Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 7 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 January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 9357
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kelowna in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 9357
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kelowna in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as -6 °C, with an average temperature of -3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 46 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kelowna, with an average rainfall of 19 mm.

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How to Get to Kelowna

Plane

When flying to Kelowna, you’ll arrive at Kelowna (YLW), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kelowna from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 35h 06m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Kelowna Downtown, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Kelowna. Kelowna West Kelowna is also a commonly used station, and is 6 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Kelowna, you’ll arrive at Kelowna (YLW), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kelowna from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 35h 06m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Kelowna Downtown, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Kelowna. Kelowna West Kelowna is also a commonly used station, and is 6 km from the city centre.

Airports near Kelowna

YLWKelowna
YYFPenticton
YKAKamloops

Airlines serving Kelowna

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,698 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,844 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,144 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,637 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,672 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (187 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,063 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,672 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,901 reviews)
Air China
Good (136 reviews)
China Southern
Good (126 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,606 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kelowna

Average rates range from around ₹ 15,027 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 12,318 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kelowna - East By IHG and Lake Country Inn. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Kelowna, with prices from ₹ 2,697 to ₹ 106,741 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Kelowna are about 31% 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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The Royal Anne Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,811+
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Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,678+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,048+
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Accent Inns Kelowna
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,373+
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Oasis Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,575+
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Hiring a car in Kelowna

Driving Force, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Kelowna is the Budget branch at 14-5533 Kelowna Intl Apt, which is 11 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 96 per litre in Kelowna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,154 and ₹ 1,539. The most frequently booked car type in Kelowna is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Driving Force, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Kelowna is the Budget branch at 14-5533 Kelowna Intl Apt, which is 11 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 96 per litre in Kelowna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,154 and ₹ 1,539. The most frequently booked car type in Kelowna is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Kelowna

Budget

Budget

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

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