Guest Reviews
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As the Okanagan Valley’s premier lakefront destination, The Cove Lakeside Resort has earned splendid reviews from travel publications around the world. We’re proud of these reviews, but the opinion of our guests is what matters most to us.
If you’re considering a visit, please read what past guests have to say about their experience at our resort. And if you’d like to leave a compliment, comment or suggestion regarding a recent stay, please complete our contact form.
The Cove is magical!
We are three girlfriends that have known each other 57 years. We decided to have a girlfriends vacation together and booked The Cove in West Kelowna, BC for 3 nights in their three bedroom suite. The suite offered everything we needed and more and the balcony with the lake view was spectacular. We enjoyed watching the beaver near the lake shore in the morning. The spa was better than we imagined and we so enjoyed our mimosa pedicures. The movie theatre was such a bonus treat. The staff were so kind and helpful. The Cove is a magical place that we highly recommend.
5 Star Review!
We recently stayed at The Cove Lakeside Resort and were blown away by the stunning lake and mountain views from our room! The moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and exceptional service from the staff.
Excellent!
Amazing stay right from courteous service from Jashan at check in to check out. Beautiful suite with a gorgeous view. The Landing Restaurant with Tuschar as our server was top notch and delicious. I went with a couple friends as a Mom's weekend staycation. The Spa facials, mani and pedi's were amazing. I has Bonnie for both my facial and manicure and as a cancer patient I have to be very careful, she listened to all of my concerns and adjusted treatments accordingly. Will be back for sure.
Unforgettable Year-Round Hotel!
We loved our stay at The Cove, it was truly magical!! We booked the Wander into Winter Package that includes cross country ski passes at Telemark and had an amazing time! I can't believe that Telemark is only 15 minutes from the resort, so convenient!! The suites are huge and super comfortable. I can't say enough great things about this resort. A must-visit.
Highly Recommend This Place!!
Stayed at The Cove with my large family for more than 10 days over the holidays. We had an excellent time. Rooms were top notch, staff was friendly, professional, and exceptionally attentive. Sprecial thanks to Brent, Jashan, and Simranjeet, who were very helpful and made us feel welcome. Amenities were great (gym, spa, theatre, restaurant, hot tub, etc). Quick drive to commercial area/shopping. Outstanding location and views of the lake and hills, great walking paths around. Restaurant food and service were also outstanding. I highly recommend this place.
We Still Love This Place!!
We loved this place 10 years ago, and recently stayed 5 days with family. We still love this place!! Thank you for the wonderful stay.
Family Friendly
Resort is a peaceful, family-friendly option for those looking to relax by the lake. Our family had a great stay here. My kids loved it. The staff is friendly and the service is quick. We enjoyed our stay in his resort.
Beautiful Resort Hotel in West Kelowna
Fabulous resort hotel. A beautiful location and lovely suites. The staff were very helpful and friendly. I have stayed there twice and look forward to my next visit there. The meeting facilities and catering was good and the food was very good too.
My First Time in BC from ONT!!!
Very beautiful scenery to wake up to every morning. I had the lake view. The rooms were amazing and kept very well. Enjoyed my stay definitely a 10 out of 10, staff was very helpful and friendly and made you feel very welcome. This is on my list to return in the summer time for a week!!!
A Dream Come True!
