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The Approach Hotel

2.0 star property
Ski-in/ski-out mountain adventures await with direct access to Panorama Mountain Ski Area, plus two outdoor pools for post-adventure relaxation

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The Approach Hotel offers direct access to Panorama Mountain Ski Area and Mile 1 Quad Express. Unwind in the sauna or spa tub, book a massage, or enjoy on-site mini golf. Two restaurants serve meals all day. Hiking, biking, and snowboarding are also available.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Panorama, The Approach Hotel is in the mountains. Panorama Mountain Ski Area and Mile 1 Quad Express are worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Rk Heliski and Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Toby Chairlift and Red Carpet are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with ski runs and ski lifts, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing and snow tubing. Visit our Panorama travel guide
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2040 Summit Dr, Panorama, BC, V0A 1T0

What's nearby

  • Panorama Mountain Ski Area which includes snow shoeing, mountains and snow
    Panorama Mountain Ski Area
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Village Gondola
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mile 1 Quad Express
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Red Carpet
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Greywolf Golf Course
    4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Cranbrook, BC (YXC-Canadian Rockies Intl.)
    124 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alto Kitchen & Bar
    5 min walk
  • T Bar & Grill
    7 min walk
  • Fireside Cafe & Lounge
    8 min walk
  • Jack Pine Pub
    5 min walk
  • Picnic Café
    7 min walk

About this property

The Approach Hotel

Family-friendly hotel near Panorama Mountain Ski Area
Located close to Mile 1 Quad Express and Red Carpet, The Approach Hotel provides a golf course, a corner/local shop and shopping on-site. Hit the slopes at this hotel, offering ski-in/ski-out access, downhill skiing and cross-country skiing. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or hot tub, and indulge in a massage. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as mountain biking and snowboarding. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with mini golf and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, 3 outdoor tennis courts and express check-out
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), a billiards/pool table and a lift
Room features
All 57 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Downhill skiing
  • Golf course
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1981
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, December, November, February, March and April:
  • Children's club
  • Sauna
  • Swimming pool
  • Water park

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from July to August

Property is also known as

Pine Inn Mountain Village
Pine Inn Panorama Mountain Village
Pine Panorama Mountain Village
Pine Inn Panorama Mountain Resort
Pine Inn Mountain Resort
Pine Panorama Mountain
Panorama Mountain Resort Pine Inn
Mountain Resort Pine Inn
Pine Inn at Panorama Mountain Resort
Pine Inn at Panorama Mountain Village
The Approach Hotel Hotel
The Approach Hotel Panorama
The Approach Hotel Hotel Panorama
Panorama Mountain Resort Pine Inn

Frequently asked questions

Does The Approach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is The Approach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Approach Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Approach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Approach Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Approach Hotel located?

Located in the mountains, this Panorama hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access, and is within a 10-minute walk of Toby Chairlift, Mile 1 Quad Express and Rk Heliski. Panorama Mountain Ski Area and Red Carpet are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Approach Hotel Reviews

6.4

6.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 597 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice renovated room. Older hotel so yes there is some noise. They provided ear plugs but were not necessary. Great ski in/out
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nemat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room and location! They even accommodated, so we could stay an extra night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean-Roch

I think the property can be a little bit cleaner. Great view, Hot tub is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mikolaj

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facility, family friendly. Only minus - no AC and only so so dining close by
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service & amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Excellent family holiday!!!

There is lots of activities to do at the resort. The rooms are clean and beds are comfortable. There is no ac in the room so I would recommend packing a fan. We loved all the activities right at the resort!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bon Vizmark

Liked: Amenities
The property was mice and clean. Accessible to everything. We love our stay and definitely we’ll comeback. 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ski in ski out location with ski storage and a coffee shop!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, room is comfortable and quiet. Close to lift chair and restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Claudius

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, Quiet Safe, Will Return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, lots of things to do. Pool was a bit crowded with screaming kids. Too bad no adults only pools lol. Also only one restaurant open, wish more choices. Staff was great. Everything way overpriced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Rooms are comfortable. Building no elevator, difficult with lot of luggage and kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was clean resort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are nicely renovated and very comfortable, the hallways need a refresh but that didn’t bother us too much as we didn’t spend a lot of time there. Our family really enjoyed the pool area, the water slides, the beautiful surroundings and all the fun activities the area has to offer, we’re hoping to go back again next year, it was so fun, definitely a highlight of our summer! The hotel staff was wonderful and kind, especially when my son ended up breaking his arm while on a bike ride in the area and had to go to the hospital in Invermere for x-rays and to get a cast the morning when we were supposed to check out. The hotel staff understood our situation and was very graceful in allowing us to check out later than the usual time given that we had to go to urgent care that morning. Thank you for being so accommodating and understanding!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All services was grate!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great stay. The Approach room didn't have a fridge which was a little inconvenient but there is a shared ice machine and microwave. The room was clean and quiet with a great view from the balcony. Restaurants were close by with excellent food. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Stair climber

Comfy bedding, clean room once you get there. No elevator so dragging luggage up stairs was less than ideal. No balcony, no microwave but the pool was nice, after you did those stairs as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hot pool annd mountain surroundings Room is newly renovated and in a good state. Only downside is lack of daily room cleaning and air conditioning. When it’s 34 degrees outside it’s pretty warm inside and takes forever to cool down. If they even added portable a/c would probably improve the hotel immensely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lindsey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was outdated, extremely noisey at all hours of the day and night. Geared towards a younger crowd looking to party. Not suitable for families or anyone looking for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great having a room facing the mountain and a private hot tub away from the main area. Food was excellent at the restaurants and we enjoyed walking everywhere and taking the lift up to trails. Note: rooms on 5th floor require walking up two flights of stairs. Also bring a hair dryer and kettle if you want those amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndee

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

Fantastic Stay in a Fantastic Area

This was our second stay at Panorama Mountain Resort but our first stay at The Approach Hotel. We stayed for 3 nights in July and used the location as a pit stop for trips out to other areas such as Golden and Lussier Hot Springs. We thoroughly enjoyed the heated pool and hot tubs, but really wished they would allow access later than 10:00 pm as the sun was just going down and we would have loved to continue relaxing in the peaceful scenery under the stars. The Approach is a self-serve type stay and we did not mind this in the least. More towels or other requests were easily placed with the main check in. The only snag we hit was calling T-Bar & Grill to order takeout - the phone was never answered so we had to walk over, order and then wait for food. Still not a big deal and the food was very good! The rooms were very nicely refinished, modern and clean and we appreciated that the toiletries in the shower were in locked dispensers instead of bottles that could possibly be tampered with. Such a great stay in an incredibly beautiful area - we will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We were there for a family reunion and had a good time. Found the wine was horribly overpriced. I understand they need to make a profit but to sell wine worth 20.00 in the store for 85.00 is a little over the top . The dinner food and breakfast were good. Not all the pools were open.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were way to hot, had no soup to wash you hands after using The facilities, Asked for soap to be delivered to the room, which never came. Room condition looked very beat up, even though it said on the website it had been renovated. Room was never serviced in our stay. Food out of the coffee shop below. It was cold when we ordered hot breakfast sandwiches. Food at the pub/TBar Was not great was not great. Food at the golf course though way better would recommend eating there. Attractions were good suggestion there would be offered two rides on the coaster instead of one. The swimming pool facility was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024