Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Kelowna travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kelowna

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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kelowna has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Kelowna

If you’re looking for affordable options, Masa's Grill at The Harvest Golf Club (2725 K.L.O. Rd) and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Kelowna (1825 Underhill St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Milestones Grill + Bar - Kelowna (2121 Harvey Ave) and The Woods at Big White Ski Resort (5315 Big White Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kelowna.

When to visit Kelowna

Kelowna in November
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kelowna in November
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kelowna in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 1.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kelowna, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.

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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 center. The shortest flight to Kelowna from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 1h 17m.

Car

Another option to get to Kelowna is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 169 miles from Kelowna. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Vancouver.

Plane

When flying to Kelowna, you’ll arrive at Kelowna (YLW), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Kelowna from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 1h 17m.

Car

Another option to get to Kelowna is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 169 miles from Kelowna. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Vancouver.

Airports near Kelowna

YLWKelowna
YYFPenticton
YKAKamloops

Airlines serving Kelowna

Lufthansa
Good (8,137 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,119 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,006 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,471 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,993 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,420 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,659 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (228 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,474 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,956 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,877 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,271 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Air China
Good (157 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (1,011 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kelowna

Average rates range from around $193 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $183 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Siesta Suites and Hotel Zed Kelowna. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Kelowna, with prices from $30 to $1,187 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Kelowna are about 7% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kelowna

Most booked hotels in Kelowna

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott West Kelowna
3 stars
Excellent (9, 319 reviews)
$174+
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The Cove Lakeside Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 274 reviews)
$293+
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Comfort Suites Kelowna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1225 reviews)
$165+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kelowna - East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 676 reviews)
$171+
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites West Kelowna
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 158 reviews)
$143+
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Coast Capri Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1279 reviews)
$163+
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Renting a car in Kelowna

Renting a car in Kelowna costs $59 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Driving Force, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kelowna is the Hertz branch at 5533 Airport Way, which is 7 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Kelowna.

Expect to pay $5.00 per gallon in Kelowna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $59.96 and $79.95. The most frequently booked car type in Kelowna is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kelowna costs $59 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Driving Force, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kelowna is the Hertz branch at 5533 Airport Way, which is 7 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Kelowna.

Expect to pay $5.00 per gallon in Kelowna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $59.96 and $79.95. The most frequently booked car type in Kelowna is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Kelowna

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$36/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$38/day

Compact
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