We stayed here, July 2024 and I have to say it was the most magical vacation ever the rooms were spectacular. The location was amazing and the staff was beyond what we have ever experienced. We came with our nine-year-old boy who’s on the autism spectrum leading up to our vacation we had contacted the hotel many times Before our trip regarding his sensory overload, his fear of elevators, His sensitivity to loud noises and bright lights. Walking into the hotel was the best experience. My son’s ever had the front desk handed him a stuffy and they helped us get a room that was the first door past the lobby, which worked out so great as he went in without any fuss. The lobby area was empty and quiet, which made it much easier. The room was by far the best room we’ve ever stayed. It was huge and my son enjoyed being in there. We got so lucky to have a pool view on the bottom floor, which by the end of the trip was so helpful as we could go in and out through our sliding door with him. This trip Dominic watched the kids and adults in the pool as we could see it from our balcony, and by the second day, he let us to the pool area and with so much excitement for the first time he went into the pool. The pool is amazing and has a great slide. This was the highlight of my son’s trip. We would recommend this hotel to anyone. It’s such a beautiful place to stay, and we are very thankful for the staff for always checking in and making sure our son was having a good time anytime we went in and out of our room past the lobby the staff would always welcome us and ask us how he is and if he is having fun, they Went above and beyond to show that they cared
We are looking forward to booking our next vacation again at the Cove as it’s been the best vacation this family has had
Thank you to all the staff at Cove for making this a dream come true for us
Tranquil Retreat with Breathtaking Views!
We recently stayed at The Cove Lakeside Resort and were blown away by the stunning lake and mountain views from our room! The moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and exceptional service from the staff. The room was immaculately clean, spacious, and beautifully decorated for our first wedding anniversary. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep.
Highlights:
· Stunning lake and mountain views
· Exceptional service
· Clean and spacious rooms
· Comfortable beds
· Excellent amenities
Recommendation: If you're looking for a tranquil retreat with breathtaking views, this resort is a must-visit. Book a room with a lake view, and enjoy the unforgettable experience!
A Great Place to Come Relax and Have Fun
We stayed here for 6 nights and it was heaven. It is away from the main part of the city of Kelowna but only a two minute drive to restaraunts, wineries, breweries, hiking trails. Really quiet and peaceful. There are walking / hiking trails along the water (accessible from the hotel). The underground parking was a little difficult as some of the spots are reserved and so we just parked in the above ground parking lot, which was fine. The room was clean, had a/c which was really nice, the kitchen was a full kitchen and so we cook in a few times which helped save money. Oddly, the window to the patio did not have binds, so if you want privacy in the living room, you can't. All the other windows have blinds. Maybe they can get blinds for the patio doors. The patio was big and spacious, great view. The pool and hot tub was great to soak in, especially at night. The frogs provide a nice ambience and you are right on the lake, so you can go from the hot tub to the lake. The fire pits didn't work for us, but some people managed to get them going. They are tricky to get started. And the SUP rentals were 20 feet from the pool, which is very convenient. We ate at the restaurant twice (once on the patio, once in the lounge). The food was fantastic! And the prices were reasonable. We will definitely be returning to stay here at Cove Lakeside Resort!
Lakefront Family Paradise
Beautiful property with great pool for kids and water sport activity centre! Service was excellent. 3 BR [3 bedroom] end unit perfect with spacious balcony! Gorgeous views! Peaceful/laid back area of Kelowna.
Incredible Spot!
These suites are wonderful! The view and location are perfect! Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly!
Girls Weekend Getaway!!
My daughter (9) & I stayed here for a staycation & loved it! I purchased the Girls Getaway Package, Every staff member we interacted with was helpful and pleasant, it was certainly a highlight of our stay. We did pedis at the spa, booked the private theatre room and watched Disney movies & ordered at the Landing restaurant on site, food was amazing as well. We were here in the off season so the pool was closed but they did have the hot tub open. For our intention of a staycation it was perfect! We were incredibly grateful to have received a complimentary upgrade, the suite was beautiful and clean with comfy beds and an amazing view. Will definitely stay again and recommend to family and friends :)
Great Location!
The location of The Cove is perfect! Very central to all amenities of downtown West Kelowna, such as grocery stores to fill your kitchen during your stay. It is a short drive, less than 10 minutes, to many of the local wineries. Located on the waterfront, there are an abundance of walking paths, beaches and local parks, making this a perfect location for any family. The room was clean, with a fully stocked kitchen. Anything that was missing, was immediately provided by the hotel staff via phone or text message, making service quick and efficient. Rooms are large with all the comforts of home!
