A Quirky Getaway At This Canadian Hotel Chain Will Take You Straight Back To The '70s

When you're going on vacation, choosing a hotel is often the least exciting part of the planning. Most generic hotels offer similar experiences and come with the same old amenities: a hotel bar, overpriced snacks in the lobby, and the occasional swimming pool. But what if the hotel you chose ended up being the star of your vacation? For travelers (or locals) looking to visit a city in British Columbia, consider booking your stay at one of Hotel Zed's three retro-chic hotel locations. Whether you're visiting Victoria, Tofino, or Kelowna, Hotel Zed is dedicated to groovy, nostalgic fun. It's also "Rainbow Registered" by Canada's LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce, making it a welcoming environment for all, including pets. 

With bold colors and designs covering every inch of the hotel, you will have no choice but to walk through Hotel Zed with an extra pep in your step. The proudly Canadian hotel chain aims to embrace individuality and inclusivity not only through their client base but also through their range of amenities offered for guests. Perfect for families looking to play or couples looking for an exciting weekend getaway, Zed is the life of the party.

Depending on the location you visit, you can expect different amenities and groovy experiences. In Kelowna, zip around with free bike or roller skate rentals or challenge your friends to a match at the Ping Pong lounge. Take a trip upstairs to one of three rooftop patios to lounge, grill some dinner, or enjoy the hotel's seasonal rooftop parties.

You can see several of the British Columbia Tofino Village location's amenities and experiences in the Instagram video by @foodiegramca, including the designated bike path snaking through the lobby as well as the moss green sunken living room. Visitors can try their luck at finding the secret arcade (hint: pull the right book!), get their cards read at the Psychic's Den, or decompress in the rainforest barrel sauna.

Older Gen Xers will feel like they time-traveled to their childhood with a visit to Grandma's Basement in the Victoria location. Seeing the classic gaudy orange-green color scheme with funky patterned walls is a blast from the past. Visitors can also splash around in the year-round indoor pool or lie out in the grassy backyard. All locations have pet-friendly rooms and retro workspaces for folks who need to get things done on the go. No matter which Canadian destination you choose, you can be sure that you'll be in for a groovy, fun time.