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River Retreat Kananaskis

4.0 star property
Beachfront bed & breakfast with a 24-hour fitness centre

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Terrace/patio
Luxury Room, Mountain View
Restaurant

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$491
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

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288139 658 Ave W, Longview, AB, T0L 1H0
  • Place, Bar U Ranch National Historic Site
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Maggie's Diner
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of the Highwood
    ‪47 min drive‬

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Luxury Room, Mountain View

Luxury Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Cabin

Luxury Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Bar U Ranch National Historic Site - 28 min drive - 49.0 km
  • D'Arcy Ranch Golf Club - 45 min drive - 79.2 km
  • George Lane Park - 46 min drive - 72.0 km
  • Maggie's Diner - 47 min drive - 72.7 km
  • Museum of the Highwood - 47 min drive - 72.7 km

About this property

River Retreat Kananaskis

Beachfront bed & breakfast with a 24-hour fitness centre
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sandy beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with complimentary cabanas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at River Retreat Kananaskis such as a lazy river and a 24-hour fitness centre.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach bed & breakfast also offers a hot tub, a sauna and a garden. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star bed & breakfast.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 1200 sq ft of conference space
  • 111 sq. m of conference space
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
River Retreat Kananaskis offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Bathrooms include bathrobes, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Kananaskis Wellness and Conference has 2 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of CAD 50; reservation required
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Lazy river
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Lazy river

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Telescope
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: CAD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 50.00 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: CAD 50.00 per person, per stay
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness centre access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Housekeeping
  • Lending library access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately CAD 25.00 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 50.00
  • Spa fee: CAD 50 per stay
  • Hot tub fee: CAD 50 per stay
  • Firewood fee: CAD 20 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: CAD 50.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

River Retreat Kananaskis Longview
River Retreat Kananaskis Bed & breakfast
River Retreat Kananaskis Bed & breakfast Longview

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at River Retreat Kananaskis?

Yep, River Retreat Kananaskis has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at River Retreat Kananaskis?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Retreat Kananaskis on 4 Jan 2026 start from AU$382.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at River Retreat Kananaskis?

Yep, Kananaskis Wellness and Conference is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like beachside massages.

Does River Retreat Kananaskis have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What makes River Retreat Kananaskis a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a private beach, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at River Retreat Kananaskis.

Does River Retreat Kananaskis serve breakfast?

Yeah, local cuisine breakfast is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Retreat Kananaskis?

No, River Retreat Kananaskis does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at River Retreat Kananaskis?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at River Retreat Kananaskis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at River Retreat Kananaskis?

There is a golf course next to River Retreat Kananaskis.

River Retreat Kananaskis Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was qui
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

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

weekend getaway

beautiful place , clean quiet relaxing . Amazing owners .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnna

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

Kananaskis getaway

Beautiful property. Owners very friendly. Delicious home cooked food. A piece of paradise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the most unique, beautiful stays we have had, even after going to Greece. We felt so welcome , and all the special touches are truly made with love! We will definitely be back to stay longer. Thanks Jaxy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025