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Snowshoeing near Merritt BC Canada

Snowshoeing Near Merritt

Nicola Valley is a Snowshoe Base Camp

Snowshoe Adventures in the Nicola Valley

I have spoken about Snowshoeing near Merritt before but I decided people may want to know about other places near by.  Snowshoeing is a natural part to Merritt and our Nicola Valley winters so when the snow flies we don our snowshoes and head out to one of endless number of winter adventure destinations in the region.

Snowshoeing Near Merritt includes Hamilton Hill

If you are looking for a less formal and structured snowshoe experience then Hamilton Hill is a great spot. Whereas Kane Valley has well marked trails, Hamilton Hill is wide open and it is up to you to determine which way you want to go.

You reach Hamilton Hill from Merritt by heading out on Highway 97C (the Connector) towards the Okanagan.  The intersection is about 2KM from the 286 exit from the Coquihalla and will be on your right. However, be advised, there is no advanced warning for this intersection so you will have to keep a sharp eye open.

Snowshoeing near Merritt BC Canada

Snowshoeing wide open spaces.

Kane Valley Snowshoeing in the Nicola Valley

I have spoken about Kane Valley before and I want to visit it again.  The snowshoe trails are accessed at the parking lots provided for the ski trails. Nevertheless, the snowshoe trails are near the ski trails, so it is important to stay off  them and follow the signage for snowshoeing.

I am not the only blogger in Experience Nicola Valley  that sings the praises of the fun at Kane Valley.  Visit our prolific blogger, Tania Stewart, to enjoy her thoughts.

To reach Kane Valley you head up Highway 97C (the Connector) for about ten minutes and watch for the signs.

Kane Snow Shoeing Photo credit: Tom Reynolds

Kane Valley Snowshoeing. Photo credit: Tom Reynolds

Helmer Provides Snowshoeing Near Merritt BC Canada

Heading north from Merritt on Highway 5 for about 15 minutes brings you to the Helmer Lake area where you can select a number of options. However the one I like begins at the forestry sight at the lake which is reached by going  under the highway and going straight for about 1 KM. You park at the forestry recreation site, slap on your shoes and head out across the lake.  When you get to the end of the lake there is a narrow green belt of trees that you need to walk through to get to the wide open spaces.

Alternatively, you can take a right turn after you have gone under the overpass and drive to the powerline to get to the open spaces.

Helmer Lake snowshoeing in Nicola Valley

Wide Open Spaces. Photo credit: Tom Reynolds

However, if you want a more forested experience don’t cross under the highway but continue on the forest road for about 1 KM where you will come to a landing that is suitable for parking provided it is not being used by forestry as a staging area for their logs.  Therefore, in this area there are a number of logging roads that you can go on.

Merritt BC Logging Road Trails

Logging road trails. Photo credit: Tom Reynolds.

Snowshoeing Tips near Merritt

Like many outdoor activities there are risks involved in snowshoeing. Therefore before you head out do some research on safety provisions you need such as a first aid kit, layered clothing, food and a GPS.  As well as, check out the areas you are going to by getting maps of the area.  For this you can contact BC Forestry Services.

Snowshoeing Accommodations in Merritt

To enjoy these spots for snowshoeing near Merritt you should consider spending the weekend here.  After all, we are only 3 hours from Vancouver, 1.5 hours from Kelowna and under an hour from Kamloops.  As well as, we have 2 relatively new hotels, the Comfort Inn and Best Western Plus.  For other accommodation you can find affordable hotels on Voght Street such as the Ramada and the Quality Inn.  Subsequently, on Nicola Avenue, a short distance from the 286 interchange are some of the original motels for Merritt.  Although these units are older  most are well maintained.

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Merritt is a Snowshoeing Base Camp

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Merritt Hotels – Motels and Inns In The Nicola Valley

Merritt BC Hotels –  Motels and Inn Accommodations In The Nicola Valley

Hotel places to stay in Merritt BC Canada

“When your community is a central base camp for year round adventures in the region it sure helps that you can provide hotel accommodations servicing all price points. And Merritt Hotels do just that.” 

 

Merritt BC hotels, motels and inns are just some of the accommodations available to visitors who come to explore, visit or stay the Nicola Valley for adventure, business, events, shelter and/or just to connect with family. However… what some may forget, is that our Merritt BC Canada hotels, motels and inns are also community ambassadors and sanctuaries for evacuated families during forest fire alerts and for contractors on infrastructure and Provincial economic development projects.

