Name: Kootenay Wild Guest Suites
Address: 230 Mountainview Drive, Nelson, Canada, Nelson, British Columbia, CA
Rating: 9.5

What guests think

Kootenay Wild Guest Suites earns consistent praise for its sweeping lake and mountain views, peaceful atmosphere, spotless and spacious suites, and warm, attentive hosts who provide thoughtful touches and helpful local tips for a relaxing, comfortable stay.

Guests highlight the scenic setting between Nelson and Ainsworth Hot Springs, with easy drives to town, the ferry, and regional hikes. Families appreciate the tidy grounds and on-site pickleball, basketball, and badminton courts. A refined retreat and a reliable base for day trips.

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Facilities

Well-kept grounds and on-site sports courts (pickleball, basketball, badminton) are frequently praised and popular with families.

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Glenn

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a very lovely place - spacious, clean and comfortable. We also enjoyed the outside sports area where one could either play pickleball, badminton or throw a basketball!

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Rhonda

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This was an unexpected treat especially for the cost per night! The grounds were impeccable!

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Teandra

Apr 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property was clean, the staff (owner) was super friendly, and there was stuff to do for little kids. The room we stayed in was immaculately clean and we were also welcomed with little chocolates. We had everything we needed and it was very quiet.

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sharon

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The property was beautiful. There was a pickle ball court and basketball. The property was perfectly manicured with lots of beautiful vegetation. I'm a walker so walked the hills in the neighborhood daily. Lots of peace and serenity there. I would go back again. Sharon Wold

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Kevin

Feb 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

What a gem. Absolutely beautiful facilities surrounded by natures beauty.

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Deanna

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

What a fabulous property! The owners are so friendly. The pickle ball and basketball court are awesome for kids after a long car ride. Our room was very spacious and comfortable!

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Thijs

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had an amazing stay in Nelson! The house was spotless, cozy, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The view was absolutely incredible — waking up to the mountains and lake each morning was unreal. It was peaceful, private, and just a short drive to town. We couldn’t have asked for a better spot — highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!

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Rob

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We both enjoyed our stay, beautiful facility , beautiful view , very relaxing...

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Kelly

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The home is beautiful with each suet having a view of Kootenai Lake. We enjoyed sitting on the little patio overlooking the mountains and the lake and breathing the fresh air. The suet was very well appointed with gorgeous floors, lighting, fireplace, luxurious bedding.

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Tina

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property itself is stunning with an incredible view of the lake. The hosts are some of the most hospitable that I’ve ever met. If you love sports like basketball, badminton or pickleball this is your place!

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe the suites and property as spotless and immaculately maintained.

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Helen

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If you like quiet and relax stay, this is the right place to stay. The room is so clean and nice, washroom is so so big.

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Glenn

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a very lovely place - spacious, clean and comfortable. We also enjoyed the outside sports area where one could either play pickleball, badminton or throw a basketball!

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Teandra

Apr 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property was clean, the staff (owner) was super friendly, and there was stuff to do for little kids. The room we stayed in was immaculately clean and we were also welcomed with little chocolates. We had everything we needed and it was very quiet.

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sabine

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Es war alles perfect.Das Zimmer war riesig, sauber, sehr schön eingerichtet, es war alles da, was man braucht und noch viel mehr, die Aussicht war unschlagbar..was soll ich sagen, Wir kommen wieder :)

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Noralyn

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our family had a great time staying in this property. Spacious, clean and beautiful location. Definitely coming back again.

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Rob

Feb 24, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was spotless, the view was fabulous and our hostess was kind and helpful with our questions. It was quiet and peaceful as well. We had everything we needed!

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Ruby

Jun 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was quiet and very clean

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Thijs

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had an amazing stay in Nelson! The house was spotless, cozy, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The view was absolutely incredible — waking up to the mountains and lake each morning was unreal. It was peaceful, private, and just a short drive to town. We couldn’t have asked for a better spot — highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!

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Wendy

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing suite. Had everything we needed for our trip! So clean and very elegant. I recommend it for a couples get away!

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Soini

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The host was very friendly and the property is immaculate❤️

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and beautifully presented, with many noting impressive lake and mountain views.

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Helen

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If you like quiet and relax stay, this is the right place to stay. The room is so clean and nice, washroom is so so big.

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Lauren

Mar 14, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms were comfortable and amazing. Hotel was close to all locations and quiet and serene. Beautiful home!

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sabine

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Es war alles perfect.Das Zimmer war riesig, sauber, sehr schön eingerichtet, es war alles da, was man braucht und noch viel mehr, die Aussicht war unschlagbar..was soll ich sagen, Wir kommen wieder :)

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Timothy

Jan 16, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Just like being in your own home…only MUCH, MUCH NICER! Quiet, BEAUTIFUL location, beautiful room, about halfway between Nelson and Ainsworth Hot Springs. In all our travels, this is one of the best places we have ever stayed. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

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Rita

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable and roomy. Lovely view. Only downside is about half an hour from Nelson and no restaurants closer than that. But thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

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Noralyn

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our family had a great time staying in this property. Spacious, clean and beautiful location. Definitely coming back again.

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Deanna

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

What a fabulous property! The owners are so friendly. The pickle ball and basketball court are awesome for kids after a long car ride. Our room was very spacious and comfortable!

