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Empire Motel

2.0 star property
Relax by the seasonal pool with sun loungers or find quiet garden spots at this urban retreat, offering the perfect balance of access and tranquility.

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The Empire Motel offers a peaceful garden setting near downtown with free in-room WiFi and a seasonal pool. Kids enjoy a playground, while adults appreciate barbecue grills and attentive staff for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is RM257
RM298 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Individually furnished, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Individually furnished, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Individually furnished, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Individually furnished, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, Kitchenette (Semi)

Individually furnished, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, Kitchenette (Semi)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sleeper)

Individually furnished, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sleeper)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard room , 2-Double beds

Individually furnished, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard room , 2-Double beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Located in Penticton, Empire Motel is near the beach. Skaha Meadows Golf Course and Landmark Cinemas Penticton are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Penticton Community Centre and LocoLanding Adventure Park. Penticton Ikeda Japanese Garden and Penticton Rose Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Penticton travel guide
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3495 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton, BC, V2A 6G6

What's nearby

  • Skaha Lake showing a small town or village, landscape views and a lake or waterhole
    Skaha Lake
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Skaha Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views
    Skaha Beach
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Okanagan Beach featuring street scenes and general coastal views as well as a couple
    Okanagan Beach
    7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Ellis Creek Dog Park
    2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • South Okanagan Events Centre
    5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional)
    3 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    4 min drive
  • Barley Mill Pub
    2 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    16 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive

About this property

Empire Motel

Motel near Okanagan Lake
Empire Motel provides a playground and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of CAD 300 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September

Property is also known as

Empire Motel Penticton
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Empire Penticton
Empire Motel Motel
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Empire Motel Motel Penticton

Frequently asked questions

Does Empire Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Empire Motel?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empire Motel on 8 Mar 2026 start from RM257, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Empire Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Empire Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Empire Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Empire Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Empire Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Skaha Lake and Skaha Beach. Skaha Meadows Golf Course and Ellis Creek Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Empire Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 480 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 480 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 480 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 480 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 480 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was so clean and the owner was so kind and helpful! Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Estelle is wonderful and the rooms are always very clean!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hôtel

Great hôtel to stay at !! Big outdoor pool and a few bbq areas, near a couple of café and restaurants . The hôtel was clean and felt very safe . I’d go back again !!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, clean and staff are friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and easy check in and out Perfect location, clean rooms, will definitely be staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was comfortable. The rooms could use some decorative touches
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Usha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly staff, Estelle is very pleasant and check in/check out was very smooth. Walkable to Skaha Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very well maintained and very close to the beautiful beach. Owner is very involved and helped us with finding bike paths and dining options. The courtyard with a pool was very nice. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jameel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for the Penticton car show, there was enough parking for us, clean rooms and comfortable beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and easy walk to Skaha beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Estelle checked us in and was so friendly and helpful! It was a wonderful place to stay, very comfortable, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Myself and some girlfriends stayed at Empire Motel and were pleasantly surprised with how clean the rooms and the pool/bbq area were. It’s a 5 minute walk to the beach and in a great spot by Skaha. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional. Very well cared for property. Clean rooms. Quick walk to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very friendly staff, a very cute vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at this motel. Room is clean, my only complaint was the shower can be slippery, but that's why they provide the anti slip mat to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little motel. Great shared common area by the pool. I book my places by reviews and they didn’t disappoint on this place. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was very polite, room was clean area was clean. Overall good stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The outside picnic and barbecue area is big and wonderful. The whole place is very family oriented and quiet at night. Estelle, the owner, has a gift of hospitality and is so welcoming. The beach is only a couple of blocks away
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the cleanest motel that we have ever stayed at. Management is extremely helpful and always available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location close to beach. Nice pool area with grills. What we didnt like was that the maid service. They didnt make the bed, didnt leave clean coffee mugs...just straightened up bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
unique rooms, clean, great owners, well kept
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhinav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We did a instant one day and had the room with 2 queen beds. It was super clean. The staff was helpful. We are going to save this spot for future bookings. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

shanda lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quick walk to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025