Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited, and no reservation is required.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of CAD 35 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but it is recommended to contact the property in advance.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer?

The property has limited wheelchair-accessible facilities, including designated areas. Step-free entrances and elevators are available for guests with disabilities.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key attractions?

The hotel is located in Fernie, within a 5-minute walk of Fernie Alpine Resort and Deer Chair Ski Lift. Other nearby attractions include Mighty Moose Platter Ski Lift (0.1 mi) and Timber Bowl Express Ski Lift (0.3 mi).

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children 14 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Fernie Slopeside Lodge

What guests think

At Fernie Slopeside Lodge, travellers consistently praise the true ski in, ski out location and budget friendly rates, while noting the property is older, rooms feel dated with firm beds and flat pillows, and amenities are fairly basic.

Many mention friendly, helpful front desk staff, though limited desk hours, strict refund policies, and late check-in/early checkout can be frustrating. Cleanliness feedback is mixed, ranging from clean rooms to stained carpets, musty odours, and occasional mould or maintenance issues in bathrooms and hallways. A practical pick for budget-minded ski trips.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic: convenient parking and a simple games/social area with pool or shuffle tables, but there is no hot tub and multiple reviews note no ice machine; ski storage is limited or ad hoc.

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10

Sarka

6 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Check in staff was very friendly and helpful answering all our questions, room was clean and spacious, location was super amazing and close to the slopes and very convenient parking just in front of the building. Would definitely stay again

6

Thompson

24 Sept 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

It’s a ski lodge. Very well dated and used. Good scenery of the dry ski hills and lifts. The worst part of the whole experience was being in a hotel, in the middle of summer and they don’t have ice machine.

6

Rose

5 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The beds were very hard. No ice machine in the whoe building. Garbage behind the desk that was left from the previous group. Could really use some upgrading. We had to store our skis in our room.

10

Christopher

6 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Ski right to the front door, guest ski racks in lobby. Big rooms & bathrooms. Pleasant helpful staff.

6

Tom

16 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,372 nights

How can there be no hot tub? No ice machine? No ski storage? 5pm check in is really weird too, why not 2 pm like so many resorts? Checkout should be 11, not 10. That also is weird, ha. Puke stains in the hallways everywhere. We also left behind some airpods and a glass container of milk, hopefully we get those back, please. The one beer and soda left were done so on purpose, enjoy. Staff were pleasant.

8

Elaine

27 Mar 2024

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Stayed 9 nights

Great location I stayed 9 nights. Room was not cleaned once when I was there. Had to empty my bin also ask for more coffee. Would benefit from having hot tub, steam room. Used the aquatic centre in town. Great location and friendly staff.

10

kevin

10 Mar 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Location to lifts is fantastic, a hot tub would make it even better.

10

Sean

15 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was a Clean comfortable stay.Nice big T.V room Shuffle table Pool table Unique Place.

10

Simon

20 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great front desk service free bus downtown is awesome great parking you can’t go wrong!

10

Angela

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We love the ski in ski out! And my kids like having the pool table to play on!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent. Several guests reported stained carpets or furniture, musty or smoky smells, and mould or wear in bathrooms and hallways, while others found rooms clean.

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raylan

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

very nice hotel, clean,

6

Tom

16 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,372 nights

How can there be no hot tub? No ice machine? No ski storage? 5pm check in is really weird too, why not 2 pm like so many resorts? Checkout should be 11, not 10. That also is weird, ha. Puke stains in the hallways everywhere. We also left behind some airpods and a glass container of milk, hopefully we get those back, please. The one beer and soda left were done so on purpose, enjoy. Staff were pleasant.

10

Glenda

4 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and plenty of parking. Clean hotel. Dated in style but function of everything worked. Had everything we needed and the craziest part the TOWELS were so soft! Bed was firm but clean , would stay again!

6

Riley

20 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Bathrooms in rough shape, ours had mold and rot. Hot tub was not working, which was the reason we chose this hotel. Breakfast was toast and yogurt. Room was clean and mostly updated. Not a bad option for a cheap, short stay

2

Michael

25 Feb 2023

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This property has easy access to the base of the Fernie slopes with a short walk. The property is in very poor condition. There are multiple stains on the hall floors that look like vomit stains. The beds are old and pillows are yellow/lumpy/thin. Towels are tattered and thin. The tub/shower is stained and the caulking is mouldy. We wore sandals in the room. RCR - the owner of Fernie, needs to step up. We also went to a non RCR ski hill this trip and the on hill budget accommodation was wonderful.

