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3 out of 5
Vagabond Lodge at Kicking Horse Resort
1581 Cache Close, Box 177, Golden, BC

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just the kindest owners and best place to stay in Golden. The breakfast is incredible and Ken and Lori are such thoughtful people. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Ken and Lori on 18 Sept 2023
Thank you for your nice comments. We really appreciate when guests go out of their way to do this. We look forward to your return Ken and Lori

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, good location. An afternoon wine “bar” would be a nice addition
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Ken and Lori on 4 Jul 2023
Damien. Thank you for your nice comments. Our bar area is "stock the bar and help yourself." Whoever is behind the bar is the bartender. Works well. Hope you have a good stay in Canada? Ken and Lori

10/10 Excellent

Nanda

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, very clean and quiet and perfect, I would recommend this place and I would stay there again, only suggestion would be have an another chair and table in room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Ken on 26 Jul 2019
It was great having you stay with us and thank you for your comments. Feed back such as this is great.

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt like home. Really friendly staff. Excellent hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from Vagabond on 2 Jul 2019
Dana: We appreciate your nice comments. Thank you for staying with us. It was a pleasure and hope to see you back. Ken and Lori

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice hikes ,beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from ken on 7 Aug 2018
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Ken, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Review of stay
Owners and lodge were fabulous. Wonderful scenery and convenient to sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Response from Ken on 19 Aug 2017
Ken. Thanks for your nice comments. Hope to see you back again. Ken and Lori.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nestled at the base of Kicking Horse Mountain
Once you arrive you forget about living in the city and the hectic pace of everyday living. You are greeted by the owners and made to feel welcome upon arrival. After you view the entire lodge you can settle into your room or rest in the lounge/living room where others guests talk about the ventures for the day or where they are going to go next. Once again the owners will share with you hikes within the area or assist you in discovering something you have never experienced before. The most relaxing holiday in years!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Response from Ken on 4 Jul 2017
Thank you for your nice comments. Lori and I appreciate it and love relating to our guests all the great things to do in our area. We hope to see you back another time. Ken

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owners make you feel like you are home !!!
I love it , owners are Awsome!!!
Response from General Manager on 12 Jan 2017
Dina. Thanks for the nice comments. It was great to have you back and look forward to next year?

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Ed / Charmaine, Oakville, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A most welcoming treatment by owners.
The lodge is in an isolated area developed mostly for skiing and hiking. We made it in mid September just before closing for the summer season. The owners who live on the site were most helpful and friendly in assisting our travel plans to the Icefields Parkway located about 100 km away and then off to Banff and Lake Louise.
Response from ken on 29 Sept 2016
Thank you for your nice comments. Vagabond Lodge is located 10 minutes from the town of Golden BC just outside of Yoho National Park and about 45 minutes from Lake Louise and and hour and a half from Banff. We do cater to a more active traveller. Those who like to get out and explore our amazing backyard, in both winter and summer. Our rooms do not have tvs or refrigerators in the rooms which we advertise on our website. We have a large guest area where our guests can hang out and meet other travellers from around the world and relish being unplugged. Complimentary wireless wifi is available.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place. Only downside is no tv or fridge in the room, must use the common ones.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Vancouver BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxation in comfort and beauty
This is a gorgeous lodge run by friendly and helpful people. It was a delightful place for rest and relaxation in a beautiful mountain setting. Would totally recommend it! We would love to return someday.
Response from Ken on 7 Aug 2016
Jeff. Thanks for your nice comments. Hope to see you back again.

10/10 Excellent

Alison, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend
Excellent lodge in every way. Extremely comfortable, delicious breakfast and exceptionally friendly, helpful service from Lori and Ken. Would definitely recommend.
Response from Ken on 4 Jul 2016
Alison. Thank you for your nice words on your stay with us. We try hard to made everyone's stay memorable. Ken and Lori

10/10 Excellent

Mark , London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lodge with fantastic hosts
Stayed here for 3 nights and absolutely loved it. We stayed in room 6 which had two small double beds and was a split level room. Ken and Laurie are the hosts and they made the stay extra special. They were always willing to go the extra mile. The hot tub outside was always a welcome relief after a long day on the slopes. The breakfast and lunch supplied were also top quality.
Response from Ken on 7 Feb 2016
Mark: Thanks for your nice comments. It was great having you stay with us and hope to see you back again. Ken and Lori

