Welcome to Vernon
Three lakes wrap around Vernon, making it a natural draw for swimming, paddleboarding, and boating through the warmer months. Come winter, Silver Star Mountain Resort sits a short drive away, offering skiing and snowshoeing against a backdrop of forested peaks. Resorts in Vernon connect you to both seasons with ease. It's a year-round destination where the outdoor agenda changes, but the scenery stays consistently impressive.
How to find the best resort deal in Vernon
Our search engine is a genius at tracking down flight deals. The good news? It's equally talented at hunting down bargains on resorts. Save on your stay with these tips.
Book in advance
The earlier you book, the better. You're more likely to snag a cheaper price on a resort and have more choice.
...Or bag a last-minute Vernon resort deal
While prices usually climb closer to your dates of travel, some places lower their rates at the last minute to avoid having empty rooms. This tends to happen more outside the busy season.
Flexible on dates? Say hello to better rates
Cheap resorts in Vernon can be easier to find if your dates are flexible. Experiment with different months or seasons, or go during the week instead of weekends to save money.
Go all-inclusive
All-inclusive resorts in Vernon can be a smart money move if you want to spend the majority of your time on site. With activities, drinks and meals covered by the room rate, they can offer better value than paying as you go. Find out if stays like this are available for your trip.
Show discounted resorts only
To skip the full-price listings, use the 'Only show hotels with discounts' filter. It finds resorts with reduced prices or promotions.
When to visit Vernon
High and low season in Vernon
Summer is the peak time to visit Vernon, running roughly from late June through August. The warm, dry weather makes it ideal for swimming at Kalamalka Lake and Okanagan Lake, hiking, and cycling. Visitor numbers are highest during this window, so securing accommodation early gives you more options and better rates.
Winter and the shoulder seasons of spring and fall are quieter in Vernon. You'll find it easier to get around and accommodation tends to be more flexible on price. Some outdoor experiences are limited outside of summer, but the area around Vernon offers skiing at Silver Star Mountain Resort during winter, which draws its own crowd.
Vernon hosts events across the year, including the Vernon Winter Carnival, one of the longest-running winter festivals in Canada. Summer brings outdoor markets and local activities tied to the season. The Tourism Vernon website is a good starting point for current event listings before your trip.
Events in Vernon
Best family-friendly Vernon resorts
Enjoy a family trip without stretching your budget at Predator Ridge Resort. This 3-star resort makes travelling with kids a little easier thanks to features like air conditioning and a safe deposit box.
Want to upgrade your getaway? Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa - Adults-Only Resort is a 5-star Vernon resort that combines luxury with family-friendly conveniences like a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. It gets the thumbs up from guests, earning overall ratings over 4 out of 5.
Best spa resorts in Vernon
At Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa - Adults-Only Resort, the toughest decision is massage or sauna first. This spa resort offers room service and massage services and is rated 5 stars.
