Situated between the Purcells and Rocky Mountains of British Columbia – at the heart of half a dozen National Parks – Golden is a mountaineering paradise where guiding has been an important profession for over a century.

Outdoor enthusiasts from all over the world flock to the area for the skiing, hiking, climbing, whitewater paddling, paragliding and wildlife viewing.

In 2000, the region became home to the Canadian Rockies' newest ski resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort . With the second-highest vertical drop in Canada, and world class mountain biking in the summer, it is well worth a visit.

History of Golden

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Places to Stay
Places to Eat
Retail and Rental Services

Recommended Places to Stay in Golden

To assist you in planning your vacation, we’ve partnered with home, an upscale B&B just outside of Golden (www.homeinkickinghorse.com; 250-344-7860). Enjoy the luxury of a top hotel without the pretension or the price.  

home will also transport you to 180 Mountain Sports to pick up any equipment rentals you might have, and will deliver you to the Canadian Helicopters hangar for your flight to the Lodge.

In Town Accommodation

Country Comfort B & B
250-344-6200
countrycomfort@redshift.bc.ca
Modern and comfortable B & B, downtown convenience, within walking distance of all services.

Ambler House B & B (formerly H. G. Parson House B & B)
866-333-5001
www.amblerhouse.com
A beautiful 1890’s heritage house within walking distance of downtown services.

Best Western Mountainview Inn
250-344-2333
For those that prefer a traditional hotel, this one is located a block off the Trans Canada Highway, and is one of the quieter and better appointed options.

Local Rural Accommodation

(Be sure to make any required in-house meal reservations in advance.)
Hillside Lodge
250-344 –7281
www.mistaya.com/hillside/
A lovely lodge and cabins overlooking the Blaeberry River Valley, just off the Trans Canada Highway 10 minutes west of Golden. Quiet and secluded.

Alpine Meadows Lodge
888-700-4477
www.alpinemeadowslodge.com
Purpose built guest lodge in rural setting across the river, a few minutes from downtown Golden.

Goldenwood Lodge
250-344-7685
www.goldenwoodlodge.com
A bit more remote but worth the drive into the scenic Blaeberry River Valley. Another lovely lodge and cabins a few minutes north of the Trans Canada Highway. Very tranquil location 20 minutes northwest of Golden.

Kicking Horse Canyon Bed & Breakfast
250-344-6848
www.kickinghorsecanyonbb.com
Owned and operated by our friends, Jerry and Jean Cook, this new B & B is a few minutes drive east of Golden, and has had rave reviews from many of our guests.

Wells Landing Bed & Breakfast
1-877-912-9022
A spacious log home on the banks of the Columbia River, a scenic ½ hour drive south of Golden. Breathtaking views of the wetlands!

Kapristo Lodge
250-344-6048
www.kapristolodge.com
A lovely and secluded European Style Inn overlooking the Columbia River Valley 10 minutes south of Golden on Highway 95.

For more detailed information about where to stay in Golden, visit Tourism Golden.

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Recommended Places to Eat

Eleven22
250-344-2443
www.eleven22.ca
Best described as “world fusion cuisine” – lots of inventive dishes, reasonably priced. Downtown Golden.

Kicking Horse Grill
250-344-2330
www.thekickinghorsegrill.ca
Delicious “international” cuisine, including numerous vegetarian options. Downtown Golden.

Cedar House Café
250-344-4679
www.cedarhousecafe.com
Excellent food, casual fine dining. 5 minutes south of town.

Jita’s Café
250-344-3660
Great lunch spot, and the owner’s mother prepares a fabulous Indian dinner every Friday night. Downtown Golden.

For more detailed information about where to eat in Golden, visit Tourism Golden.

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Retail/Rental Services

Outdoor/Sports
180 Mountain Sports Store
250-344-4699
424 9th Avenue North
Good selection of outdoor gear, and a good place to rent backcountry equipment.

Mountain Equipment Coop
www.mec.ca
Huge selection of outdoor gear and rental options. Located in Calgary or Vancouver.

Groceries
Overwaitea Foods
250-344-5315
1020 10th Avenue South, Golden

IGA
250-344-2361
624 9th Avenue North, Golden

Columbia Valley Natural Health Center
250-344-4700
503 9th Avenue North, Golden
Good selection of natural products and foods

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