The Royal Anne Hotel is a three-star hotel in downtown Kelowna, which makes it one of the more central places to sleep in the city. Downtown is where the lake, the waterfront parks, the cafes and the evening restaurants sit within a short distance of each other, and a hotel here lets you leave the car parked for much of the day. The Royal Anne is a comfortable mid-range choice rather than a resort, so expect a straightforward hotel stay with a front desk, private rooms and a location that does most of the work. It suits travellers who plan to spend their days at the beaches, on wine tours and at dinner, and who want a room that is good value for the position. Rates move with the season, and summer is the busiest and priciest time, so check when you book.
Location and getting around
Downtown Kelowna is compact and flat, and it is the part of the city where you can do the most on foot. From a hotel in the centre you can walk to the lakefront paths, City Park and the beach area in the summer months, and to the arts and cultural district, the cafes and the dinner restaurants at any time of year.
Several wine tours and e-bike tours collect from downtown pickup points, which makes it easy to book a day of tasting without driving. For the wineries on the west side of the lake, Myra Canyon or Big White in winter, you will want a car or a tour, but the hotel itself works well as a base that does not require one.
The rooms and the feel
This is a traditional hotel experience rather than a boutique or a resort. You can expect private rooms with the basics a short stay needs, and the appeal lies in the price and the position rather than in extras. Room types, bed sizes, parking arrangements, breakfast and any fees differ between hotels and change through the year, so check when you book and read the room description before you pick a rate.
If you are travelling in July or August, book early, because downtown rooms near the water are the first to sell out and the cheapest rates disappear quickly.
Who it suits and what to know: couples on a wine trip, friends heading to a festival or a weekend on the lake, and solo travellers who want to be in the middle of things will all find it practical. Families can use it too, although a hotel with a pool or a kitchen may suit younger children better, and the hotels listed elsewhere on this page cover those needs.
If a lake view or a spa is important to you, look at the waterfront and South Pandosy options instead. Winter visitors heading to Big White should ask about parking and snow conditions before arriving. In every season, the best advice is to compare room types and cancellation terms before committing.
Why stay here
- ✓Downtown Kelowna location
- ✓Central base for lake and restaurants
- ✓Easy walk to the cultural district
- ✓Close to wine tour pickup points
- ✓Private hotel rooms
- ✓Front desk service
- ✓Parking arrangements (check when you book)
- ✓Rates vary by season
Good questions
Where is The Royal Anne Hotel?+
It is in downtown Kelowna, the central part of the city where the lakefront, City Park, restaurants and the cultural district are close together.
Is it a good base without a car?+
Yes for a short stay, because downtown is compact and many wine and bike tours collect nearby. Wineries across the lake, Myra Canyon and Big White are easier with a car or a tour.
Does it have a pool or a lake view?+
Check the room and facility details when you book, because they vary. If a lake view, spa or pool is a priority, look at the waterfront hotels on this page.
