Penticton's cheap motels cluster around Skaha Beach and Okanagan Beach, offering budget-friendly rates for travelers who want to spend less on lodging and more on wine tours or water sports. Most properties include free parking, free Wi-Fi, and seasonal outdoor pools, with many adding BBQ areas and playgrounds. Rooms typically come with a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker, while select units offer full kitchenettes. Expect nightly rates well under CAD 150, even during summer peak season.
Top-rated options include Valley Star Motel (Superb 90), which features mountain-view patios and a children's playground, and Empire Motel (Fabulous 89) with its heated pool and garden seating. Traveler's Motel Penticton (Fabulous 87) offers a hot tub and fully equipped kitchens in suites, while Beachside Motel (Very Good 81) sits 300 m from Skaha Lake and has a dedicated kids' playground. For a saltwater pool, Riverside Motel is a solid choice, just two blocks from Okanagan Beach.