10/10 Excellent

carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful owners great food
They were very accommodating and friendly beautiful lodge
Response from Ken on 4 Feb 2016
Thank you for your nice comment. It was a pleasure having you stay with us and hope to have you back again. Ken and Lori

10/10 Excellent

Dina, MISSISSIPPI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best ski trip ever
Owner operator took very good care of us!!!!!
Thank you for your kind words. I was away when you were here but Lori said how much she enjoyed having you and your son stay with us. Sorry I missed you. Ken and Lori

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lodge with the friendliest owners
We stayed at Vagabond Lodge because the price was quite affordable for our September trip to kicking horse. We were welcomed to the lodge and shown around and was stunned by the beautiful atmosphere and the friendliest owner Ken. Must stay if you're in the area!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
canada get away
Hosts were great people & were very helpful in planning activities in the area. We would love to go back there in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Rick and Doris, Sechelt, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a quiet mountain-style lodge.
We enjoyed the Vagabond's casual comfort and charm. On a warm day, the veranda is a nice place to relax with a coffee and listen to the birds nesting in the trees. The indoor common spaces are perfectly suited for reading and conversation. All bedrooms are upstairs, decorated in warm tones and natural woods. Our room had a large window seat, allowing us to stretch out for a rest in the afternoon sun. The hosts are extremely friendly, always taking time to chat and offer ideas for enjoying the nearby trails and activities.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A, Calgary, Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vagabond Lodge at Kicking Horse Resort
We wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and yet not spend all our time traveling. The Vagabond Lodge was a perfect fit. The lodge itself is beautiful, nestled in the side of the mountain and well kept up. Lori and Ken are wonderful hosts and the breakfasts and service were excellent. We enjoyed the peace and beauty the area had to offer and look forward to our next stay at the Vagabond Lodge and discovering more about area.

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

alanna, calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
expecatations surpassed!
Fantastic location! I had no idea how close Vagabond was to the ski hill. Lori and Ken were upbeat and friendly and I was impressed with how considerate they were of my dietary restrictions. This place was much better than I was expecting it to be in all respects and I definitely plan to visit again.

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hospitality
Simply lovely property with exceptional hosts. We loved the scrumptious home cooked breakfast and hot tub.

10/10 Excellent

judi, houston tx

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful B&B on the mountain
We had a great time at a very welcoming B&B. the owners were so hospitable and we felt right at home. The rooms were comfortable and beautifully decorated. Surrounding facitlities and activities were easily accessible ( with in walking distance). The golf course (Golden Country Club) was an easy drive. The best part was the fantastic breakfast!! Scones and cinnamon buns to die for!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lodge with friendly staff
The lodge has extensive common areas that are beautifully finished, including a fireplace, lounge, billiard room and hot tub for relaxing or meeting other guests. The room was first class with many nice touches. No TV in room but TV in common area and free wifi. The staff are very welcoming and the breakfast was excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Southern Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family run B&B/hotel
Very friendly staff. Amazing breakfast. Feels like home

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great gem
This is great place for fans of genuine mountain culture.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Chantilly, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location, great place to stay
My husband and I spent two nights at the Vagabond Lodge. The owners and hosts Ken and Lori welcomed us into their home like old friends. The building is beautiful and has a fantastic location. The breakfast cooked and served by Ken and Lori was delicious. They were also very helpful in recommending restaurants in Golden and suggesting activities. We wish we had the chance to use the hot tub and pool table.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the best hosts
wonderful facilities, great views, the friendliest and most accommodating host and hostess that you could imagine. For summer the location is a 4+, for skiing the location would be a clear 5. We'd go back in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

Cutest place to stay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Place to stay in Small town!!
Lori and Ken are great hosts and they provide the coziest intimate hotel setting that I have ever experienced. They are private owners of this lodge and it's basically their home... I wish we had more than one night there, I know that if I visit Golden again, I will stay at the Vagabond again. Thank you Ken and Lori, hopefully next time we can chat more :)

