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Motel Happy Salmon

Salmon Arm, Columbia-Shuswap

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4.3/5

GoodFrom 105 reviews

5.0/527 Jun 2026

Robert • Couple Trip

A quaint little hotel with beautiful, updated comfortable rooms. We would definitely stay there again.

5.0/526 Jun 2026

Bonnie • Solo Trip

Very clean room--extremely polite staff.

5.0/518 Jun 2026

Karen

This is the cleanest motel I have EVER stayed in! The bed was comfy, the room had a little fridge and it was very convenient to stay a quick overnight. Would stay here again.

5.0/518 Jun 2026

Dave

Surprisingly good little motel halfway between Calgary and Vancouver. Only about 10 km east of Salmon Arm. Recent renovations we saw include new flooring, cupboards, bathroom and of course paint. Beds were comfortable, and AC was working. A coffee machine and coffee pods were great before leaving as there is no onsite food service. The microwave was good for reheating some light snacks we had stored in the fridge. But the ovens were removed in the recent renovations and if you do actual cooking you will lose your room deposit. The motel is across the highway from the town of Canoe where you can get some quick foods and snacks. Also next to the snack store is the local bar where we picked up a meal, so there is no need to go back to Salmon Arm. Great food but can get noisy-- it's a pub. The wi-fi is so good you can sit in the park area in front of the hotel and still access your room wi-fi. There are picnic tables and lounge chairs and they were great for relaxing outdoors late at night. We did not watch much TV but it works although for some reason it did not seem like HD quality. I would like to see some handrails in the tub/shower area. It is difficult for older people to step over the high tub side to take a shower without something to hang on to. Best not to grab the toilet paper roll for support. Also an instruction sheet for the AC would be good. In our room I needed to stand on a bed to adjust and that is a big task for wobbly seniors. No stairs to climb- none!

5.0/515 Jun 2026

Heather • Solo Trip

So glad to have found this place! I stayed here for a one night stop on a longer road trip and it was perfect. It looks a little dated and perhaps a tad rundown from the outside, but the inside is recently updated, clean, and well kept. The staff were really lovely and helpful. Really enjoyed my time here and would definitely recommend it!

5.0/513 Jun 2026

Albert • Trip with Friends

Nice place to stay, quiet,clean and awesome staff.

5.0/511 Jun 2026

Nancy • Couple Trip

A very nice, clean, large unit with a separate bedroom, and a large area with table and chairs. Bit noisy due to the highway but didn't bother me when I closed the bedroom door. It is not right donton but only a short drive away. I would be happy to stay here again

5.0/58 Jun 2026

John • Solo Trip

I decided to book at the Happy Salmon because of all the previous reviews indicating the rooms being very clean and they were absolutely right. The rooms are very basic but very clean. The bed was very comfortable. The room had a coffee maker, a fridge and a microwave. The bathroom was also very clean. The only negative is that my room had a strange smell in it. Not a gross or musty smell by any means but a different type of odour when I first walked in. After being in the room for a few minutes, I didn't smell it after that. When I first drove up, I thought the outside looked a bit dated so I was concerned at first but don't judge a book by it's cover because the rooms are very cute, tidy, clean, small and simple which is all I needed it for. I met Joanna at reception and she is very nice as well. She takes great pride in making the place look nice including planting flowers outside. It's about a 5 minute drive into Salmon Arm where you'll find lots of restaurants and amenities. There is definitely noise from the highway traffic but my room had a door so once it was closed, it was quiet especially at night as the traffic wasn't as busy. It really didn't bother me at all. If you need a place for a few nights, the Happy Salmon will fulfil your needs.

5.0/58 Jun 2026

Jessica • Family Trip

Super clean room, absolutely fine for a roadside motel. The soaps are not terrific, but the pillows are.

5.0/54 Jun 2026

Jonas • Solo Trip

Not the quietest of places next to the highway, but spectacularly clean! Great value for an overnighter or two. Staff were pleasant and helpful. I appreciated the hardwood floor as opposed to a carpet. It looked well maintained! I will recommend this place to others.

5.0/53 Jun 2026

Carl

Clean and nice

5.0/51 Jun 2026

Lance • Family Trip

The room was clean, bed comfortable and equipped with all the normal expectations.

5.0/51 Jun 2026

jon • Couple Trip

A great highway stop while travelling into Salmon Arm, best price for the best quality compared to other local establishments. Very pleasant greeting, comfortable and cozy room in the back (not facing the highway!) and great amenities on offer (tv, wifi, coffee). Great for an overnight where we needed to start fresh early the next day!

5.0/530 May 2026

Cobi • Couple Trip

Vriendelijk ontvangen voor ons verblijf van 1 nacht. Ruime en schone kamer. Je parkeert voor de deur. Er zit wel een keukentje in maar er is geen servies, bestek of potten en pannen, je mag ook niet koken op de kamer. Voor ons geen probleem want dat waren we toch niet van plan 😉Wij waren meer dan tevreden!

5.0/527 May 2026

Linda • Family Trip

Very clean and efficient. No concerns

5.0/521 May 2026

Jorge • Solo Trip

Check in was painless, parking was available, the property attendant was courteous and professional even though I arrived late in the night…

5.0/517 May 2026

Tony

Very nice, welcoming friendly owner operator.

5.0/526 Apr 2026

Amy • Family Trip

Lovely people, nice spacious room, clean, good energy, thank you!

5.0/525 Apr 2026

Bailey • Trip with Friends

Very nice place to stay- keep in mind to call if checking in after 8 pm. Just common courtesy for these smaller hotels as they need sleep too. 🤗 5 min drive to the water side at Canoe

5.0/525 Apr 2026

Ryan • Family Trip

Great location, nice staff , very clean !

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6410 Trans-Canada Hwy, Salmon Arm, British Columbia, CA

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Check-in Procedure

Check-in4:00 PM-10:00 PM

Check-out11:30

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Parking height restrictions apply.

About Motel Happy Salmon

Motel Happy Salmon Location
Located in Salmon Arm, Motel Happy Salmon is within a 5-minute drive of Shuswap Lake and R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum. This motel is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Salmon Arm Golf Club and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Salmon Arm Wharf.

Motel Happy Salmon Facility and Service
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as a picnic area.

Motel Happy Salmon Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided.

Room Type and Price

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 - Mon, 28 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children