Relax, Rejuvenate and Recoup
Our second getaway in a month. This lake side location is a perfect getaway to relax, rejuvenate and recoup. The views are amazing from any location. Not to mention the exceptional "WOW" service from Mat who set us up just wonderfully too. This is added to our list of quick and easy getaways for sure. Super grateful to experience their amazing hospitality. Thank you also to Paige for organizing.....Oh and the spa... Cathy is wonderful to work with when setting you up just the right services. This stunning location is an oasis. Looking forward to unwinding and coming back soon...
Excellent Stay at an Amazing Place
I have heard wonderful things about The Cove but they exceeded our expectations. The room was beautiful and the view was breath taking. Service was always provided when needed and the friendly staff made our stay wonderful.
Fantastic Gem
I loved this lakeside resort. The One Bedroom Suite me and my 3 children stayed in was perfect! Spacious, clean and luxurious. The view is priceless. We also enjoyed using the hottub. We would like to return in the summer so we can use the pool too. The staff was incredible and all of our needs were met.
The Real Thing
We came with an open mind...never being here before. Our experience of the one bedroom suite was beyond expectations... well equipped, very clean and spacious.
We have already given recommendations of The Cove Lakeside Resort to friends.
Excellent time!
A great place to stay!! We had a wonderful time. Thank you! Staff was exceptional! Always greeting us as we came into the lobby! Very friendly with the kids when they came down to the lobby! Overall excellent experience! Would definitely go back!
Great stay
Great resort, great staff. Extremely clean and well taken care of. You would think it was brand new. Love staying at The Cove every time we return home for a visit. Can’t wait to stay here during the summer.
Great
Great staff and service during our stay. Our ground floor room was ideal with nice patio for our dog to go out on. Really enjoyed the hot tub and the hotel's beautiful lakefront location in West Kelowna.
Amazing place to stay!
The rooms are beautiful and clean! We have so much fun coming here for the second year in a row for the light up the vines weekend. Hopefully will make it here in the summer! Great place for a group!!
Wedding weekend
The rooms are very spacious and comfortable and include all the amenities including washer and dryer!! Would recommend staying for a get-away weekend in the summertime!! Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again, lovely property!!
The Cove West Kelowna
Exceptional clean and well decorated rooms and beautiful location. Comfy bed. Lots of room in the suite. Everything one would need is stocked in the kitchen. Was even a washer and dryer. Also nice bath robes. Great place to stay.
Book this place!!!
We LOVVEEDDD this place but sadly we only stayed for one night! It's great for families because it just feels like home! We were pretty tired when we checked in after 4 hours of driving, the lady at the front desk, Veronica, totally brightened my day! She was friendly and always smiling! My family said that we should definitely come back and stay for more than one night!!
Best service I have ever had at any hotel or resort!
Great job by the whole team at The Cove Lakeside Resort! I will definitely be staying again and recommend that everyone else gives it a try. The beds were comfy, the rooms were clean, the staff was the best and they were so friendly to my kids. 5 stars all the way.
Great place to stay!
Wow!!! You and your family would definitely not regret booking this resort! The staff were amazing and actually care about you as a guest. The only problem that we had was that we did not stay longer! Next time will definitely be longer for us.
Fantastic service and location! Rooms were so spacious
The rooms at The Cove were amazing. Such a great location (10 mins from wineries) and the front desk staff was exceptional. We had a 3 bedroom suite and it felt like we rented a small home which we loved. Pool and hot tub were great also. Would totally stay here again.
Great Hotel and dog friendly
Resort was great for entire family and our puppy. Pool with water slide kept the kids busy and entertained. Fire pits and four barbecues were great as well, and all staff were very friendly and helpful.