Therefore, it is also important the contributions of other accommodations in Merritt BC including the campgrounds, vacation homes, cottages, fishing resorts, guest ranches and bed and breakfasts. Many of which, already, have an Experience Nicola Valley blog written about them. That was then. This is now. Today,  we are discussing some of our larger accommodations suitable for events, corporate events, emergency shelter and contract workers.

Merritt BC Hotels – Motels – Inns

Times have changed. Therefore, the rules for operating a hotel, motel and inn have changed because of COVID 19 , climate change and travel habits. Consequently, hotel accommodations have to adjust to a changing environment. Nicola Valley hotels have to practice and encourage physical distancing, as well as, put in place a solid game plan when it comes to safety and cleaning protocols. Moreover, many of the Merritt BC hotels have implemented safety protocols and physical distancing measures. Most importantly, it is always best to phone or visit the website of your selected hotel destination to check in on the exact measures they are taking. However we are not here to discuss safety protocols and community ambassadors. We are here to share with you the selection of  larger hotels and motels operating in and around Merritt, BC, Canada for your next visit to the valley. 

We Have the Bed for You

Merritt hotels, inns and motel accommodations are unique in their own way. Therefore it is easy to come to the conclusion that there is a pretty good selection of hotel rooms and/or self contained suites in the Nicola Valley. In short there are economical, as well as,  high end suites where comfort, amenities and luxury are your selling features. No matter your needs and wants, the Nicola Valley hotel accommodations are able to satisfy your comfort levels and pricing preferences.

Above All It Is Location 

When it comes down to price point, Merritt has you covered as well. And if it comes down to amenities… the Nicola Valley has got that one covered too. Location? Got it covered. In short we can find you the right room in the right spot at the right time. For example there are hotels and motels at the top of the hill within walking distances to restaurants, coffee shop, liquor store, a pub,  and big box stores.  On the other hand, down the hill, there are Merritt hotels and motels near Downtown Merritt shopping, restaurants, pubs, retail stores and coffee shops. See… we got you covered. 

A List of the Merritt BC Hotels and Motels To Clarify My Point

Firstly click THIS LINK for quick access to a full list of Nicola Valley hotels and motels with description, website links, booking features,  and more

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Best Western in Merritt BC Canada

Best Western Plus – Merritt

3969 Crawford Ave.
Merritt, British Columbia, Canada
V1K 1C4
Phone: +1 250-378-0700

Featured Merritt Hotel : https://experiencenicolavalley.com/best-western-plus-merritt-accommodation/
Photo Credit: Laurie Turmel

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Comfort Inn and Suites – Merritt

3713 De Wolf Way
Merritt, British Columbia, Canada
V1K 1C4
Phone: 1 250 315-0237

Featured Merritt Hotel : https://experiencenicolavalley.com/hotels-in-merritt-bc-comfort-inn/
Photo Credit : Julie Pollard

Ramada Hotel – Merritt

3571 Voght Street 
Merritt, British Columbia, Canada
V1K 1C5
Phone: 1 250 378-3567

Featured Merritt Hotel : https://experiencenicolavalley.com/places-to-stay-in-merritt-bc-ramada/
Photo Credit: House Member

Consequently, I have had the pleasure of staying with this hotel accommodation on my visits to the region for work and research. As a result I was fortunate to meet the manager, Gurpreet, who is one of the nicest people you will ever meet in town.  Lastly, the hotel accommodation is clean, quiet and serves up some morning breakfasts! There is also a swimming pool with a huge slide for kids. 

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Intown Inn and Suites

2201 Voght Street
Merritt, British Columbia, Canada
V1K 1B8
Phone: 1 250-378-4291

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Super 8 – Merritt

3561 Voght St
Merritt, British Columbia, Canada
Phone: 1 250-378-9422

Photo Credit:  Johanne Schmidts


Quality Inn – Merritt

4025 Walters St
Merritt, British Columbia, Canada
V1K 1K1
Phone: 1 250.378.4253

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Merritt Desert Inn

2350 Voght Street
Merritt, British Columbia, Canada
V1K 1B8
Phone: 1 250 378 2254

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Consequently, I have had the pleasure of staying with this Merritt hotel accommodation on some of my first visits to the region for work and research. However, it is now under new ownership, of which our team has not stayed with. Moreover, the accommodation includes a restaurant, conference room and pub. 