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Sandpoint, Id

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charm and Comfort
Beautiful log cabin style, warm, cozy, yet upscale. Could not have asked for more! Amazing breakfast included with our stay. Our host, Ken was most accomadating.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vagabond Lodge at Kicking Horse Resort
This private lodge is definitely geared towards winter tourism. The room was extremely hot (mid September) with no air-condition. There was no TV in the room either. Night was very noisy from patrons of the nearby restaurant/bar. If you like a family style environment, this might be for you. For those of you looking for privacy and the 'luxury' of modern life (like a TV or an air-con), stay away from this hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Lorna, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Can't wait to go back
Just a great stay, so clean very friendly, fab food and wonderfull decor

10/10 Excellent

Iris, Kent, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay with friends
Our stay at Vagabond Lodge was great. It is a bit out of town and was very quiet, just what we were looking for. If you come in the skiing season though, it is very close to the lifts and slopes, so we will have to come back one say and try this out as well. The highlight is the owner Ken, who is the most welcoming and helpful person you can imagine. We will definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Dick, Fairfax County, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vagabond-worth a trip to Golden, BC
Vagabond is a wonderful stop. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, bathrooms are modern and roomy. Breakfasts are excellent with a wide variety of choices. The proprietors are very friendly and an excellent source of local touring and dining information. Golden itself is a small village of small interest but Golden's proximity to the Yoho Canadian National Park is a great advantage. Wonderful hiking and many scenic venues. The nearby tourist information office is also a great source of info. Golden is about 1 hour west of Lake Louise in Banff National Park. The drive thru Yoho is a super scenic experience. Vagabond is a cozy retreat worth considering when traveling to the Canadian Rockies.

10/10 Excellent

Eberhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Michel, Laval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Golden
Nous sommes allés en haut du mont kicking horse. Très beaux sentiers de randonnée. Bon restaurant en haut de la montagne. Les hôtes de l'hôtel Vagabond Lodge sont très accueillants. Endroit recommandé.
Response from General Manager on 9 Aug 2016
Thank you for your comments. Merci bien General Manger

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Montréal, Qc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent sur toute la ligne!!!
Très bel endroit situé à quelques pas des pistes (ski in, ski out). Très propre également. Ken et Lori sont des hôtes extraordinaires!!! Les repas inclus sont de bonne qualité. Nous allons certainement y retourner! Nous le recommandons à tous!!! A++++++++++++++
Response from Vagabond on 23 Feb 2016
merci pour vos gentils commentaires

10/10 Excellent

Anders, Copenhagen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic spot with great and friendly hosts. Everything was perfect.

10/10 Excellent

jean francois, paris

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Tout était très bien que dire de plus
Idéalement situé pour accéder à des lieux de randos super On y croise des vacanciers de Calgary ou Vancouver Les hôtes sont remarquables

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Empfehlenswertes Hotel für Zwischenstop
Sehr empfehlenswertes Haus, die etwas lange Anfahrt von Golden lohnt sich. Geschmackvoll eingerichtet, Frühstück mit selbstgebackenem Brot und allem, was das Herz begehrt. Die Eigentümer sind herzlich und hilfsbereit. Einziger Haken: Ab 1. September ist in diesem Resort alles geschlossen, ein längerer Aufenthalt im Herbst ist daher nicht empfehlenswert, wohl aber als Zwischenstop. Erste Adresse für Wintersportler.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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Fantastische lodge in skie gebied
Het is een prachtige lodge met een heerlijk ontbijt. Eigenaresse zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam.

10/10 Excellent

alainS, Luxemburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tolles selbstgebackenes Brot, das mit das beste Frühstück auf unserer Kanada Reise

8/10 Good

D, Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
bed and breakfast agréable
Accueil chaleureux,chambre petite mais propre,petit déjeuner tres agreable et copieux,belle vue sur montagne,l'hotel est sur les hauteurs de Golden à 14 km dans une petite station d'altitude appelée Kicking horse resort;beau chalet ou on retournerait volontiers.

8/10 Good

W, Weesp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vriendelijk familiehotel
Verder afgelegen van Golden plaats en autoweg, dan verwacht