Amazing place for a family getaway
with a private beach area, 2 pools, firepits and good sized rooms with kitchens and washer/ dryers, this is an ideal place to vacay as a family. The kitchens all have full size appliances and 2 areas to bbq on site which makes feeding your family easy without having to be in the restaurants for every meal. Having said that, the restaurant food was great too! Large, clean rooms with balconies. Like a home away from home.
Excellent accommodations
We have made the Cove Lakeside an annual getaway for our family. The property is perfect for families and suites are very clean. Although good for families, the location and amenities cater to everyone.
Beautiful Lake Resort
The Cove and LakeSurf offer top notch service together for an enjoyable lakeside resort experience. All the amenities you could want for a vacation including a spa! Friendly staff as you check in, at the restaurant and at the LakeSurf boat rentals. Shout out to Patrick for making our holiday one of the best!
Stunning
An absolutely amazing resort. Great for families, fantastic location, spotless and very kind staff. Many things to do right at the resort including pools with water slide, hot tubs, gym, spa, theatre room, parks with play centres, bbqs, fire pits, beach access and boat/seadoo/kayak/paddle board rentals etc. I highly recommend.
Hidden Gem
The Cove provides an excellent location for couples and families - off the beaten path on the west bank south of Kelowna. Great view of the lake. Plenty of water activities available through rentals at the dock, as well as bicycles. Amenities are excellent and include three gas fireplaces overlooking the lake. Adjacent to regional historic park and sandy beaches, as well as grassy picnic areas.
My favourite hotel
Awesome place. Would definitely recommend. The staff are lovely, highly personable, informative and helpful. The unit was equipped with a full kitchen including dishwasher, full fridge/stove and wine fridge. Great stay. And the pillows are the best.
Excellent Family Vacation Spot!!
The Cove met and exceeded all of our expectations. Our suite was very spacious, clean, modern, and well equipped with all of the amenities we needed. The pools were spectacular as were the rest of the amenities in the facility. The staff were very friendly, helpful, and accommodating. I would highly recommend this to anyone and we will most certainly be returning for our next family vacation to the Okanagan.
Family vacation trip
Amazing pool and waterslide for kids! Very family friendly environment. We got a nice lake view with our garden view room. Our room is tidy and clean. The second bedroom is big enough to fit in the crib for our baby. We will definitely stay there again next time.
Amazing place next to lake, best views
This West Kelowna suite hotel is a piece of paradise in the Okanagan Valley next to the lake. Very modern and worth every penny. The views are stunning. The walking path in front takes you to the Gellaty family nut farm or left to the beach. Rent a boat or a paddle board right out front. The gentlemen running the water sports [LakeSurf Okanagan] is very nice. The pool and slide kept the kids entertained. The pool is heated and very nice. BBQ's are located next to pool and easy to use. At night fire pit next to waterfront made a nice group meeting place. Restaurant is middle of the row. Very nice serving staff but food is average. I would highly recommend The Cove.
Beautifully appointed and exceptional treatment
This well exceeded our expectations and we look forward to staying at The Cove many times in the future. It is the perfect location. It was clean and perfect for the occasion. We only wish we had more time to stay at The Cove.
Great Family Vacation
Excellent resort! Extremely clean and the staff is so friendly. The pool is very clean and well maintained. The waterslide is perfect for kids of all ages. We were here for a week and we never had issues finding a spot at the pool or beach. The beach is also clean and well maintained. We booked massages and they were great for relaxation if you are looking for something more you may want to go elsewhere. The spa was very relaxing, and the staff and masseuses were wonderful.
A Summer Fave
We love this place. Have been coming every summer for maybe 9 years (sometimes multiple times a summer). With kids you can not beat it. They love the slide, beach, pools. Full kitchen and laundry, great patios with views. We requested a specific room to be close to our friends and they accommodated our request. Beds are very comfortable. Close to great wineries and everything you may need. Marina is right there to rent a boat or seeds or paddle boards. Can't wait to go back.