6

Jalyn

30 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms are not clean. In fact, they’re quite dirty and it made the stay feel unsanitary

8

Brian

14 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Bathroom & shower require an update. Broken tiles & rusted tub. Dysfunctional curtain rod & missing electrical outlet cover.

4

Tyler

15 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

For a non-smoking facility, the room smelled of smoke. The bed linens are more ivory than white. The mattresses are very firm without any pillow topper so you can feel the springs. The window/AC unit is very drafty so sitting at the table you will have cold feet. The walls between rooms are not well insulated if at all. You will hear your neighbour turn on the shower as the water sound through the pipes will shatter your sleep. The bathroom is typical of hotels that have maintenance done by DIY amateurs. However, the toilet has incredible flush power. If your intention is to be right on the hill for easy access skiing, I would recommend staying at a more comfortable hotel in town and taking the free shuttle or driving the 10 minutes to park for free. It is worth the extra hassle.

6

Veronique

10 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk staff was very accommodating and kind to us. I would say this is the strong point of the place, as the hotel could use a bit more care. The room was okay but nothing special, as the carpet was stained in several places, and the same for the towels and sheets, with several spots of mold in the bathroom. The location is good and the atmosphere is relaxing.

2

Diane

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was dirty. The carpet and chairs are stained. The drapes are hanging and cant be closed. The bathroom shower curtain was filthy. The sheets are so old they are rough for fabric pilling. The air conditioner did not work and the bed was like a rock. This is more like a workcamp than a resort

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Rooms

Rooms are dated with worn furnishings, very firm mattresses and flat pillows, and occasional noise or drafts; they are often spacious, with some offering mountain views.

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Jacob

15 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall a good property! Could use a few modernization upgrades. Would stay again.

6

Christopher

30 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Beds are quite hard.

10

Sarka

6 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Check in staff was very friendly and helpful answering all our questions, room was clean and spacious, location was super amazing and close to the slopes and very convenient parking just in front of the building. Would definitely stay again

6

Rose

5 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The beds were very hard. No ice machine in the whoe building. Garbage behind the desk that was left from the previous group. Could really use some upgrading. We had to store our skis in our room.

10

Rhys

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location ski in property right on the hill, nice clean large room. Great spot unbeatable location

8

Danielle

22 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved being right on the ski hill! Our room was clean but very outdated and furniture etc. were in poor repair!

8

Edwin

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Steps from the lifts and village. Great price when compared to other on hill accommodation. Friendly front desk staff. Rooms could use some updating and new furniture.

6

Steven

24 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location of this property for access to the hill is fantastic. Just long, long overdue for some TLC, renovations and bedding upgrades. Not great value for the condition.

4

Tyler

15 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

For a non-smoking facility, the room smelled of smoke. The bed linens are more ivory than white. The mattresses are very firm without any pillow topper so you can feel the springs. The window/AC unit is very drafty so sitting at the table you will have cold feet. The walls between rooms are not well insulated if at all. You will hear your neighbour turn on the shower as the water sound through the pipes will shatter your sleep. The bathroom is typical of hotels that have maintenance done by DIY amateurs. However, the toilet has incredible flush power. If your intention is to be right on the hill for easy access skiing, I would recommend staying at a more comfortable hotel in town and taking the free shuttle or driving the 10 minutes to park for free. It is worth the extra hassle.

6

ed

23 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The beds were very uncomfortable like sleeping on an RV mattress. No maid service while staying multiple days. No ice machines on site. The hostess was very pleasant and location was excellent.

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Service

Service is generally friendly and helpful at the front desk, but limited desk hours, late 5 pm check-in/early 10 am checkout, and strict cancellation or refund policies frustrated several guests.

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Sarka

6 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Check in staff was very friendly and helpful answering all our questions, room was clean and spacious, location was super amazing and close to the slopes and very convenient parking just in front of the building. Would definitely stay again

10

Kevin

20 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service! It’s certainly the budget option, but in comparison to other budget options, this one was great. Clean rooms with massive TV’s, social and common areas with a pool table, this place had everything we needed. Staff at check in were phenomenal and able to assist with everything.