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Quilchena Hotel and Resort

Planet Mine Rd
Quilchena British Columbia Canada
V0E 1S0
Phone: 1 250.378.2611

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Best Western in Merritt BC – Places to Stay

Best Western in Merritt BC – Places To Stay In Merritt BC

Merritt Hotels, Motels and Inn Accommodations 

“The Best Western Plus is the newest and largest hotel throughout the Nicola Valley and one of the top places to stay in Merritt BC Canada. “

Best Western in Merritt BC is one of the quality places to stay in the Nicola Valley. From the minute I stepped into the foyer to the minute I checked out, my stay at the Best Western Plus, in Merritt BC Canada was a 5 star experience. The vibrant and stylish décor of the Best Western was evident throughout the front entrance and lounge area.  Danica, the front desk clerk,  greeted me as I walked through the entrance of this Merritt hotel with a warm smile. Before I knew it I was off to my room and in no time I had settled in at my Merritt BC Canada accommodation.

Best Western in Merritt BC

The Best Western foyer welcomes all guests to the Nicola Valley

Best Western in Merritt Plus

The Best Western in Merritt British Columbia Canada is the newest and largest hotel throughout the Nicola Valley. The Merritt accommodation includes a wide selection of rooms, complete with a full on breakfast served up in the lobby every morning. 

When booking your Best Western hotel room you have a choice of a one or two bedroom suite, single/double room or, what we call, a pet room. All rooms have high-speed wireless internet, 43 inch LED televisions with On Demand movies, as well as, single serve coffee and tea makers. Not to mention the extremely comfortable beds and pillows. Seriously the Best Western in Merritt BC have the most comfortable pillows. 

“The Sekhon family takes  pride in giving first class service and offering high end accommodations to all our valued customers,” General Manager Anoop Sekhon.

Last Minute Hotel Goodies

If you forget something, don’t worry. Do what I did. Drop by the Snack Bar located next to the reception desk and pick up what you need. I noticed it was open 24 hours a day and sold a variety of items including juices, soft drinks, yogurt, chips, candy, and assorted personal care items. I loaded up and headed back to my room. Obviously, at this time, it was the right hotel for me out of all the places to stay in Merritt BC. 

Comfy Quarters 

My room had all the comforts of home –  comfortable bed, fluffy pillows, warm comforter, and plush towels. Here we go with the pillows again. Even the hand cream was worth writing home about! The best feature is how quiet the room was – something I can honestly say is not a feature in most hotels.

Best Western in Merritt B.C. Canada accommodations

Comfy beds!

Complimentary Full Breakfast 

Remember that full on breakfast earlier. Well… there is nothing like a good breakfast to start your day and the Best Western in Merritt BC serves up a meal fit for a King! The hot entree’s were impressive indeed. There was bacon, sausage, eggs, waffles, toast, muffins, bagels and pastries!  Also there were continental breakfast items such as yogurt, fresh fruit, juices, coffee and tea. And many more items to suit most dietary needs.

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Dining and lounge area

The breakfast/lounge area is a great gathering room any time of day. Pockets of varied seating are great for visiting, reading or just watching TV. It is by far the largest breakfast/lounge area I have ever seen in any of the places to stay in Merritt BC Canada.

Best Western in Merritt BC Amenities

All guests get to enjoy these features:

  • Large, complimentary parking areas
  • Pets welcome
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fitness centre
  • Terrace
  • Non-smoking property
  • Business centre
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Elevators
  • Indoor pool & hot tub
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Air conditioning
  • Designated smoking area
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Mini-market on site
  • Daily maid service
  • Electric vehicle charging  Tesla stations
  • Accessible parking
Best Western in Merritt BC pool

Time for a swim

Nearby Places To Eat in Merritt BC 

With a wide variety of restaurants and lounges located nearby, guests never have to go far for a good meal.

Pet Friendly Places To Stay In Merritt

Pets are not just accepted at this hotel, they are welcomed! Of all the places to stay in Merritt BC Canada, the Best Western Plus is a winner at planning well thought out rooms for pet stays! Pet rooms have two entrances – one leading to the lobby and the second to the outdoors. Indeed this is the best hotel I have stayed at with my dog Bailey!!  

