Nestled in the mountains, Hotel Ymir offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Unwind on the picturesque terrace or get lost in a good book from the library, all while enjoying stunning mountain views. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Erie Creek Provincial Park - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
Cottonwood Falls Park - 24 min drive - 34.0 km
Nelson & District Community Complex - 24 min drive - 34.7 km
Baldface Lodge - 25 min drive - 34.7 km
Getting around
Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 46 min drive
Trail, BC (YZZ-Trail Regional) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
The Goods Coffee Shop - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Ymir
Hotel Ymir is a great choice for a stay in Ymir. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 5 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Ski runs nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1896
Garden
Terrace
Library
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 5.00 per pet, per night
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Hotel Ymir
Hotel Ymir Ymir
Hotel Ymir Bed & breakfast
Hotel Ymir Bed & breakfast Ymir
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Ymir offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Ymir 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 Hotel Ymir?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 5.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Ymir?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Ymir?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel Ymir and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing. Hotel Ymir also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Ymir?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
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Reviews
Hotel Ymir Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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7.8
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jul 13, 2025
The staff was friendly
Ranka
Ranka, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2023
Simply love the portraits and paintings surrounding the hotels. Nice walking trails and really a neat and nice environment to check out and hang out with the locals there.
Agnes
Agnes, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 20, 2023
Historic hotel with lots of character, and the area is very scenic and beautiful, other than that the hotel is a dump.
Jim
Jim, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
This is the most amazing place I could have ever imagined. The staff, patrons, and community are so special. We will come back every chance we get.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Gilles was great checking us in and showing us around. The history in this place is worth the stay alone. Dave your pictures for your friends and family and not social media. This is a word of mouth place that needs to be seen to believed. Can’t wait to get back
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2023
Step back
Cool historic hotel
Gideon
Gideon, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2024
Unique property, art works amazing. Friendly people. Dog friendly. An experience!
val
val, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 13, 2023
Super friendly and knowledgeable about local points of interest.
If you are
Vincent
Vincent, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2024
Very old building. Historical.
Richu
Richu, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
The manager was super friendly and easy going. Our room was upgraded at reception and was perfect for us, even travelling with two dogs. The price was reasonable and the area is nice and quiet with access to the Trans Canada trail nearby to walk the dogs. The artwork is the coolest pet. A very unique place out of the way. I would stay there again and recommend to others.
Rikki
Rikki, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 7, 2023
This is a historical building, filled with art work and curiosities. It is clean and comfortable. Because of its age, there is no elevator, so you'll need to be able to climb the stairs.
willem
willem, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 16, 2023
If you want a uniquely authentic BC rural experience filled with the history of this province ….…. You will really appreciate Hotel Ymir…. Also friendly helpful people clean and refurbished a few years ago. The Kootenays ….beautiful
karen
karen, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2025
I liked that it is a historic old building and that it has an art gallery in it - lots of interesting art everywhere. Proprietor was pleasant, helpful and welcoming.
As it is such an old building there are a lot of stairs to walk up and carry belongings, no elevator. I did not mind that but would not recommend to anyone unable to manage stairs.
Carole
Carole, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 12, 2025
Very interesting and historic old building with lots of old paintings anf artifacts in every room. The place was almost completely dead though on a midweek in July. Restaurant wasn't open and there were no other restaurants in this tiny town. The bar was closed when I attempted to enter at 8pm. The hotel room was basic but clean but I was disappointed by how quiet and empty it was.
G
G, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 7, 2023
Ok, this place was SO fun. The staff is just terrific, and the property is quirky and full of interesting art. (Some of it quite lovely!)
The room was clean, but the rest of the hotel is sadly not clean enough to consider eating there. We absolutely recommend it for inexpensive, fun accommodation, but be aware the common areas not up to todays hygiene standards.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2023
If you want to go back in time... This is your place... A fun and unique experience... The staff are very kind and sweet... Giving it the extra charm... So much to look at and absorb in...
Renee
Renee, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 6, 2024
It was cluttered with pictures and made me feel that if there was a fire I wouldn’t make it out alive, The beds were clean and the sheets. The bathroom was clean. Floors were sticky. Too much stuff everywhere.
Arlene
Arlene, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2023
Interesting, Old and rustic. Love the art.
If you're fussy about having a perfect hotel, this is not for you period but for us, we thought it was great. It's a very old hotel going up 2 dark old flights to stairs an older looking rooms, but the beds are clean.. It was actually amazing, the history and the art is very precious. The people are earthy and real And clever period Don't miss the amazing trails and the amazing beautiful river outside the hotel. No food around the town, so for breakfast, go to Salmo which is very close. Nelson..Fabulous
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Aug 24, 2023
This is a 127 year old property that was never fancy and is now run down and cluttered. It was a working-man’s hotel from the Gold Rush/ railroad days. The property is run down but clean.Eclectic and the thousands of pieces of art, antiques and pure junk may be of interest to some. Some fast food available at the store next door. Friendly staff. Steep and long wooden stairway to access rooms at second floor.
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jul 6, 2024
When we last saw this hotel 14 years ago, it was very well-kept with a nice restaurant serving delicious food & drinks, and unique rooms with interesting artwork abounding. We came back this time to find the restaurant no longer in operation. The rooms are still unique, but the towels are old and thread-bare. The room was clean, but the ‘breakfast room’ and TV rooms were very dirty. The outside areas of the hotel have garbage all around. We should have stayed 14 years ago.
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2023
This hotel is in a building that’s over 100 years old and it is not in the best condition. I like that, because most motels these days all look like they had the same father. Ymir isn’t even large enough to be called a Village. There’s the hotel, a small general store, next-door, and the bakery that hopes to re-open someday, and nothing more. The Ymir Hotel has an impressive life, funky and eccentric atmosphere. I found it intriguingly curious and an enjoyable reprieve from the cookie cutter motels that you can find everywhere. The innkeeper was a font of information and history. Among the other curious things about this in is that the office is open from 3 PM to 9 PM. He is outgoing, friendly, and enjoys spending time with the guests. I will definitely stay here again.
Doug
Doug, 2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jul 25, 2024
Night in an art museum.
This is a quaint old building. It’s like being in a museum. Art lovers will be entertained for hours. People are friendly and welcoming. The sheets were clean. The washcloth was stained. They should switch to dark colours. It may be the water. The room was dusty. This could have happened when the window was opened. Don’t expect fancy. It has a 70s laid-back vibe. We upgraded to private bathroom. That was Not clear on the booking site. Breakfast was fruit cups and pudding. Chill out and go with the flow.
Debbie
Debbie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Unique and as friendly as owners and staff can be!
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
What a great, unique place to stay. Comfortable beds.