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

Penticton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Penticton

With a population of 37,721, Penticton 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 Penticton has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Penticton

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Where to Eat in Penticton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hillside Winery & Bistro (1350 Naramata Road) and Kin & Folk Restaurant (557 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Penticton

Penticton in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penticton in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Penticton in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °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 Penticton, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Penticton

Plane

When flying to Penticton, you’ll arrive at Penticton (YYF), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest flight to Penticton from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 24h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Penticton is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 160 miles from Penticton. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Plane

When flying to Penticton, you’ll arrive at Penticton (YYF), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest flight to Penticton from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 24h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Penticton is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 160 miles from Penticton. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Airports near Penticton

YLWKelowna
YYFPenticton
YKAKamloops

Airlines serving Penticton

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,840 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,276 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,892 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,708 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,202 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,008 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (198 reviews)
Air China
Good (141 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,119 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,202 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,728 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,916 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,568 reviews)
China Southern
Good (142 reviews)
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Where to stay in Penticton

Average rates range from around $115 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $431 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Inn at Penticton and Sahara Courtyard Inn Penticton. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Penticton, with prices from $26 to $373 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Penticton are about 211% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Penticton by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Penticton

Most booked hotels in Penticton

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Wesbert Winery & Guest Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 232 reviews)
$162+
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Balcomo, a Ramada by Wyndham
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 890 reviews)
$116+
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Penticton
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 422 reviews)
$121+
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Four Points by Sheraton Penticton at the Convention Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 41 reviews)
$116+
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Holiday Beach Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 143 reviews)
$174+
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Penticton Lakeside Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8, 617 reviews)
$155+
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Renting a car in Penticton

Renting a car in Penticton costs $60 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Penticton.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Penticton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Penticton is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Penticton costs $60 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Penticton.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Penticton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Penticton is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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