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Ron

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was everything we had thought it would be and a very impressive suite.

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Wendy

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing suite. Had everything we needed for our trip! So clean and very elegant. I recommend it for a couples get away!

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Darrin

Mar 13, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful room. Love the view. Let me do a later checkout due to time change

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Service

Hosts are widely praised as warm, friendly, and helpful, offering local tips and accommodating requests like late checkout.

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Andrew

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Incredible stay; we'll certainly be back. Richard was a wonder host.

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Teandra

Apr 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property was clean, the staff (owner) was super friendly, and there was stuff to do for little kids. The room we stayed in was immaculately clean and we were also welcomed with little chocolates. We had everything we needed and it was very quiet.

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Derek

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Visited earlier in the year. Went to nearby hikes at the lake but during the time we stayed, and visited the hot springs. The hosts were great and attended our needs. Hosts recommended sites and nearby eateries, including showing us the up and coming services to be provided in the future. Had a very nice and pleasant quiet stay, as the suite was nice and large. When we get more time, would love to come back.

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Dayna

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The house / suite was beautiful. The owner was very nice. Would highly recommend this place.

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Matt

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property boasts breathtaking views of Kootenai Lake. The host was thoughtful and helpful giving us much needed information to make our stay perfect. The property is within 15 minutes to Ainsworth Hot Springs. Great amenities such as real cream for the coffee and quality assortments of shower products. We will definitely be back.

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Grant

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is beautiful. The hosts are very nice. It’s about a half hour drive to Nelson, but on the bright side, we were also only about 20 mins from Ainsworth Hot Springs in the other direction.

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Rob

Feb 24, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was spotless, the view was fabulous and our hostess was kind and helpful with our questions. It was quiet and peaceful as well. We had everything we needed!

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Nicole

Aug 7, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The owners were great!

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Tina

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property itself is stunning with an incredible view of the lake. The hosts are some of the most hospitable that I’ve ever met. If you love sports like basketball, badminton or pickleball this is your place!

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Darrin

Mar 13, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful room. Love the view. Let me do a later checkout due to time change

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Location

Scenic lakeside setting between Nelson and Ainsworth Hot Springs, with easy drives to town, ferry, and area activities. Some note it’s a drive to Nelson.

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Lauren

Mar 14, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms were comfortable and amazing. Hotel was close to all locations and quiet and serene. Beautiful home!

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Caleb

Mar 16, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay loved the view and peacefulness

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Matt

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property boasts breathtaking views of Kootenai Lake. The host was thoughtful and helpful giving us much needed information to make our stay perfect. The property is within 15 minutes to Ainsworth Hot Springs. Great amenities such as real cream for the coffee and quality assortments of shower products. We will definitely be back.

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Timothy

Jan 16, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Just like being in your own home…only MUCH, MUCH NICER! Quiet, BEAUTIFUL location, beautiful room, about halfway between Nelson and Ainsworth Hot Springs. In all our travels, this is one of the best places we have ever stayed. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

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Rita

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable and roomy. Lovely view. Only downside is about half an hour from Nelson and no restaurants closer than that. But thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

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Leanne

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a beautiful place with lots to do in the area.

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Grant

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is beautiful. The hosts are very nice. It’s about a half hour drive to Nelson, but on the bright side, we were also only about 20 mins from Ainsworth Hot Springs in the other direction.

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Gordon

Apr 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A fantastic 'Home Base' for a Getaway Retreat... Close to the Balfour / Kootenay Bay Ferry Crossing... Hiking & Climbing, Golf, Water Sports a short drive away in all directions, as are Ainsworth Hot Springs, Kaslo, and Nelson / Balfour for terrific dining! You'll love it!

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Thijs

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had an amazing stay in Nelson! The house was spotless, cozy, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The view was absolutely incredible — waking up to the mountains and lake each morning was unreal. It was peaceful, private, and just a short drive to town. We couldn’t have asked for a better spot — highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!

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Barry

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The most perfect vacation retreat.This is our second stay and it didn’t disappoint.It is the only place to stay in the Nelson- Balfour area. Barry

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Dining

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Derek

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Visited earlier in the year. Went to nearby hikes at the lake but during the time we stayed, and visited the hot springs. The hosts were great and attended our needs. Hosts recommended sites and nearby eateries, including showing us the up and coming services to be provided in the future. Had a very nice and pleasant quiet stay, as the suite was nice and large. When we get more time, would love to come back.

10

Roger

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I mistakenly believed the property had cooking facilities. Beautiful and excellent otherwise.

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Matt

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property boasts breathtaking views of Kootenai Lake. The host was thoughtful and helpful giving us much needed information to make our stay perfect. The property is within 15 minutes to Ainsworth Hot Springs. Great amenities such as real cream for the coffee and quality assortments of shower products. We will definitely be back.

10

Rita

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable and roomy. Lovely view. Only downside is about half an hour from Nelson and no restaurants closer than that. But thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

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Gordon

Apr 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A fantastic 'Home Base' for a Getaway Retreat... Close to the Balfour / Kootenay Bay Ferry Crossing... Hiking & Climbing, Golf, Water Sports a short drive away in all directions, as are Ainsworth Hot Springs, Kaslo, and Nelson / Balfour for terrific dining! You'll love it!

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