Golden Travel Guide

  Golden, British Columbia, Canada
by Tricky_Dicky69
 
  • Golden, British Columbia, Canada
      Golden, British Columbia, Canada
    by Tricky_Dicky69
  • Golden, British Columbia, Canada
      Golden, British Columbia, Canada
    by Tricky_Dicky69
  • Legendz Diner
      Legendz Diner
    by DSwede
  • Mary's Motel
      Mary's Motel
    by DSwede
  • The Kicking Horse Grill
      The Kicking Horse Grill
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Things to Do  

Snowmobiling at Kicking Horse

Snowmobiling at Kicking Horse, Golden

 tanee83 Says:  White N Wild Adventures provides the best snowmobiling tours!! I payed $250 for a full day, which included a shuttle bus from my hotel in Banff (about 2 or so hour drive), full day of snowmobiling with guided tour, hire of all the clothing and protective gear I required,... 

Not a wolf conservation organization

Not a wolf conservation organization, Golden

 sinjabc Says:  Northern Lights Wildlife Wolf CentreI thought this wolves facility would be focused on conservation and protection organization for wolves. It is a place where wolves born in captivity live when not starring in film and television projects.The tour guide does talk an... 

Hotels  

Kicking Horse River Chalets

 1 Review and 7 Opinions  I cannot say much about this place because I have never been there. I found this place on the... 

Travelodge Golden

 1 Review and 0 Opinions  Double room: 110,00 $, 89,04 €, 125,40 CAD (just accommodation); free parking in the complex, and... 

Hotels  

Alpenrose Cabins & Lodge: Alpenrose, a big surprise

Alpenrose Cabins & Lodge: Alpenrose, a big surprise, Golden

 lisabebbo Says:  Me and my husband stayed at Alpenrose lodge last august for 2 nights, in a romantic and big room with private bath and wireless Internet access. The room was very clean and comfortable, the staff very friendly.The breakfast was super and different every day: the owner is a... 

Mary's Motel: Comfortable and economic

Mary's Motel: Comfortable and economic, Golden

 DSwede Says:  Mary's Motel is nothing special, but it is comfortable enough. The rooms are clean but rather basic. The walls are thick so the rooms stay both warm and quiet at night.The office closes a little early (~9pm) for a motel. If you will arrive after this time, call ahead and the... 

Pine Cones B & B: Perfect option for famillies.

Pine Cones B & B: Perfect option for famillies., Golden

 Tricky_Dicky69 Says:  Pine Cones B & B is actually a self contained 2 bedroom suite which suited us fine as we were travelling as 2 couples. We stayed one night as a stopover on our trip from Banff to Vancouver. The rooms were fairly compact but were clean and equipped with all that we needed.... 

Sportsman Lodge: Great comfortable and affordable hotel

Sportsman Lodge: Great comfortable and affordable hotel, Golden

 sinjabc Says:  I was pleasantly surprised by the comfort and affordability of this hotel room. Decent sized bathroom with fresh towels. $120 per night. The pool is small, but the waterslide is fun. The only drawback was the hot tub had this weird foam on it that made our swimming suits... 

Restaurants  

ABC Restaurant: Decent breakfast at ABC Restaurant

ABC Restaurant: Decent breakfast at ABC Restaurant, Golden

 sinjabc Says:  We had breakfast at ABC in Golden before heading to Banff. The food was good, but the service was very slow and infrequent eventhough the restaurant was not very busy.Still worth it for decent food at reasonable prices. I would return to this restaurant in Golden. I had... 

Legendz Diner: '50s Style Diner

Legendz Diner: '50s Style Diner, Golden

 DSwede Says:  I read some reviews of this place after going there. Many commented that the service was sub par and that the food was that of a greasy truck stop. I have no idea what those people were talking about. Our service what quite nice and prompt. The restaurant is a diner, so... 

The Turning Point Restaurant, Golden B.C.: Spoilt for choice!

The Turning Point Restaurant, Golden B.C.: Spoilt for choice!, Golden

 Tricky_Dicky69 Says:  We dined at The Turning Point Restaurant when we stayed in Golden for one night on our way through from while driving from Banff to Vancouver. It was early evening on a week night in early May so the place was pretty quiet. The menu is very extensive, to say the least, and... 

The Kicking Horse Grill: Ideal for a special occasion.

The Kicking Horse Grill: Ideal for a special occasion., Golden

 Tricky_Dicky69 Says:  We didn't actually eat here but just stopped off for a quick drink. The restaurant is very nice inside - much better than it looks from outside!!! The menu was varied and interesting but I seem to remember that it was a little expensive so maybe somewhere for a special... 

The Mad Trappers

The Mad Trappers, Golden

 Redang Says:  Very nice atmosphere with a terrace overlooking the river and the surrounding mountains. Furthermore, very nice staff. 

Sports & Outdoors  

River Rafting
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hokeypokey 88 reviews

White Water Rafting is one of the fun sports to do here. The companies take you on tours of different lenghts and degrees of difficulty, rafting the Kicking Horse River.
At certain points you can take the chance, jump into the water and float along and over currents. Even though also in mid-summer the water is only about 4°C it´s worth the fun.

Equipment: All gear is supplied by the companies. But you can bring your own teewah`s if you like. Otherwise they´ll have wetsuits, slippers and lifevests ready for you.

Written Oct 7, 2003

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General Info

General Info, Golden

 Redang Says:  * Town of GoldenPO Box 350 810 S. 9th Avenue Golden. B.C. V0A 1H0 - Tel.: (+1) 250 344 22 71 - Fax: (+1) 250 344 65 77 - Internet:: www.town.golden.bc.ca- Email: admin@town.golden.bc.ca * Golden Area Iniciatives512-8th Ave NBox 20190Golden, B.C.V0A 1H0- Tel.: (+1)... 

One of the Best Places in Canada

One of the Best Places in Canada, Golden

 nautilus32 Says:  My favourite thing about golden is the overall natural beauty of it and the laid back atmosphere. You really just have to get out and meet the people in the town, very friendly with a very laid back approach to life. Combine this with the overall scenery and it's a place... 

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