Kelowna announces waterfront hotel plans and fitness centre operator review

The City of Kelowna has announced several major developments regarding its downtown waterfront and municipal facilities. The city is moving forward with plans to build a premier waterfront hotel at 289 Queensway Avenue, intending to partner with one of Marriott International’s brands. The project builds on the city’s 2025 acquisition of the property, which includes the Kelowna Downtown Marina, and the city is currently working with strategic advisory firm Avington to realize the development.

In a separate announcement, the city is initiating a competitive process for the future management of the H2O Adventure and Fitness Centre. The city will issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) to identify a long-term operator for the facility, which is currently managed by the YMCA of Southern Interior BC. The existing partnership with the YMCA remains in effect through 2028, and the YMCA has expressed its intention to submit a proposal to continue operations.