Hotel Ymir welcomes travelers with continental breakfast and complimentary in-room WiFi. Guests relax on the scenic terrace or browse the library while taking in mountain views. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the attentive staff who enhance the stay experience.
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Comfort Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony
Highlights
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
Mountain view
56 sq m
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Comfort Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Mountain view
49 sq m
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Mountain view
19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Classic Room, Multiple Beds
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Mountain view
19 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
11 reviews
(11 reviews)
Highlights
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Mountain view
13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Basic Room
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Mountain view
13 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bunk Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Ymir, Hotel Ymir is in a rural area and on the riverwalk. Touchstones Museum and Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Baldface Lodge and Nelson Streetcar #23. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Ymir travel guide
Consider a stay at Hotel Ymir and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and a bar.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Ymir have amenities such as free WiFi.
Free continental breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to noon
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Library
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Garden
In the mountains
On the riverwalk
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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1 building
3 floors
Built in 1896
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
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Desk
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 5.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: CAD 5.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property is also known as
Hotel Ymir
Hotel Ymir Ymir
Hotel Ymir Bed & breakfast
Hotel Ymir Bed & breakfast Ymir
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Ymir pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 5.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ymir?
As of 8 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ymir on 9 March 2026 start from AED 214, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Ymir?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Hotel Ymir?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hotel Ymir located?
Situated on the riverwalk, this bed & breakfast is within 12 mi (20 km) of Salmo Park, Erie Creek Provincial Park, and Rope Tow. T-Bar is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Ymir Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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Simply love the portraits and paintings surrounding the hotels. Nice walking trails and really a neat and nice environment to check out and hang out with the locals there.
Gilles was great checking us in and showing us around. The history in this place is worth the stay alone. Dave your pictures for your friends and family and not social media. This is a word of mouth place that needs to be seen to believed. Can’t wait to get back
I liked that it is a historic old building and that it has an art gallery in it - lots of interesting art everywhere. Proprietor was pleasant, helpful and welcoming.
As it is such an old building there are a lot of stairs to walk up and carry belongings, no elevator. I did not mind that but would not recommend to anyone unable to manage stairs.
Very interesting and historic old building with lots of old paintings anf artifacts in every room. The place was almost completely dead though on a midweek in July. Restaurant wasn't open and there were no other restaurants in this tiny town. The bar was closed when I attempted to enter at 8pm. The hotel room was basic but clean but I was disappointed by how quiet and empty it was.
The manager was super friendly and easy going. Our room was upgraded at reception and was perfect for us, even travelling with two dogs. The price was reasonable and the area is nice and quiet with access to the Trans Canada trail nearby to walk the dogs. The artwork is the coolest pet. A very unique place out of the way. I would stay there again and recommend to others.
This is a historical building, filled with art work and curiosities. It is clean and comfortable. Because of its age, there is no elevator, so you'll need to be able to climb the stairs.
If you want a uniquely authentic BC rural experience filled with the history of this province ….…. You will really appreciate Hotel Ymir…. Also friendly helpful people clean and refurbished a few years ago. The Kootenays ….beautiful
Ok, this place was SO fun. The staff is just terrific, and the property is quirky and full of interesting art. (Some of it quite lovely!)
The room was clean, but the rest of the hotel is sadly not clean enough to consider eating there. We absolutely recommend it for inexpensive, fun accommodation, but be aware the common areas not up to todays hygiene standards.
If you want to go back in time... This is your place... A fun and unique experience... The staff are very kind and sweet... Giving it the extra charm... So much to look at and absorb in...
It was cluttered with pictures and made me feel that if there was a fire I wouldn’t make it out alive, The beds were clean and the sheets. The bathroom was clean. Floors were sticky. Too much stuff everywhere.
If you're fussy about having a perfect hotel, this is not for you period but for us, we thought it was great. It's a very old hotel going up 2 dark old flights to stairs an older looking rooms, but the beds are clean.. It was actually amazing, the history and the art is very precious. The people are earthy and real And clever period Don't miss the amazing trails and the amazing beautiful river outside the hotel. No food around the town, so for breakfast, go to Salmo which is very close. Nelson..Fabulous
Sandra
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
4/10 Poor
Wayne
24 August 2023
Disliked: Amenities
This is a 127 year old property that was never fancy and is now run down and cluttered. It was a working-man’s hotel from the Gold Rush/ railroad days. The property is run down but clean.Eclectic and the thousands of pieces of art, antiques and pure junk may be of interest to some. Some fast food available at the store next door. Friendly staff. Steep and long wooden stairway to access rooms at second floor.
Wayne
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
4/10 Poor
Ken
6 July 2024
When we last saw this hotel 14 years ago, it was very well-kept with a nice restaurant serving delicious food & drinks, and unique rooms with interesting artwork abounding. We came back this time to find the restaurant no longer in operation. The rooms are still unique, but the towels are old and thread-bare. The room was clean, but the ‘breakfast room’ and TV rooms were very dirty. The outside areas of the hotel have garbage all around. We should have stayed 14 years ago.
This hotel is in a building that’s over 100 years old and it is not in the best condition. I like that, because most motels these days all look like they had the same father. Ymir isn’t even large enough to be called a Village. There’s the hotel, a small general store, next-door, and the bakery that hopes to re-open someday, and nothing more. The Ymir Hotel has an impressive life, funky and eccentric atmosphere. I found it intriguingly curious and an enjoyable reprieve from the cookie cutter motels that you can find everywhere. The innkeeper was a font of information and history. Among the other curious things about this in is that the office is open from 3 PM to 9 PM. He is outgoing, friendly, and enjoys spending time with the guests. I will definitely stay here again.
This is a quaint old building. It’s like being in a museum. Art lovers will be entertained for hours. People are friendly and welcoming. The sheets were clean. The washcloth was stained. They should switch to dark colours. It may be the water. The room was dusty. This could have happened when the window was opened. Don’t expect fancy. It has a 70s laid-back vibe. We upgraded to private bathroom. That was Not clear on the booking site. Breakfast was fruit cups and pudding. Chill out and go with the flow.
Debbie
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bruce
1 October 2024
Unique and as friendly as owners and staff can be!