Firstly, the downtown location is second-to-none with the City Park full of huge trees across the street and direct views of Okanagan Lake and the Downtown Marina. A quick walk across the park leads to the Waterfront Promenade / Boardwalk where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll along the lake. If you prefer shopping or dining, there are plenty of options nearby and within walking distance.
The massive windows that span almost the entire west side of the unit offer stunning views, as does the balcony.
The beds and linens were comfortable and it was nice that there was a choice of bed pillows suitable for different types of sleepers (side, back, stomach.) It was noted in the condo manual that one of the bedrooms can get warm, so the owner has supplied a remote-controlled Dyson fan; this could serve dual purpose and provide white noise if needed. Both bedrooms have televisions with Netflix.
The ensuite bathroom is quite large and has double vanities, a rain shower, and a stand alone tub; the other bathroom has a tub/shower combo, and both bathrooms have multiple lights and switches which provide excellent lighting for makeup application (inadequate lighting is a common problem in many hotels and other rentals.) Both bathrooms have 1 litre bottles of Aveda shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, along with a blow dryer, flat iron, and hand held mirror in the ensuite. There are plenty of white fluffy towels for daily use as well as towels specifically for the beach. Note that the ensuite bathroom door is a sliding barn door and doesn’t lock, so if you prefer extra privacy you may wish to use the other bathroom.
The kitchenware was extensive including Riedel wine glasses, Henkel and Laguiole knives, a Kitchenaid mixer, Cuisinart coffee maker and a French coffee press, etc. Some of the other extras and pantry items we appreciated were: a selection of coffees and teas, flavoured vinegars, oils and sprays, a huge variety of spices, and condiments.
There is a designated parking stall that is semi-underground and can only be accessed by swiping a fob that unlocks and opens an automatic gate. If renting a vehicle during your stay, do not get anything bigger than a mid-size, as the spot is a bit tight with it being in an older building.
(One thing to be cognizant of during the summer months in downtown Kelowna is that it gets very busy and noisy; location is something to consider if you have young children who need to nap and/or go to bed early.)