KICKING HORSE
📍Golden, British Columbia, Canada
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- Vertical drop
- 4,314 ft
- Skiable terrain
- 3,486 acres
- Avg snowfall
- 288 in
- Lifts
- 5
GETTING THERE
Nearest Airports
Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.
Calgary is a practical major-airport gateway for Kicking Horse. Follow the Trans-Canada Highway west to Golden, then the resort access road; Rogers Pass is farther west and is not part of this approach from Calgary. Treat the transfer as roughly a half-day travel block once winter conditions and stops are included.
Compare an airport transfer with driving, and a Golden town base with on-mountain accommodation. Use the resort’s current access guide for local connector services and any road restrictions.
WHERE TO STAY
Use these picks to compare location, atmosphere and the kind of stay you want. Ask for a total quote for your dates and room, including fees and cancellation terms.
luxury
Premium experiences with exceptional amenities
Palliser Lodge
condo · Ski-in/ski-out
Select suites have private hot tubs, and there is also a shared outdoor hot tub. Ski storage and one indoor parking space per reservation are available first come, first served, so confirm the arrangements for a busy weekend.
Features to ask about
Earlier listings mention Shuttle. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.
Sources & planning details
Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen, hot tub, ski storage.
Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, shuttle service.
Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28
Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.
premium
High-quality stays with great features
Glacier Mountaineer Lodge
lodge · At the base of the ski runs, steps from the gondola
The gondola is close by, and both lodges have fitness rooms with saunas, steam baths and outdoor hot tubs. Book a condo when cooking and a separate living space matter to your group.
Features to ask about
Earlier listings mention Shuttle, Ski Storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.
Contact the hotel directly
Contact number from Destination BC’s property listing; confirm the current rental manager and room inventory.
Official hotel website & booking ↗Contact source · checked 2026-10-28
Sources & planning details
Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen, hot tub, pet friendly.
Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, shuttle service, ski storage.
Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28
Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.
moderate
Solid value with good amenities
Mary's Motel Golden
motel · Town base in Golden; drive to Kicking Horse
A Golden town base gives you a separate place to settle in after skiing at Kicking Horse. Compare the operator’s room categories for your group, then plan the drive up to the mountain. Ask the motel about the facilities and room equipment that matter to your stay.
Ask about microwaves, mini-fridges and spa-bath room options when selecting your room category.
Features to ask about
Earlier listings mention Hot Tub, Pet Friendly, Shuttle. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.
Sources & planning details
Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link.
Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, hot tub, pet friendly, shuttle service.
Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28
Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.
Ponderosa Motor Inn
hotel · 1206 Trans-Canada Highway in Golden; plan a road transfer to Kicking Horse
A hot tub and barbecue area add options after skiing, with a restaurant next door. Choose a kitchenette suite if you want to prepare meals; check the exact room capacity when booking.
Features to ask about
Earlier listings mention Pet Friendly, Shuttle. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.
Sources & planning details
Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen, hot tub.
Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, pet friendly, shuttle service.
Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28
Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-29
Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.
budget
Affordable options that get the job done
Brookside Motel Golden
cabin · In Golden, 1301 11th Avenue North; plan transportation to Kicking Horse
Choose a cabin for a couple or small family, or the three-bedroom house for a larger group. The creekside setting gives a different feel from a conventional roadside motel.
Features to ask about
Earlier listings mention Pet Friendly, Shuttle. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.
Sources & planning details
Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen.
Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, pet friendly, shuttle service.
Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-28
Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.
OVERNIGHT STAYS & CAMPERVANS
Compare a booked Golden base with an on-mountain stay. For a camper trip, arrange a designated site with winter access and the services you need before driving up to the resort.
Accommodation alternatives in this guide include Palliser Lodge and Glacier Mountaineer Lodge. See the lodging cards for room types and booking links.
Compare lodging options ↗Book a designated overnight place for your vehicle and dates. Day parking does not provide permission to camp.
🐕 PET POLICY
Historical pet-policy guidance.
Pets are not allowed on the mountain or in resort lodges. The town of Golden has pet-friendly accommodations and walking trails along the Kicking Horse River.
Confirm rooms, fees and access rules with the property or resort before you travel. A pet-friendly area does not mean pets can use ski slopes or lifts.
Read our pet travel guide →