The Chameleon Hotel, in a snowy paradise, offers continental breakfast and ski-in/ski-out access with slope views. Enjoy free newspapers in the library or explore on rental bikes. High-speed WiFi, express check-out, and multilingual staff ensure a smooth stay.
Castlegar is home to Chameleon Hotel. CPR Station Museum and Castle Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Castlegar Golf Club and Trail-Rossland Country Club. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snow tubing. Visit our Castlegar travel guide
330 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC, V1N1G5
What's nearby
CPR Station Museum
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Stephenville Square
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Spirit Square
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Castlegar Museum
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Castlegar City Hall
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Getting around
Castlegar, BC (YCG)
7 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons
2 min drive
grateful table
1 min walk
McDonald's
4 min drive
Thirsty Duck
10 min drive
Lions Head Pub
3 min drive
About this property
Chameleon Hotel
Property highlights
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library at Chameleon Hotel. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Bike rentals, an electric car charging station, and express check-out
Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Heating and portable fans
Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs
32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
Eco-friendly cleaning products, ovens, and coffee/tea makers
Free continental breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Library
Ski storage
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
More
1 building
3 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
Pay movies
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Oven
More
Air conditioning
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Portable fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: CAD 20.00
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: CAD 150 per night
Breakage deposit: CAD 150.00 per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Late check-out fee: CAD 20.00
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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Property is also known as
Chameleon Castlegar
Chameleon Hotel
Chameleon Hotel Castlegar
Hotel Chameleon
Chameleon Hotel Hotel
Chameleon Hotel Castlegar
Chameleon Hotel Hotel Castlegar
Frequently asked questions
Is Chameleon Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Chameleon Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Chameleon Hotel?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for CAD 20.00.
Where is Chameleon Hotel located?
Situated in Castlegar, this hotel is steps from Stephenville Square, Columbia River, and Spirit Square. CPR Station Museum and Castlegar Museum are just steps away.
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Reviews
Chameleon Hotel Reviews
7.2
Good
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I did not know what to expect when I booked this Hotel. But upon my arrival I felt like I had done the right thing. The check in was so perfect. I was made to feel so welcome. The room was amazing with a stunning view. I loved walking around the area trying to decide what to eat. I had only passed through Castlegar once in the past, and this was my first overnight stay, but after being there I have already started making plans for my return, and the next time I will definately be staying longer.
Jeremy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Peter
2023/8/6
Liked: Staff & service
Owners were helpful in identifying restaurants, attractions & local conditions.
It is an older place, however it has all the amenities. The owner/host was delightful and works really hard to maintain the building, keep it clean and offer accommodations to travellers. Overall, the great customer service and wonderful people made me return. She was very accommodating - i arrived very early and she ensured I would be able to get in fast. Really lovely.
Cory
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
mitch
2025/9/22
Liked: Room comfort
It’s a case of you get what you pay for. It’s an older property and definitely showing its’ age. We loved the area and the downtown is trying to make a revival. The sculpture walk was fun and the museum was great. It was relatively clean, it had working AC, the shower/water pressure was good, the bed was fine and everything worked and we had a self serve continental breakfast. The property definitely has some quirks but we liked it. It has the potential to be a wonderful rejuvenated property. I hope it can get there!
Extremely kind and approachable staff. Comfortable beds. Very good value for the price. Only nitpick is that the water pressure in the shower was rather weak
Charming little hotel in the heart of Castlegar. The owner greeted me and got me checked in. She was very nice and personable. She offered me croissants and other baked goods for breakfast. I wish I had spent more than one night.
Antony
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Roberta
2024/9/7
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice Folks, quiet Stay but needs major Reno.
The people who worked there were lovely and helpful the the hotel needs to be updated and hopefully they will do so as they can afford to but the actual room was clean and tidy and the the mattress was comfortable. And it was $40 a night cheaper than anything else. The hotel was in the old downtown core of Castlegar and had several good restaurants and a pharmacy almost next door. Even though it was “downtown” it was really quite quiet. I would stay again.
It was a weird experience, in general but it was very quiet and really clean is spite of the age of everything! It was pretty cool overall tho, and the staff was quite nice as well!
It is worth calling the hotel directly, this is a small town and staffing hours are very thin as hotel employees juggle other jobs. However, they are super welcoming and made our check-in incredibly smooth, even at 11pm. Continental, serve-yourself breakfast was included near the front desk, where the coffee maker is located (not in the room). Downsides were the mattress (soft, I like firm), poor sound proofing I suspect, creaky floors- the building is very old. The latter could be a plus. Very fresh smell, silky sheets, newly renovated room, mini fridge for less than $100/night. So happy I chose it. Next time I would book with the hotel directly, I think the price is the same.