Harrison Hot Springs Resort is situated on the shoreline of Harrison Lake in British Columbia, Canada, 90 miles east of Vancouver and less than three hours north of Seattle. It features a handful of thermal spring pools, a spa, dining on-site, plus overnight accommodations.
This pet-friendly, rustic resort had welcomed travelers since 1886 when the first hotel was built alongside five hot mineral springs pools. By then, indigenous peoples of the area had been visiting the springs for hundreds of years.
Natural Hot Springs Pools
This beautiful resort showcases five natural mineral pools heated geothermally. There is a high dissolved mineral content in the waters, approximately 1,3000 parts per million. Like other hot springs, they offer a range of benefits, from improving your skin tone to removing toxins from the kidneys and bowels.
The five total pools, two inside “quiet zones” and three outside, are open daily from 8 am to 11 pm. However, only adults are permitted after 10 pm.
- Indoor sitting pool – Great for soaking and runs 100-103° Fahrenheit (38-40° Celsius). It’s a relaxing temperature for longer soaks promoting the healing of body aches and mental stress.
- Indoor crescent pool – This is cooler and averages 90°F (32°C). It’s great for a swim and to cool off after soaking in the hotter pools.
- Outside adult sitting pool – The water here comes piping hot from the source, but is cooled to a very comfortable 90-95°F (32-35°C). The nature setting here includes a waterfall, plants, and various rock formations.
- Outside family pool – This is the larger of the two outdoor soaking pools and is kept a little warmer at 95°F (35°C). This one has a ramp to walk into the pool and is surrounded by a non-skip deck with heated frost-proof clay tile.
- Outside lap pool – The third and final outdoor pool is kept around 87°F (30°C) and is perfect for exercise and getting your laps. in.
Lodging
Five buildings offer a variety of lodging choices with all the conveniences. Some of the lodging rooms boast views of Mount Breckenridge and Harrison Lake.
The resort has both hotel rooms and cottages, all located within walking distance of the thermal springs. If you’re bringing your dog, the West Wing and cottages both provide pet-friendly rooms.
- Heritage Building 1 Bed | Family Room | Junior Suite | Queen/Single
- One Bedroom Cottage
- Deluxe Lake View King
- Lake View King | Two Queen
- Mountain View King | Two Queen
- Superior Lake View King
- Village View King | Two Queen
- West Tower Executive Lake View One Bed | Two Queens
- West Tower Executive Pool View One Bed | Two Queens
- West Tower Lake View King | Two Queens
- West Tower Pool View One King | Two Queens
- West Tower Walkout Two Queens
- West Wing Garden View One King | Two Queens
- West Wing Lake View Two Queens
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Dining
There are four food options including a dining room, two cafes, and a bar and lounge.
- The Copper Room – temporarily closed
- Lakeside Cafe – buffet breakfast from 7 am to 11 am and dinner service from 5 pm to 10 pm daily
- Miss Margaret’s Cafe – a great place for grab-and-go and Starbucks coffee, open every day from 7:30 am to 3 pm
- Islands Bar – this Lobby Lounge & Outdoor Patio (weather permitting) is the favorite place for a craft beer, glass of wine, or flavorful cocktail, imbibe daily 3 pm to 10 pm
Healing Springs Spa
There is a full-service spa on the property for additional pampering. It’s open Wednesday to Monday (closed Tuesday) from 10 am to 6 pm. There’s a delightful menu aimed at improving your health, both mind and body.
Relaxing music and a cascading waterfall set the tone when you enter the Healing Springs Spa. The massage tables are heated, with a dim ambiance. The treatments combine ancient knowledge and modern therapies.
Choose from massage, facial, hand and footwork, body wraps, and plenty of beauty services to keep you feeling your best.
Other Activities
Meeting facilities include over 21,000 square feet of conference and banquet space, accommodating up to 500 guests at a time. The resort is a popular wedding spot in addition to business meetings and conferences.
Harrison Lake Marina offers fishing charters, and an air tram provides spectacular views of the Fraser Canyon Gorge. Considered a mecca for musicians and artists, the city of Harrison Hot Springs is a gateway to Sasquatch Provincial Park, which includes the Deer Lake and Hicks Lake campgrounds.
Details
Address: 100 Esplanade Avenue, BC V0M 1K0, Canada
Resort Phone: 604-796-2244
Spa Phone: 604-796-4746
Season: Year-round
Website: harrisonresort.com