Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kelowna travel guide

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With a population of 125,109, Kelowna is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kelowna to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Kelowna

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Kelowna (1825 Underhill St) and JOEY Kelowna (2475 Highway 97 N, Suite 300) are great picks.

When to visit Kelowna

Kelowna in November
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kelowna in November
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kelowna in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as -6 °C, with an average temperature of -3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 46 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kelowna, with an average rainfall of 19 mm.

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How to Get to Kelowna

Plane

When flying to Kelowna, you’ll arrive at Kelowna (YLW), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kelowna is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 168 miles from Kelowna. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Europcar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kelowna using Ebus or Rider Express. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Kelowna takes 300 miles and will cost you around $88. From Vancouver, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 325 miles. The most popular bus station is Kelowna Downtown, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of Kelowna. Kelowna West Kelowna is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Kelowna, you’ll arrive at Kelowna (YLW), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kelowna is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 168 miles from Kelowna. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Europcar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kelowna using Ebus or Rider Express. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Kelowna takes 300 miles and will cost you around $88. From Vancouver, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 325 miles. The most popular bus station is Kelowna Downtown, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of Kelowna. Kelowna West Kelowna is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Kelowna

YLWKelowna
YYFPenticton
YKAKamloops

Airlines serving Kelowna

Lufthansa
Good (7,072 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,344 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,947 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,451 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,731 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,571 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,343 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,052 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,279 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,294 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (865 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,073 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,473 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,437 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (866 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air China
Good (92 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,699 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (861 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kelowna

Average rates range from around $382 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $274 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kelowna - East and Lake Country Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kelowna

Most booked hotels in Kelowna

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Comfort Suites Kelowna
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$161+
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Coast Capri Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$191+
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Best Western Plus Kelowna Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$204+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Kelowna
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$139+
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Sandman Hotel & Suites Kelowna
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
$155+
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Hiring a car in Kelowna

Driving Force, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Kelowna is the Hertz branch at 5533 Airport Way, which is 7 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.98 per litre in Kelowna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.66 and $31.54. Standard (Toyota 4Runner or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kelowna, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Driving Force, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Kelowna is the Hertz branch at 5533 Airport Way, which is 7 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.98 per litre in Kelowna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.66 and $31.54. Standard (Toyota 4Runner or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kelowna, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Kelowna

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Budget

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Hertz

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