, the bed was fine and everything worked and we had a self serve continental breakfast. The property definitely has some quirks but we liked it. It has the potential to be a wonderful rejuvenated property. I hope it can get there!
mitch
mitch, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2023
Fantastic little hotel
Charming little hotel in the heart of Castlegar. The owner greeted me and got me checked in. She was very nice and personable. She offered me croissants and other baked goods for breakfast. I wish I had spent more than one night.
Antony
Antony, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 7, 2024
Nice Folks, quiet Stay but needs major Reno.
The people who worked there were lovely and helpful the the hotel needs to be updated and hopefully they will do so as they can afford to but the actual room was clean and tidy and the the mattress was comfortable. And it was $40 a night cheaper than anything else. The hotel was in the old downtown core of Castlegar and had several good restaurants and a pharmacy almost next door. Even though it was “downtown” it was really quite quiet. I would stay again.
Roberta
Roberta, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 21, 2024
The property is very dated. The air-conditioning was not sufficient for the room. The room was clean and staff very friendly.
Deb
Deb, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 16, 2024
Not what I expected but that's not a bad thing!
It was a weird experience, in general but it was very quiet and really clean is spite of the age of everything! It was pretty cool overall tho, and the staff was quite nice as well!
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Classic, large family-owned Chamelon hotel
It is worth calling the hotel directly, this is a small town and staffing hours are very thin as hotel employees juggle other jobs. However, they are super welcoming and made our check-in incredibly smooth, even at 11pm. Continental, serve-yourself breakfast was included near the front desk, where the coffee maker is located (not in the room). Downsides were the mattress (soft, I like firm), poor sound proofing I suspect, creaky floors- the building is very old. The latter could be a plus. Very fresh smell, silky sheets, newly renovated room, mini fridge for less than $100/night. So happy I chose it. Next time I would book with the hotel directly, I think the price is the same.
Claire
Claire, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 2, 2025
manager on site was very pleasant and we appreciated the included breakfast in the little kitchen aera.
aline
aline, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
It was cheap and owner was so helpful.
Rakib
Rakib, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
It's a little dark when you first walk in but Caden was very friendly and welcoming and the room was bright and clean! We would stay here again.
Lorelei
Lorelei, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2022
I would stay again
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
May 24, 2025
It is a classic old school hotel ...
sam
sam, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2025
Air conditioning in the room.older place but clean.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2023
Unique hotel
Nice rooms
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2022
Older hotel but very clean
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2022
Great location downtown. Hotel owners are super friendly and accomodating. Very nice quaint hotel. It was fum to stay there.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 22, 2022
Its unique
The bathroom is clean and the staff are friendly
Athena
Athena, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2022
Friendly staff; clean and comfortable rooms. The hotel in undergoing some renovations.