Consider a stay at Polaris Lodge and take advantage of a golf course, a terrace, and a playground. Hit the slopes at this hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access, downhill skiing, and ski passes. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Buckhorn and Main, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like basketball, ice skating, and snowshoeing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby.
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Mountain view
27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free wired internet
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Suite, 1 Bedroom
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Mountain view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free wired internet
About the neighborhood
Located in Kimberley, Polaris Lodge is in the mountains. Kimberley's Underground Mining Railway and Kimberley Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Centre 64 and Kimberley Aquatic Centre. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding. Visit our Kimberley travel guide
N. Star Boulevard, Kimberley, BC, V1A 2Y6
What's nearby
Kimberley Alpine Resort
1 min walk - 0.0 km
North Star Express Ski Lift
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Trickle Creek Golf Course
13 min walk - 1.1 km
1300m Sprint Loop
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Kimberley's Underground Mining Railway
3 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Cranbrook, BC (YXC-Canadian Rockies Intl.)
25 min drive
Restaurants
The Shed
4 min drive
Subway
4 min drive
Pedal & Tap
4 min drive
Our Place restaurant
4 min drive
The Bean Tree Cafe
4 min drive
About this property
Polaris Lodge
Family-friendly hotel in the mountains
You can look forward to a golf course, a terrace, and a playground at Polaris Lodge. Hit the slopes at this hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access, downhill skiing, and ski passes. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Buckhorn and Main, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like basketball, ice skating, and snowshoeing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks include:
Outdoor pool access nearby along with sun loungers
Free self parking and extended parking
RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and ATM/banking services
Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms at Polaris Lodge include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Heating and fans
Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Yes, this property has outdoor pool access. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.
Is Polaris Lodge pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Polaris Lodge?
Check-in begins at 4 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of CAD 50.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Polaris Lodge?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for CAD 50.00 (subject to availability).
Where is Polaris Lodge located?
Located in the mountains, this Kimberley hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access and is within a 5-minute walk of Kimberley Alpine Resort, North Star Express Ski Lift, and Owl T-Bar Ski Lift. Owlette Ski Lift and North Star Trail are just steps away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Polaris Lodge Reviews
8.2
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Beautiful setting...Very quiet....Clean...Comfortable couch and bed in the suite we stayed in...Close to Kimberly town...Amenities on site sparse as we were there early May...end of ski season / Beginning golf season in the area..
Great rate for time of year.... Staff when checking in very helpful for newcomers giving suggestions to eatings and restaurants close by...
This is the second time we’ve stayed at Polaris, and we will have no hesitation booking again! We love staying at the ski hill, especially for events and the rooms are always clean and comfortable! I would give staff and service a five star - but it seems whenever I call (in business hours) I don’t actually get to speak to anyone, but leaving a voice mail they do get back to you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Allan
12 May 2025
Like:
- Nice location
Dislike:
- Underground parking card reader very difficult to use, took 3 replacement cards plus maintenance man to get access.
- Condo a bit tired, loose taps in kitchen, shower head flow very poor, wifi very unreliable and down half the time.
The Polaris is an older hotel but has everything you need to make your trip to Kimberley enjoyable. The rooms are large and the beds are comfortable. There is a kitchen as well as laundry in suite. You share a pool area with the Trickle creek lodge but its a very short walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Chris
27 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had a good stay at Polaris Lodge and had easy access to the ski slopes. Limited for food options on the day we stayed but we made it work. Breakfast was the biggest concern as breakfast options were not available until 8:30 AM.
Checking in was a little confusing - check-in is at a different location than the building where the room is.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kyle
6 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was great, and the staff member that checked us in and out was very helpful and thorough. The only negative was the elevator being out of order when we arrived, but it was working again by the next morning. It’s a short building anyhow, so an elevator isn’t the end of the world. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
GEORGE
7 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
stay was great, but pool wasnt available for 3 days, the hot days🌞🌞
Property is run down and “managed” by Trickle Creek Lodge next door. I acknowledge it was off season but the Polaris Lodge was not looked after. Staff next door at Trickle Creek seemed indifferent to looking after Polaris guests. Would NOT recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
David
18 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Signage is unclear resulting in confusion during checkin.
Upon arrival they had no record of our reservation. The hotel clerk made us wait while she checked in other clients, even though we were first. Tried to double charge us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Alan
3 May 2023
Disliked: Amenities
The room was good but the area we were in was having some renovations done in the halls. No staff at Polaris and none of the restaurants were open although the email I received from them stated they would be open. I understand they were open but closed when they shut the ski hill down. They need to update their email.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Lenore
9 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Pricey for the Room Size
We stayed during the summer so there was NO ONE there. Given that we were the only guests we wonder why we were given a room that had the AC/heater mechanism next to the room. No Kleenex. 1 hanger in closet. Only 2 drawers for clothes. The down comforter was too hot; without it, too cool. Probably fine for skiers but don't bring much. No equipment allowed in the room.
Kimberley was a cute and family friendly resort which was great, however our experience at the Polaris Lodge wasn't the best. The lodge seems to be a separate part of the trickle Creek Lodge so if you need anything, you have to walk over to the other side. This includes checking-in/front desk (staff we're amazing!) and pool/hot tub. The place was under renovation when we got there as well, so it was a bit of a mess and dusty. The temperature control didn't work so even if we had air con on, it was roasting and had to open the windows (during the winter). The rooms we're pretty nice, but there was a lack of basic amenities (blankets, kitchen stuff, dead pillows, etc.) that just put a damper on things. Pretty "meh" experience.