Let us tell you there are some seriously cool places to stay across the country. Despite not all of these inclusions being motels or *technically* retro, they all have that old-school vibe and feel of an era gone by. Here are 7 retro motels!
Less- The June MotelMotelClosed Now9 AM – 12 PM, 3 – 8 PM
This spot definitely mixes the retro and minimalist aesthetics to create the millennial’s dream motel. And that means you’ll definitely be able to snag an Instagram photo or two while staying here. Not to mention they have two locations in Prince Edward County and Sauble Beach with plenty to do in both spots. Or you can just kick back, relax and treat yourself.
- Hotel Zed - KelownaHotel
To kick off our list of retro motels in Canada let’s check out BC’s Hotel Zed. This spot actually has three locations in Kelowna, Tofino, and Victoria. So if you want a pop of color with your stay you can’t go wrong with Zed. Their rooms come complete with retro decorations like vintage rotary phones. And they even have roller skates, skateboards, and cruiser bikes for your use.
- Lamphouse By BasecampHotel
If you’re headed to the Rockies and want a boutique hotel with drive-up convenience, the Lamphouse is for you. Rooms at this spot come furnished with MCM inspire furniture and you can enjoy a hot tub with mountain views. So treat yourself while exploring the great outdoors.
- The Burrard HotelHotel
It’s hard to imagine that motel-style accommodations still exist in the heart of BC but they sure do! However, The Burrard definitely takes motels to the next level with a retro interior, Nespresso machines, and free bike rentals. So if you’re planning a trip to Vancouver, this might just be your spot.
- LakehouseHotel
This spot has those ‘rustic but make it modern’ vibes that are sure to make your stay in Manitoba nice and relaxing. Plus it’s located in Riding Mountain National Park so you can relax in style while getting out in the great outdoors. And if you ask us, it doesn’t get much better than that.
- Drake Motor InnMotel
We’re going to guess that you’ve heard of this spot but there’s a reason for that and it’s because it’s absolutely worth visiting. This hotel is full of unique rooms with cool decorations, paint jobs, and furniture. So if you’re all about aesthetics and the perfect spot for Instagram pics, you’ll definitely want to stay here.
- Train Station InnInn
One of our last picks is the most unique stay we’ve seen in a while, a train. Yes, that’s right, you can choose from not 1 but 9 different cabooses to stay in. So if you happen to be into trains, this is pretty much a dream come true. Not to mention, each train is decked out in funky train-appropriate decorations. So don’t miss out on this one, folks.