Pet Friendly Hotel Merritt B.C.

Bailey guarding his doggy treats!

Hotel Conference Rooms For Large Groups

This Merritt BC Canada hotel accommodation is ideal for business professionals and for hosting large group functions by way of their professional meeting and conference facilities.  The Sagebrush Room can accommodate up to 65 people.  It is ideal for meetings, social functions or events.  

 

Pet Friendly Hotel Merritt B.C.

3969 Crawford Ave.

Merritt, B.C.

Local # 250-378-0700

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Just one of many places to stay in Merritt BC Canada

 

 

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Merritt Accommodation – Best Western Plus

Merritt Accommodation

Highly Recommended Places to Stay in the Nicola Valley

Merritt BC Canada Hotel Accommodation

When it comes to places to stay in Canada, including any Merritt Accommodation,  cleanliness is the most important part when booking a room. The Best Western Plus, a 5 star Hotel in Merritt BC, Canada has passed with flying colours.

First Impressions of Merritt Accommodations

When you pull up to the modern classy designed building you know you have made the right booking. The glass doors open into the hotel lobby, you see a cozy seating area with a fireplace, a stocked hot beverage bar, and fresh baked goodies. Everything is so shiny and clean. It is like a downtown New York hotel right here in Merritt BC, Canada.

Merritt Accommodations Convenience Store

Convenience store has a bit of everything.

The check in clerk is super friendly and makes you feel so welcome. She checks you in, answers all the questions you have about the area, and points you in the direction of the little onsite store.  This is an added convenience, and if you are like me, you have forgotten at least one item at home. 

My Best Western Room

You open the door to your room and “oh my gosh”, it is even better than you imagined.  THOSE BEDS LOOKED LIKE BIG FLUFFY PILLOWS!  Anoop, the Merritt accommodation manager and his family actually spent years researching sleep systems to get perfection.

merritt accommodations bedroom

The beds looked like giant pillows.

Details Make A Difference

Everything is perfect, right down to the final detail of a nice little separate sink outside the bathroom. I don’t know about you but filling my coffee pot from the bathroom tap has always made me a bit uneasy. 

Merritt Accommodations Best Western Amenities

 When I am away from home I want better than home. I want to feel like I am away from my daily duties, all the normal stress and I want to feel like I am being catered to.  Spending hours in the pool, dipping once in a while into the hot tub, and then going back to the room to watch great TV channels and chill was perfect. There is also a fully furnished exercise room complete with many machines to keep your exercise routine in place while you are away.

Pool Hot Tub

Time to relax in the pool and hot tub.

Business Centre

It was exciting to see a nice size private business area complete with laptops right on the first floor. I could sneak away and do a few minutes catch up on business, ( don’t tell anyone). Down the hall from the breakfast area and table seating are some beautiful conference rooms complete with audio visual equipment.

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Conference Business Room Best Western Merritt BC

Hotel Breakfast is Served at the Best Western

Fresh Fruit, cereal with real milk, hot sausages, bacon and eggs, toast and bagels.  AND MORE all waiting for you to get a super start to your day of adventure and playing in the Nicola Valley. One of the special touches that I took notice of was the real plates and silverware. So much nicer than plastic and paper. Top class!

hotel breakfast bar

A full hot breakfast to start your day.

” Full hot breakfast was the perfect way to start my day, the crisp ocean coloured hot tub was the perfect way to end my day”

Location of this Best Western Merritt Accommodation

Everything about the location of the Best Western Hotel in Merritt BC, Canada is perfect. The Merritt hotel is located right across the street from Boston Pizza , Denny’s Restaurant , Burger King, gas bar and a convenience store.

One must also take some time to explore our Merritt Downtown. So much to see. Park on Quilchena Avenue and explore our stores on foot. This way one can enjoy the 75+ hand prints of country music stars on the self guided walking tour we call the Walk Of Stars, as well as, download one of our Merritt Mural QR Codes and access videos, photos and stories of your favorite country music star. 

