Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa

Located less than two hours from Vancouver on Harrison Lake in the town of Harrison Hot Springs is the world-famous Harrison Hot Springs Resort Hotel.

It’s a full-service hotel and spa known for its beautiful setting and five natural hot mineral spring pools.

This article contains the following information about the resort:

Harrison Hot Springs Resort Location | Hotel Hot Springs and Other Amenities | More About the Hotel | Other Information

The Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa

Originally built in 1886, the Harrison Hot Springs Resort is an iconic part of the town of Harrison Hot Springs. Known for its signature hot springs after which the town is famously named, the resort is home to some of British Columbia’s most well-known swimmable mineral pools.

People come from around the world to stay at the resort, soak in its waters and admire the stunning views of Harrison Lake. It’s an incredibly beautiful spot!

Location

The Harrison Hot Springs Resort can be found at 100 Esplanade Avenue in the town of Harrison Hot Springs in the Fraser Valley. It’s about a 90-minute drive from Vancouver in good traffic.

The resort is located on the southern shore of Harrison Lake on the westernmost point of this small picturesque town. Restaurants, shops and boat launch facilities are all within easy walking distance, and the lake is just outside the hotel.

Harrison Hot Springs Pool — The outdoor swimming pool

Hotel Hot Springs and Other Amenities

The Harrison Resort is most famous for its naturally-fed hot springs mineral pools. There are five pools on-site. These include three outdoor pools of varying temperatures, with one being a 1,000-square foot adults-only pool. There are also two indoor pools near the spa, one of which is a hot pool and the other being slightly cooler.

The water in the pools has one of the highest concentrations of dissolved mineral solids of any natural hot springs in BC. The hottest gets up to 40 degrees Celsius (or 103 degrees Fahrenheit). Other pools range in temperature between 30 degrees Celsius (or 86 degrees Fahrenheit), which is good for swimming in, and around 35 degrees Celsius (or 95 Fahrenheit).

Directly beside the main pool is a small fitness centre. The place is equipped with both cardio and strength training equipment. Other fitness activities on-site include a tennis court and walking trails by the lake.

The Resort also owns a marina that extends into the lake. Folks can book eco tours which explore the area’s wildlife and fauna, or water sports equipment including jet skis and power boats. The Harrison Lake Waterpark is also pretty much right outside the hotel.

Harrison Lake Water Park — Harrison Lake and Water Park in Summer

Healing Springs Spa

The Harrison Resort is also home to the Healing Springs Spa. Healing Springs is a full service spa offering treatments such as massages, facials and manicures.

Guests who book a massage or other treatment at the Healing Springs Spa also receive a day pass to use the hotel’s mineral pools.

Dining at the Harrison Resort

The Harrison Hot Springs Resort has three restaurants on-site. Options include the Copper Room, Lakeside Cafe and Islands Bar, as well as a small cafe called Miss Margaret’s in the lobby.

The Copper Room is the fanciest of the three options. The historic place is known for its sit-down dinners, sometimes with live entertainment. There is even a dance floor in the middle of the restaurant.

The Lakeside Cafe is a family-friendly restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner. It also has a patio and great views of Harrison Lake.

Finally, Islands Bar is a lounge-style restaurant. The place serves cocktails and traditional bar food and also has a patio with views of the lake.

Harrison Hot Springs Pools at Night — The hot springs at night

More About the Hotel

Below is some additional information to help you make the most of your stay.

All rooms are non-smoking. This includes outside balconies. There are, however, designated smoking areas outdoors on the hotel’s grounds.
You can take your dog for an additional fee.  Just be sure to tell the hotel about your pet when booking your room.
The highlight of the resort is the hot springs, and you can only use them if you are a registered guest or have a day pass from the Healing Springs Spa. If staying somewhere else and not using the spa, be sure to check out the public pool in town. It’s not nearly as fancy – it’s kind of like an older indoor public swimming pool. It uses water from the same source though and is nice enough.
Harrison is a great place to visit any time of the year. In late April and May there are spring flowers. In the summer there are water sports activities. From late September until early November there are autumn colours, and from October until early December there are salmon spawning in the river and thousands of bald eagles. In winter it can be cold, which makes the hot springs even more enjoyable!
The resort sometimes has special rates and packages, especially in the off-peak seasons. To see what’s being offered, click Resort Specials.
We’ve stayed at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort a couple of times and loved it! Other places we’ve enjoyed include the Harrison Beach Hotel which is just a couple of blocks away, and the Sandpiper Resort which is fabulous (especially for people who like golf). It’s a 15-minute drive away, up the river, in nearby Harrison Mills.