Nestled among the garden surroundings, Schell Motel offers a peaceful retreat with WiFi and dry cleaning services. Unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool or simply enjoy convenient free self parking.
Reviews
5.45.4 out of 10
Popular amenities
Pool
Pet-friendly
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (7)
Daily housekeeping
Seasonal outdoor pool
Air conditioning
Garden
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is CA $69
CA $69
CA $80 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Room options
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Standard Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Comfort Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Canal view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Gallery Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
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Deluxe Room
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
City view
Sleeps 7
1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre, Vernon, BC
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre, Vernon, BC
Davison Orchards Country Village - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Vernon Golf and Country Club - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Village Green Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Getting around
Kelowna Intl. Airport (YLW) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
A&W Restaurant - 9 min walk
Boston Pizza - 12 min walk
The Roxy Cafe - 7 min walk
Raku Rice & Noodle Bar - 3 min walk
The Kal - 8 min walk
About this property
Schell Motel
When you stay at Schell Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Okanagan Lake. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails.
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
Hotel size
32 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Skiing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Facilities
Garden
Seasonal outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Smart television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of CAD 300 will be collected before check-in
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: CAD 100 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to October 31
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number 00058457
Frequently asked questions
Does Schell Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Schell Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Schell Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Schell Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 20 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of CAD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Schell Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Schell Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Schell Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around Schell Motel like?
Schell Motel is located a short 8-minute walk from Polson Park.
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Reviews
5.4
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4.8/10
Cleanliness
5.6/10
Staff & service
4.8/10
Amenities
4.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
5.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Family friendly
Outdoor pools
Kitchen
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2025
Tyra
Tyra, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
Very warm in the rooms for a cold day, owners are very nice. Even though some people might think it’s low because of the area I was happy and felt welcomed once the owner helps me at the front desk. :)
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Dec 19, 2024
Had to move room twice. First room had water/floor
Chad
Chad, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Nov 18, 2024
Not going back there anymore.
The place itself smells odd lik cigar smoke and some unpleasant stuff. Lots of questionable people hanging around. I just didnt feel comfortable so I checked out asap.
Maria Aura
Maria Aura, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 5, 2024
Yong
Yong, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
Was nice.
Dalyce
Dalyce, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 26, 2024
The receptionist/ owner I presume was so rude and took 250 for dd and as we wanted to leave at 9:15 he wasn’t in the office and trying to get hold of him seem to be still sleeping told me that he may be in until 10:30 or 11 with out explaining and didn’t wanna give me the dd back until I got mad and wanted to called the police I was leaving bc and had to call him several times was the worse person I have meet and there’s a lot of weird people always hanging around felt really uncomfortable and unsafe
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 16, 2024
Daily cost was good
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 8, 2024
The property was full of high drug addicts and. The hot tub was luke warm at best, and advertised heated pool was freezing cold. Would never recommend anyone to stay there... very unsafe
Adam
Adam, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2024
Jeremy
Jeremy, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
James
James, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Great services
Doris
Doris, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 1, 2024
Tristan
Tristan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 1, 2024
I have been staying at the schell motel every year for the past 6 years to visit my grandparents in Vernon and wow has this place gone to the dumps. The first room we were given wasn’t cleaned, and clearly had been smoked in as well within being there for 2 minutes we had a homeless gentleman knocking on our door. We then transferred to a room upstairs which had cigarette burns in all of the bedding. And again had homeless people banging on our door at 7 in the morning, my daughter and I felt extremely unsafe. Clearly the drug addicted homeless have now moved into this motel, and the staff don’t do anything to maintain it. The pool wasn’t cleaned and filled with leaves plus we had to open it ourselves in the middle of the day. We will never stay here ever again, I miss the little old lady who used to run the motel. She was amazing. 10/10 do not recommend staying there.
Lehla
Lehla, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 1, 2024
The pool and hot tub were filthy, the room itself was dirty, the shower and shower curtain were disgusting.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 29, 2024
Very run down hotel. Arrived to four police coming out of office. People screaming and arguing through the night. Front desk attendant was very inattentive. Room dirty, run down. Positive: good location.
Tristan
Tristan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 28, 2024
Run down and over priced
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 27, 2024
Room we were first set up in smelled like an ash tray, had dirty towels on the floor, so we moved to another room. Questionable characters coming and going (drug users) Pool out of order, broken chairs, most certainly not looking like the photos advertised.
Gord
Gord, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
These units need a LOT of work.
Not enough outlets.
The one behind the TV has 6 things plugged into it including microwave and fridge.
Bathtub does not drain.
Desk and furniture way too large for the size of the unit. Can get to the few outlets they have.
Volume on TV did not work with remote so sound was full blast
Has 12 cup coffee maker and they supply 2 individual coffee packets typically used in individual cup machines.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 21, 2024
The room we stayed in had bugs in the bathroom. The room smelled like an ashtray, it hadn't been cleaned in at least two week from all the dust/dirt and past guests receipt on the floor. The floors were so dirty that threw out the socks when had worn inside because they turned pitch black and we had to wear our shoes inside for the rest ofnthe stay.
Jesse
Jesse, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 19, 2024
Front desk staff were really nice & helpful.
Area was a bit sketchy.
Tired old motel with some permanent residents outside drinking.
Sara
Sara, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 18, 2024
Cherish
Cherish, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 18, 2024
My stay was not good. Very dirty, smelly and a unsafe area.
Sonja
Sonja, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 8, 2024
I slept on a pull out bed but there was no sheets or pillows for it. I went to the drive-in and didn't get back till 2:00 so couldn't tell anyone, too late.
I did inform manager in the morning. They did nothing to compensate me for the mess up. I had a terrible sleep and needed a 4 hour nap the next day. I had to use the blanket off the double bed to lay on and the bedspread as my blanket. The chairs by the pool were broken.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 6, 2024
Meth head/ Pill Popper Heaven! Stay Away!
First of all, I have never actually taken the time to leave any kind of a review for any hotel found on Hotels.com other than a thumbs up!
Unfortunately the Schell Motel also known as Vernon's Grand Central Station for dope deals, is by far the absolute worst hotel/motel, I have ever come across. For comparison this place is on par with the former Albany and Barry Hotels in Saskatoon, (Google for reference). To say I was deceived by the pics on the internet would be abit of an understatement. On day 1 of our "family trip" I was greeted by the two trolls that "manage" this dump. About an hour later while I sat on the patio after unpacking, I watched the female troll lean the hood of my truck with one of their many "longterm tenants" aka meth head/pill popper and then proceed to start writing on the hood of my $80k truck! After I called her out from the patio and walked down the stairs to see the damage, she first tried to deny writing anything then immediately admitted to her stupidity. On our first night I must have witnessed atleast 50 drug transactions take place out of suite 101, aka Vernon's #1 drug dealer as my neighbor Jon in suite 207 put it. In the am after grabbing a Timmies and while waiting for my wife/kids to wake-up I sat on the patio and watched "my"/ "your" tax dollars hard at work, as the paramedics administered Narcan! Male Troll is fully aware of this BS, and is 100% ok with it! He says they're slowly moving them out. Liar!
Hotels.com should be ashamed!