Family Owned and Operated Merritt Hotel

Anoop Sekhon and his wife are the General Managers of the Best Western Plus Hotel in Merritt. Anoop was proud to tell me his family has been in the hospitality industry for most of his life, he actually started making beds when he was a young man.  His family also owns another hotel, the Ramada which is just down the road. From working in the trenches he has learned how to operate and manage a very successful business. Anoop understands the importance of quality staff and professional service in the hospitality industry. 

Saying Good Bye To My Merritt Hotel Accommodation

5 point ratings on Expedia and Trip Advisor are well earned. Also a participating hotel accommodation on ehCanadaTravel.com. The hotel accommodation staff, cleaning crew, maintenance crew and management of the Best Western Hotel in Merritt BC, Canada should be commended on making visitors to Merritt feel warm and welcome. The Best Western Hotel in Merritt BC, Canada is right off the Coquihalla Highway for easy access and also offers TESLA SUPERCHARGE STATIONS for electric vehicles.

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Where you STAY in Merritt is just as important as where you PLAY in Merritt.

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Places to Stay in Merritt BC – Ramada

Places to Stay in Merritt BC

Ramada Hotel

Grown to Suit Traveler’s Needs

When asked what makes staying at the Ramada Inn in Merritt special among places to stay in Merritt BC, hotel owner Gurpreet Sekhorn speaks from the perspective of growth. The hotel has grown to include everything the traveler looks for in places to stay in Merritt BC. “The construction of this hotel was a long time in the making. It literally took ten to fifteen years to get it to where it’s at today. We’re the original family that built it. We started with thirty rooms and no hot tub, no breakfast.”

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East wing and water slide

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Comfortable and sunny breakfast room

It’s Got It All!

The Ramada has certainly grown! Today there is a hot tub, indoor swimming pool, sauna, and a water-slide. In addition, guests will find spacious continental breakfast room, a meeting room, a mobile office, a fitness room, and a comfortable lounge area in the lobby.

Rooms have also been added. These include suites, kitchenettes, and honeymoon suites with private hot tubs. Gurpreet exclaims, “It’s got it all!”. 

We enjoyed our kitchenette, which was ideal for keeping snacks and beverages on hand. It was also very handy for the doggy bag from dinner at Nicola Sushi, which is just a short walk from the hotel.

 

Views–Inside and Out

While enjoying the swimming in the spacious pool area, one can enjoy the view outside and in. The mountain tops are visible through the large windows. The murals the decorate the walls and ceiling are a recurring theme throughout the hotel. They add a personal touch that is a pleasure to view. The fully equipped fitness room also affords a view of the mountains in the distance beyond the activity of the city. 

Murals complete the atmosphere

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our room was a few steps away from a viewing area that tantalizes the outdoor adventurer! The mountain vista promises all kinds of activity! Merritt’s many trails, lakes, rivers and variation in topography make for easy access to all your adventures. From rolling grasslands to rocky knolls among pine forest, the fishing, mountain biking, bird watching, kayaking, hiking, paddle-boarding, and much more are great fun! Looking for gear rentals? The local bike shop, Breathe Bikes has mountain bikes, stand up paddle-boards, kayaks, snow shoes and x-country skis.

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Patio View

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Spacious rooms

All of these additions are the measured result of the family’s long history in the business. Observing the existing places to stay in Merritt, BC, the tourism and types of people stopping in Merritt, these hoteliers added to the property to accommodate the needs of their guests.

 

What do Guests Look For in Merritt?

When asked what information guests most often request, Gurpreet says that his guests are often stopping over in Merritt, and are in need of the local businesses. He and his staff are able to provide options for places to eat and stocking up on supplies. Merritt has everything for the weary traveler. Other than those types of essentials, Gurpreet notes that the outdoors are a big attraction. Of course, I couldn’t agree more! He comments that this is what brings people to Merritt to stay for extended periods. 

Appeal of Places to Stay in Merritt BC

Gurpreet was born and raised in Merritt. He loves the small town appeal that Merritt provides for himself and his family. He has lived in California, but found himself drawn back to his hometown. Considering all that a place like California has to offer, Gurpreet’s example shows Merritt’s character as the hidden gem that most of its residents believe it to be.

Incredible Staff

Aside from the bricks and mortar amenities that the Ramada has to offer, Gurpreet praises his staff for making the Ramada what it is. He says the staff are incredible and have taken the success of their hotel to heart.

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