If you are looking for a place to get away from the crowds and enjoy some nature, the Sentinel would be an excellent choice. We didn't want to stay in an ordinary hotel room, so chose the Sentinel because it was right on the lake, with beautiful natural surroundings! The staff were extremely welcoming and helpful. Amazing breakfast the next day for $25.

We didn't realize that we needed to arrive before 5 pm in the evening. I don't remember the manager or guest services mentioning this to us.

I got wonderful and sincere welcome, my room was painstakingly prepared, the view, the sauna where stellar, and breakfast was outstanding. This is a special place run by with special people. My stress balloon was immediately deflated up one arrival. The vibe is so calm, and peaceful. The owner and all staff are chill and exceedingly friendly. These people truly care about their guests. I could not have had a better experience. World class. Can you get any better? I don’t think so.

The Sentinel is operated by the kindest, most humble staff you could ask for. The location is absolutely stunning, with breathtaking views and impeccably clean rooms. No matter how many nights you book, you’ll wish you had stayed longer. We love this place so much, we’ve chosen it as our wedding venue and the staff have been incredibly helpful and accommodating every step of the way.

The sentinel was so welcoming upon arrival.The vibe was so serene and peaceful,your giving a tour of the grounds by the way were so amazing and well kept. There is a presence of peacefulness as soon as you get there. Was able to turn off the outside world and just relax ,oh and by the way no tv or radio was so helpful. The wifi was great if you needed. The hosts were awesome great people and the food was five star . If your looking for a place that allows you to experience your inner peace and love for life I highly recommend the Sentinel.

Absolutely nothing

Gorgeous location, well-kept amenities, linens and bedding are quite luxurious and high quality. The staff are very warm and friendly. Stargazing is great. There are lots of cozy places to lounge or read or chat with tea. The hot-tub is the old-fashioned wooden kind and in great shape. There is also a plunge tub and shower, amenities most don't offer. There is lots of care and attention to detail in this facility. The Fletcher falls aren't far away and are well worth the hike.

The grounds are a bit messy because of construction. There's no mention of construction currently happening on the booking.com page. If we had stayed more than one night, it would've been noisy and not relaxing during the day. No breakfast during our stay, as the cook isn't always in. This isn't mentioned on the booking page, and it does say free breakfast. No AC.

The rooms are elegant and spotlessly clean, as are all the buildings you have access to. The landscaping and environment are so beautiful. Beds comfy, beautiful view, healing sessions are available, had an outstanding Shiatsu deep tissue massage with Peter in the Yurt.

View was excellent! Wood fire sauna was great! (Floorboard needs to be nailed or screwed down) French chef "Andrea" was incredible and so hospitable. She made us feel like the most important guests. Food was off the charts excellent! Greeting upon arrival was great! Grounds and room was clean and peaceful. Very well managed.

Hot tub needs a step to get in and out. Also needs something to assist with hot tub cover removal and replacement.

Beautiful location with each room overlooking Kootenay Lake. The resort is close to Fletcher Falls and Ainsworth Hot Springs. I loved the hot tub and sauna overlooking the lake and used them three times during our one night stay.

We had asked for an upper room and were situated in a lower room so had to listen to people walking around above us which is something we had tried to avoid. The beach and dock were being worked on so couldn't fully enjoy them.

The property was spectacular and created a feeling of transcendence. We only stayed one night, but our experience was so nice that it felt like we had spent several days there. The staff were incredibly welcoming to us and our dog Freyja, the breakfast was incredible, and the sauna/cold plunge tub in the cedar trees was magical. We left feeling rested and energized. Would visit again!

Nothing we didn’t like

The property was easy to get to and easy to find. As you step out of your vehicle, you feel the tranquility and peace envelope you. The views are absolutely amazing.

There could be more parking, however I do believe that development for more parking is happening. There really is nothing that I didn’t like.