Ainsworth Hot Springs Travel Guide

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Panoramic View of Christina Lake during a sunny fall season day. West Kootenay, British Columbia, Canada.
Panoramic View of Christina Lake during a sunny fall season day. West Kootenay, British Columbia, Canada.
Beautiful mountain and lake winter panorama landscape of calm reflection on Kootenay Lake with sunrise or sunset light and mist in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada.
Millennium Park natural swimming ponds by the Columbia River in Castlegar in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia, Canada
Ainsworth Hot Springs resort is the second highest rated hot springs in British Columbia. It is also one of the rare hot springs in BC that contain natural lithium in the water. 

The hot caves will have you feeling relaxed like a marshmallow. 

As there isn't much in the area, there is an on-site restaurant with gourmet and regular good options at very reasonable prices.

The service at the hotel is excellent and the rooms are very clean and bright. Spending the extra money for a deluxe mountain view room is well  worth it. Waking up to a sunset or watching the moon rise over the mountains is just amazing. 

The hot caves fills itself up with new water 6 times a day while the pool fills up 4 times.

The best time to go is during the off season and on week days since weekends here can get nuts.

The hot springs is open to the public at a rate of $12 per person and opens at 10AM. From 8:30AM to 10AM is for hotel guests only.

If your staying as a guest there is no fee to use the springs as it's included in the cost of your room.
Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC

Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC

Ainsworth BC
Stay at this cottage in Ainsworth Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Janice is amazing. Met us at the house to go over a few things. Super nice and the place was just perfect for us. The pool table was the highlight of the nights. Very spacious and comfy beds. The place was perfect for day trips to the Hot Springs and with the money saved by not staying at the resort ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC
Kaslo Hotel

Kaslo Hotel

2.5 out of 5
430 Front Street Kaslo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$216 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$216
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (657 reviews)
The Staff was amazing and the rooms were great! The restaurant and bar were wonderful too

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Kaslo Hotel
Kokanee Glacier Resort

Kokanee Glacier Resort

2.5 out of 5
2615 HWY 3A Nelson BC
The price is AU$185 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
AU$185
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Big Orange Bridge and The Cube Climbing Centre are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (246 reviews)
The suite was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Great communication and easy check in and check out.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Kokanee Glacier Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC

Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC

Ainsworth BC
Stay at this cottage in Ainsworth Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Janice is amazing. Met us at the house to go over a few things. Super nice and the place was just perfect for us. The pool table was the highlight of the nights. Very spacious and comfy beds. The place was perfect for day trips to the Hot Springs and with the money saved by not staying at the resort ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Vacation Home For Rent - Ainsworth BC
Beautiful Waterfront Cabin on Kootenay Lake

Beautiful Waterfront Cabin on Kootenay Lake

Procter BC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Procter. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Balfour Ferry Terminal and Balfour Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Great location, friendly hosts, and loads of character in this amazing cabin. It was the perfect winter getaway with easy access to Nelson and area activities. We will surely be back!

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Beautiful Waterfront Cabin on Kootenay Lake
 *EAGLES NEST* Luxury Mountain Chalet Retreat- HOT TUB * POOL TABLE * SPA BATH

*EAGLES NEST* Luxury Mountain Chalet Retreat- HOT TUB * POOL TABLE * SPA BATH

Nelson BC
Stay at this chalet in Balfour. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Balfour Ferry Terminal and Balfour Golf Course are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
The house was very clean and cute! It had everything you could think of. We loved it! Thank you for the welcome email that gave us ideas on places to eat etc. The Old World Bakery is so delish! We hope to stay again in the future.

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

*EAGLES NEST* Luxury Mountain Chalet Retreat- HOT TUB * POOL TABLE * SPA BATH
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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