The Sentinel: 583+ Reviews, Prices, Photos & 2027 Schedule

About The Sentinel

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The Sentinel

Mission & Vision

The Sentinel exists to realize the full potential of humanity, creating a mindful world beyond convention through cutting edge transformative processes.

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Overlooking spectacular Kootenay Lake, the Lodge, with its massive windows and expansive deck affords breathtaking lake & mountain views. The Maloca, a magnificent round, timbered ceremonial and activity space, seems to float above the lake. A short stroll from the Lodge, the Sentinel's spa deck, with its unique wood-fired sauna and cedar-lined hot tub is a favourite gathering spot for guests, year-'round. 700' of lakefront, with deck, firepit and yoga area is a tranquil spring/summer area.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Guests rave about our food! Sentinel meals are prepared with ingredients sourced whenever possible from our organic, on-property garden. We can accommodate virtually any dietary requirement.

Getting Here

The Sentinel, Kaslo, BC, Canada

Directions

We are a 50-minute drive north of Nelson, BC, just outside the charming village of Kaslo. We are 9 hours by car from Vancouver, and 8 hours from Calgary. These drives are incredibly beautiful, wending through some of North America's most spectacular mountain terrain. There are flights (approx. 1 hour) from both Vancouver & Calgary to our nearest airport, in Castlegar, which is a scenic 1.5 hours from our door.

Driving from Nelson, follow highway 3A north to Balfour (Kootenay Lake ferry landing), and proceed another 20-25 minutes on Highway 31 north. There is a "Sentinel Retreat" blue road sign on the highway (approx. 60 km from Nelson). Slow down and prepare to take a sharp right turn onto Amundsen Road. The Sentinel is located at bottom of the hill. Please observe signs.

Customer Reviews

4.95 out of 5.0 average rating

C • Oct 21, 2026

5.0

Verified

Amazing Retreat centre

My stay at the Sentinel has been exceptional . Its beautiful location over looking Kootenay Lake. The quality of rooms, comfortable beds, delicious, lovingly prepared food. The space for workshops is amazingly spacious and a sacred place. Thank you for creating such a safe welcoming beautiful
place.
Blanche T

Anonymous • Oct 16, 2026

5.0

Verified

Always a valuable journey

Beautiful spaces, beautiful energies. Thank you !

Amber • Oct 15, 2026

5.0

Verified

Sentinel~ Magical Space

I have a longtime experience dancing the 5Rhythms. Conscious dance events bring a community of people of all ages and backgrounds together. It is both healthy and fun! There is an impressive sound system combined with magical lighting in Sentinel’s dance space. I am curious to explore other Sentinel offerings now that I’ve been there. Thank You…..

Louise • Oct 05, 2026

5.0

Verified

Relax, eat, sleep, retreat!

Amazing location, friendly staff and top notch accommodations!

Simon • Oct 03, 2026

5.0

Verified

Theresa J

My experience at the Sentinel was a solid 10/10 and I am not an easy marker! The level of professionalism and caring was extraordinary. The food, the accommodations and the experience were all superb! All of the practitioners were top-notch.

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About The Sentinel

Mission & Vision

Venue & Amenities

Meals

Menu Types

Getting Here

Directions

Customer Reviews

C • Oct 21, 2026

Amazing Retreat centre

Anonymous • Oct 16, 2026

Always a valuable journey

Amber • Oct 15, 2026

Sentinel~ Magical Space

Louise • Oct 05, 2026

Relax, eat, sleep, retreat!

Simon • Oct 03, 2026

Theresa J

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