4

Michele

26 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property is old and tired. Old furnitures, terrible lighting, stains on carpet and chairs. Check in is too late; 5pm. Check out is too early; 10am.

10

Christopher

6 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Ski right to the front door, guest ski racks in lobby. Big rooms & bathrooms. Pleasant helpful staff.

10

Sam

19 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nathan and Charlotte were fantastic folk who treated us really well!!!

10

normand

4 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Family with dog. Very convenient, room was large enough to accommodate a large dog with dog bed. Staff friendly and helpful. Overall good experience.

6

Jairo

11 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No staff at check-in (we arrived late) I’m glad I call in advance as they never sent the self check-in instructions ahead. In the morning we got a very rude housekeeping crew knocking violently in our door more than 30 minutes before check-out. No apologies given or and no one from management in the front desk. POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Location is great, too bad. Not using them again.

10

Jason

24 Feb 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Slope Side Lodge has been our lodging at Fernie Alpine Resort for a few years now. Very comfortable and clean. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Will be staying there for many more years to come!

8

Ricardo

28 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Ideal location, friendly staff. I showed up way before check in, Madison mentioned a room might be available earlier. She then phones me to let me know my room was ready. Really nice of her.

4

Christopher

28 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This place shouldn’t be considered a hotel or a lodge. It should be considered a hostel or even worse a dormitory. The front desk is open limited hours and even less than the hours stated on their multiple messages they keep sending Expedia. The rooms albeit was clean in terms of sheets pillows and bath towels. The good part is the shower is good but drainage is another story. The fridge was decent. Now for the bad, paper thin walls, uncomfortable beds where you can feel the spring coils and lumpy pillows, floor was dirty. The list could go on forever. Probably never will come back again. The amount of noise from drunken or high kids in the halls were unreal. No point to contact the front desk as there was no one there after 6 and no one even in the morning either.

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Location

Outstanding slopeside location with true ski in, ski out access to the lifts; a quiet setting and a free bus to town are mentioned.

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10

Sarka

6 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Check in staff was very friendly and helpful answering all our questions, room was clean and spacious, location was super amazing and close to the slopes and very convenient parking just in front of the building. Would definitely stay again

10

brad

13 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

close to lifts and great price

10

Rhys

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location ski in property right on the hill, nice clean large room. Great spot unbeatable location

8

Christopher

19 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay if you want to be on the hill at the lifts for a decent price.

8

Daniel

16 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,372 nights

Old hotel but very clean and convenient and not expensive. Perfect location walking distance from the ski lifts

10

Jeff

26 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Short walk to the lift lines!

10

Mark

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Just for hill accommodation the price is incredible. The stop was really friendly. Yes it’s an older building but after skiing if you’re just looking for a comfy bed to sleep in and to wake up and to literally walk 100 m to the lift, this is the place.

10

kevin

10 Mar 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Location to lifts is fantastic, a hot tub would make it even better.

10

John

1 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a cheat code, staying that close to the mountain

10

Salman

11 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent hotel minutes from the Ski Hill

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Dining

On-mountain evening dining options are limited, and some travellers go into town for meals. A basic breakfast was mentioned in one review.

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Riley

20 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Bathrooms in rough shape, ours had mold and rot. Hot tub was not working, which was the reason we chose this hotel. Breakfast was toast and yogurt. Room was clean and mostly updated. Not a bad option for a cheap, short stay

8

Chad

26 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The front desk staff was awesome. She was super friendly and helpful. The room was dated but clean and comfortable. Not a hotel issue, but was quite surprised to see that most of the restaurants on the hill were closed by 5pm. There were many great options for food in town.

10

Timothy

28 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is on the mountain so there are limited dining options in the evening. Other than that, it was great.

8

Francois

11 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Pour un court séjour avec le seul objectif de profiter de la montagne, cet hôtel Situé à la base de la montagne, c’est vraiment parfait. La chambre a un frigo et micro-onde. Avec une petite épicerie la veille, il y a moyen de séjourné à petit frais. Le personnel était très sympathique. L’établissement n’est pas en tres bonne état. Les tapis sont abîmé mais en fonction du prix c’est très comprenable. Pour un plus long séjour ou pour ce gâter, je ne recommande pas

10

Simon

20 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great front desk service free bus downtown is awesome great parking you can’t go wrong!

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Fernie Slopeside Lodge

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Standard Room, Two Double Beds

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