Hope

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Hope featuring a river or creek and tranquil scenes
Hope showing tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and mountains
Hope which includes tranquil scenes and a river or creek
Hope which includes a pebble beach
Hope showing tranquil scenes, a river or creek and a bridge

If you enjoy a town with a mountain range and a river, this lovely spot in British Columbia will give double the enjoyment.

Hope and its vicinity offer natural beauty and a lot more. Explore the natural splendour of Hope, including desert canyons, waterfalls, lush meadowlands and rainforests. Two rivers snake between the mountains of the Coast and Cascade ranges.

Reach the Othello Tunnels on foot from Hope along the Kettle Valley Trail. Driving is an option, although parking is limited at peak periods. Walk through five of these man-made railway tunnels that were built in 1914 to connect the Kootenay Region with the Pacific Coast. As you walk through the tunnels, appreciate the nod to Shakespeare given by the project engineer. Trains stopped running in the late 1950s, leaving a pathway for pleasant walks. Views between tunnels are breathtaking. Bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes.

Look around the town centre and notice over 30 carvings that illustrate why Hope is called the Chainsaw Carving Capital. The town hosts the biennial International Wood Carving Competition. Hike up Hope Mountain to Hope Lookout and look down on the town and its rivers, the Coquihalla and Fraser. The climb is moderate and ascends to the lookout point at an elevation of 1,600 feet (500 metres). Take your camera and hike from town to Landstrom Ridge for another incredible view.

Hire a guide for white sturgeon sport fishing. You may hook a fish measuring up to 10 feet (3 metres). Within easy driving distance from town is the Hell’s Gate Airtram that ferries people over the raging Fraser River between the two mountain ranges.

Drive 30 minutes or less from Hope to several parks, including Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park where the Othello Tunnels are located, as well as picturesque Silver Lake Provincial Park. Near Hope airport is an easy hike to Flood Falls that features a waterfall.

Appreciate Hope’s natural beauty. You may feel like you’re part of a movie set. That’s not far from the truth as this is where the cult movie Rambo: First Blood was filmed, among other Hollywood productions.

Hope Inn and Suites

Hope Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
377 Old Hope Princeton Way, Hope, BC
Stay at this hotel in Hope. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Art Walk ...
6.8/10 (878 reviews)
"Friendly front desk person, quiet and clean room. Beds were fine."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Hope Inn and Suites
Windsor Motel

Windsor Motel

2 out of 5
778 Third Avenue, Hope, BC
The price is HK$484 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
HK$484
HK$557 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Hope. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (447 reviews)
"The renovations are fantastic!"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Windsor Motel
Slumber Lodge Motel

Slumber Lodge Motel

2 out of 5
250 Fort St., Hope, BC
Stay at this motel in Hope. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Art ...
7/10 Good! (540 reviews)
"The room that I had was clean but a little shabby. It looks like efforts are being made to fix the place up though. Bed looks newish, flooring looks like it was replaced recently. There are lots of spider webs outside the door and the exterior paint is peeling.I didn’t use the pool but it looked ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Slumber Lodge Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Newly renovated, walking distance to amenities, close to many outdoor activities

Newly renovated, walking distance to amenities, close to many outdoor activities

Hope
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Hope. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Art Walk and Hope Arts Gallery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"The perfect place to stay in hope! Was super clean and nice, we really enjoyed the fire as well."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Newly renovated, walking distance to amenities, close to many outdoor activities
Stunning cabin,  rustic decorations, great view of Mts.,  expansive patio

Stunning cabin, rustic decorations, great view of Mts., expansive patio

Hope
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Hope. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sasquatch Caves and Heather Meadows ...
10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"The property was very clean, very well maintained and the cabin had every kitchen amenity you could ask for. I "hope" no pun intended, that we will get the opportunity to come back again. Stunning it is."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Stunning cabin, rustic decorations, great view of Mts., expansive patio
All New Retro Design Carriage House on the Fraser River

All New Retro Design Carriage House on the Fraser River

Hope
Stay at this apartment in Hope. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Heather Meadows Trail and Art Walk ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"The carriage house is spacious, well-appointed and meticulously clean. The location on the Fraser River is spectacular. We lucked into some fine summer weather and enjoyed sitting on the back of the property watching the world go by. See photo. Our hosts were solicitous and responsive to our needs. ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

All New Retro Design Carriage House on the Fraser River
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely town and people are all nice

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It’s a lovely wee place. My partner was excited to hear it was where Rocky was filmed.