Motel Happy Salmon

Property class: 2.5
Motel near Shuswap Lake in Salmon Arm

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A picnic area with a red table and umbrella, surrounded by greenery and a mountain in the background.
A motel sign with 'Happy Salmon' and 'Vacancy' indicating no rooms available.
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair. There are two wall-mounted lamps above the beds.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, and a 'Welcome' sign.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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6410 Trans-Canada Hwy, Salmon Arm, BC, V0E 1K0
  • Place, Club Shuswap Golf Resort
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Salmon Arm Go-Karts and Mini-Golf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shuswap Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

Basic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(131 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Salmon Arm

In Salmon Arm .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Salmon Arm motel, you'll find Shuswap Lake and R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum. Salmon Arm Golf Club and Salmon Arm Wharf are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Club Shuswap Golf Resort - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Salmon Arm Go-Karts and Mini-Golf - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Canoe United Church - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shuswap Lake - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Canoe Wharf - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kamloops, BC (YKA) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Canooligans' Lakefront Bites - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Motel Happy Salmon

Motel near Shuswap Lake in Salmon Arm
As a guest of Motel Happy Salmon, you'll find multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Salmon Arm motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Motel Happy Salmon offers 15 accommodations with air conditioning. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Salmon Arm motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Books

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: CAD 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:30 PM
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Motel Happy Salmon Motel
Motel Happy Salmon Salmon Arm
Motel Happy Salmon Motel Salmon Arm

Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel Happy Salmon to the airport?

Motel Happy Salmon is 80.7 mi (100-min drive) away from the Kamloops, BC (YKA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel Happy Salmon?

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Happy Salmon on Oct 30, 2026 start from $64, including 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.

Does Motel Happy Salmon have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel Happy Salmon.

How close is Motel Happy Salmon to the beach?

This motel is 1.1 mi (2-min drive) from Canoe Beach and 13.5 mi (15-min drive) from Sicamous Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel Happy Salmon offer free breakfast?

Motel Happy Salmon does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel Happy Salmon?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Chances Salmon Arm (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Motel Happy Salmon?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Motel Happy Salmon?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel Happy Salmon have a pool?

Motel Happy Salmon does not have a pool.

Does Motel Happy Salmon have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel Happy Salmon to downtown Salmon Arm?

Motel Happy Salmon is 4.1 mi away from Salmon Arm.

Motel Happy Salmon Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place to stay, quiet,clean and awesome staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A quaint little hotel with beautiful, updated comfortable rooms. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean, staff was friendly, location in right of the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, nice staff , very clean !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Amenities
I've stayed here many times , great clean rooms and beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Check in was painless, parking was available, the property attendant was courteous and professional even though I arrived late in the night…
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have never in my life seen a cleaner hotel room. The rooms are small and sparsley furnished, but neat and clean, and the staff is really sweet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice, welcoming friendly owner operator.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean, staff was friendly, location is quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is actually a motel, a small one but rooms are great, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super clean room, absolutely fine for a roadside motel. The soaps are not terrific, but the pillows are.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean, bed comfortable and equipped with all the normal expectations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely people, nice spacious room, clean, good energy, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cozy and clean. Perfect for overnite stop.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location to stop over on long trip as it is right on the Trans-Canada highway. May be a bit noisy if your room faces the highway. Could use extra blankets in the room as it was mid May when we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Wasn't sure what to expect when I pulled in but this place is totally spotless inside and my stay was definitely comfortable, clean and safe. I would 100% return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Actually a very nice place. Clean, well maintained and quiet. The only reason I didn't give it a 5/5 rating is because it is somewhat isolated. Not much around in the way of services.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and exactly what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Older motel but VERY well maintained. Pride of ownership shows thru! The setting was quaint, although adjacent a very busy Hwy1, so light sleepers may not have a great sleep. The A/C needs re-charge (our A/C unit only kept the room live-able when 32+ degrees outside), but we enjoyed our sleep thru the night (a/c was good white noise) as beds were comfortable with heavy comforters. We'ld stay again! Canoe is a nice little community on water's edge.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026