Nakusp Hot Springs - Nakusp, British Columbia

Sabine T.

Nul et lamentable : vieillot, vétuste, mal odorant et mal insonorisé. C’est le résumé du chalet n°4. Si je pouvais mettre 0 étoile, je le ferais.
Après un accueil moyennement aimable pour récupérer les clés, j’ai découvert mon chalet : une odeur de poisson malgré des fenêtres ouvertes et les ventilateurs à fond (sûrement pour essayer de masquer l’odeur), un frigo hyper bruyant (quelle nuit de m…), une insonorisation inexistante (j’entendais tout ce qui se passait à côté), une cuisine pas faite pour cuisiner : la cuisinière penche, les casseroles aussi et il n’y a pas de hotte aspirante. Résultat, à chaque cuisson, le détecteur incendie se met en route et hurle jusqu’à ce qu’on trouve un manche à balai pour appuyer sur l’appareil (et encore faut-il savoir comment ça fonctionne !). Les tiroirs en bois de la cuisine n’ont pas de fin de course, donc si on les ouvre trop, on se les prend sur les pieds. L’électroménager date de Mathusalem, et la vaisselle est plus que limitée. La salle de bain est riquiqui. D’ailleurs, c’est une salle « de bain » puisqu’il n’y a pas de douche : pas de tuyau, pas de pommeau. Je n’ai jamais vu cela, même dans la baignoire sabot de ma grand-mère… La piscine ne présente aucun intérêt : elle est chaude, mais sans plus. La veille, j’étais à Ainsworth, alors forcément la comparaison est aisée ! Il n'y a pas de cadenas au casier, il faut avoir son propre cadenas ou le louer à l'accueil qui, dans sa grande mansuétude, m'en a prêté un comme si c'était un grand service !
Le complexe est loin du lac, je pense que les moteurs de recherche envoient sur Nakusp plutôt que sur Halcyon, je ne sais pas ? Bref, une très mauvaise expérience. J’aurais aimé le dire à l’accueil lors du check out, mais on ne m’a même pas demandé comment ça s’était passé. On m’a dit « check out ? » et on m’a pris les clés…
Si vous avez la possibilité d’aller ailleurs, faites-le ! Vous passerez un meilleur moment sans aucun doute

Raoul M.

Hot Springs idéalement situées ! Le staff est super gentil et avenant. Relaxation garantie !

Siberian S.

We had an amazing mini-vacation as a couple. Booked 4 nights in Chalet 2A (back part). Small, but manageable for 2 people. The tiny kitchenette organized very well and has all necessities. The bed is very comfortable and bedding is snowy white and fresh and natural smell. The only complain is - it's not sound proof, but - it's old (built in 1950's or 60's). Very clean and well maintained pool - included in the price! Very knowledgeable and friendly staff - Thank you to be so attentive (Casey, Michelle and Gentleman who cleans the chalet). Fantastic hikes (we did Kimbol Lake on the last day - challenging and tiring, but very satisfying at the end with an ancient log cabin and the Lake itself at the end). Wine tasting in Valley of the Springs Winery was the last treat before we left the area - highly recommended! Overall it was one of the best vacation we ever had - it's a real Hidden Gem! Will be back for sure!!

Mary N.

Lovely hot springs in the mountains, great views all around when you are in the hot springs. I did find myself wishing there was a cold pool to cool off between dips in the springs, especially as the day was warming up. Loved the walk to the historic source, which has recently been board-walked in several spots. Stunning mossy forest!

Bill R.

Spent a couple nights in the RV camp area...I was in site 21 which worked really well for me as it's located away from most of the other sites and my 16' Airstream Bambi tucked into the spot quite nicely. Arrived on Day 1 about 2pm, dropped off my trailer and headed to Halfway Hot Springs which was an awesome adventure to a public remote riverside hot spring. Came back to Nakusp Hot Springs in time for dinner and then got the evening pass which was also good for all day soaking the next day. Everything was fantastic...the icing on the cake was the hiking trail adjacent to the parking lot. The trail has recently been improved with some fantastic wooden walkways. I made it to the old hot springs area...just a beautiful hike.

allen M.

Beautiful spot deep in the mountains ⛰️ 😍 Quiet peaceful tranquil!!!!! We had the smaller room in the back of the cabins was well stocked for what it is. I would suggest a shower hose type so one could rinse off after the day. The tube was well let's say tiny. The price was far far better than any of the local ( BC ) hot springs and was sufficient for us
We enjoyed our stay very much.

Brad D.

Always an enjoyable and relaxing spot. Nestled in the middle of a forest next to the creek for a nice soak in one of two natural hotsprings pools. In the summer the hot pool is cooled down to a nice 85° instead of 104 in the cooler seasons. Very scenic in all seasons.

There are nice hiking trails to a remote lake or to the old hot springs, the source of the hot water in the thermal pools. A rough trail exists on the other side of the creek for hiking back to town. I used to hike that trail as a teen.

There is a bit of camping and a few chalet cabins available. Though I have never stayed over. And there is even decent cell phone reception. Snacks and local goods are also available. The caribou nursery is right next to it as well. Always friendly and helpful staff too!

Lee P.

We have been going to nakusp for many years. Always in September to avoid the summer business.
We had the best 5 nights, beautiful weather, awesome hikes and many May soaks.
The staff is great. They try hard to make everyone happy.
A shout out to Michelle, John , Lizabeth and any one else whose path I may have crossed. 🩷
We always leave well rested and planning our next trip there. ❤️

Highly recommend the farmers market and the Mediterranean restaurant down town. The local winery is also 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️