Enjoyed this newer hotel but it had several basic things missing that should be mentioned. First off, no glassware in the room (only paper cups) and no bar soap (not even small sample size). Should be an option there. The shower is new, however the water pressure is very low and sputtering out, unable to adjust or increase. For a property such as this these are misses. There also was a big blank space in the room where a picture needed to hang or another piece of furniture needed to be; you can get a sense that corners are being cut. The pool (no hot tub) was too cool and unheated. The upper rooftop area is nice but you are unable to bring your own drinks, bar service only (which, when asked at check-in the lady wasn't sure of). Bedding was average. No real sense of character from the property of being in wine country or Penticton, just very corporate and sterile, yet nice. Windows in room didn't open whatsoever. Attitude from the blond restaurant guy at the entrance for breakfast when we went checking out the menu. Property also is several blocks from the lake and restaurants which was fine for us but again not ideal for the price. We liked it but didn't love it.
Well this hotel has some issues. Heard at check in that all rooms are pet friendly. Not good for certain allergies. Never heard that at any other hotel. Some staff have attitude problem. Actually looked at getting out early after the bad start but after that no big issues. Pool is great because the chill is being taken out so one wants to spend some time in it. Hot tub has bubbles not jets so it is terrible as water comes in ones face and over head. Breakfast is one of the best ever. A lot of choices and a lot of different fruit. There are a lot of stairs to get to the breakfast area. Rooms are ok but the pictures of the room on ones reservation and what one gets do not necessarily match. The rooms are dated but clean. Beds are comfortable. Not sure we would recommend or return to this hotel.
We were happy with our stay at Bowmont Motel. The location was fantastic, first and foremost. Very close to the beach, amusement park, channel cruise start point, and so on. The rooms were comfortable with a/c and nice memory foam mattresses. Great amenities like the bbq area, pool and patio. The place was packed with families who all seemed to be really enjoying the space, a great family atmosphere. A few things could have been improved. Staff were friendly and helpful, but only available until 6pm onsite unless it’s an emergency. Many facilities were not functioning or were only partially functioning: hot tub and sauna were not working, only 1/3 fire pits was working and even that one was intermittently turning off. A few things needed attention in our room as well. Hopefully these are addressed soon so others may enjoy the full experience this summer. We will consider returning in the future, hopefully the maintenance is improved.
The hotel is perfected located. We walked to the beach everyday, area is safe and its great to not have to worry about parking at the beach. The room was small and dated but it have very good air conditioning and that was really good because it was a heat wave. We were unlucky and we have 3 very young children right next door so we didn't get much sleep between the kids crying and the yelling parents but nothing the hotel could do about that. I would stay again
The location is perfect. Staff was great. The room was not great. The mattress was old, soft, not comfortable and smelled weird. Seemed like the maintenance is not something important. Ceiling lamp missing, bathroom smelled rotten, floor dirty, old and broken. The toilet was leaking and every 20 min or so I could here the water running to refill the tank. The worst of all is that one night I was awake by some noise in the kitchenette. Sure enough there are mice behind the fridge. They have access inside the cupboard where pots and pans are. Pooping around! The staff is aware of that problem as a mouse trap was installed on top of the fridge. I don’t recommend this place. Good thing I have some international travel experience as most Canadian would not have tolerated this room for 4 nights...Good luck!