Motel Happy Salmon

2.5 star property
Motel near Shuswap Lake in Salmon Arm

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Reception
Point of interest
Basic Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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6410 Trans-Canada Hwy, Salmon Arm, BC, V0E 1K0
  • Place, R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Salmon Arm Wharf
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Margaret Falls
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(97 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 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

  • Shuswap Lake - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Salmon Arm Golf Club - 8 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Salmon Arm Wharf - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Margaret Falls - 39 min drive - 25.0 miles

Getting around

  • Kamloops, BC (YKA) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barley Station Brewpub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬8 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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

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 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Happy Salmon on Oct 1, 2025 start from $57.49, 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.

Does Motel Happy Salmon have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel Happy Salmon.

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.

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.

Reviews

Motel Happy Salmon Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 580 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1025 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

H.

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Clean with a comfortable bed & lots of room. Close to a busy road with traffic noise
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The outside of the motel is in dire need of renovation The inside of the property has been renovated and very clean. Beds are wonderful staff lady was very kind
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane, Calgary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an older motel that has been repainted and refurbished. The rooms are very clean and bright.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The motel was noisy by the highway but we didn’t seem to be bothered once inside the room. I liked that the bedding and linens were clean. The only dislike is the bedside lamp was too bright for night reading.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to rest for a night. Comfortable bed and clean bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

LOIS, CALGARY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for a nights stay on the road. The traffic noise was easily drowned out using the fan
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean. The service was great. The rooms are cleaned daily. Really quiet and close to the beach.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well updated Clean Attractive room decor
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hui Bin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christina, Kemptville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like that there was no elevator. I walk with a cane because of a bad knee & ankle so stairs are difficult. However, they did move us from the 3rd floor to the 2nd.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lukas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sussi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would rate this property 7.5. I liked the location just a bit out of town. It’s not too far to get to some food. It is just a short driving distance to the lake and dock. It’s an older style ground floor motel. Bathroom upgraded. I got to my room and thought cool, this is old style. But the room smelled musty and also like cooked rice. I didn’t like the smell it bothered me. I decided to enjoy the peaceful room, and then the neighbours showed up. They were noisy and when they finally went to bed and I was trying to get to sleep, I could hear the guy snoring next door. Next day, noisy and could hear him coughing. It ruined my whole experience. Not the motels fault. If I could offer a suggestion it would be, tv’s are pretty cheap to purchase these days and the tv in the room was a bit bigger than a wide computer screen and everything looked squished on the screen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location if you are just passing through and don’t need to hang out in town. The rooms we had were very clean, comfortable beds and pillows and little seating areas on the grass in front of motel which was nice for Evening socializing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute & clean space, lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

marilyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop to sleep while completing our trip
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

rob

Traveled with family and small children
Great staff and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice clean room. The building itself is quite dated and has a lot of spiders (a huge issue for my wife).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025