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#1 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Luxurious, comfortable accommodations in a well-maintained 1930s building. Offers spacious rooms with unique decor, four-poster beds, and rain showers. Enjoy wonderful breakfast, afternoon tea, and snacks. Features include a cozy fireplace, jetted tubs, and EV charger.
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Kimberly B
@Kimbald79
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2023
Can't wait to go back......
"The room was exceptionally clean.. Bathroom was huge, big large mirror for getting ready was a bonus."
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#2 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Located in prime downtown spot with easy access to attractions. Features a popular pool, hot tub, spacious suites, beautiful lobby, top-floor restaurant, lounge, stunning views, and fabulous cocktails.
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#3 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Centrally located hotel offering spacious suites with stunning harbor views and large balconies. Features fully equipped kitchens, modern amenities and easy access to nearby shops and restaurants.
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Skye S
@519cindys
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2022
Unique and pleasant stay
"A lovely change from the usual higher end hotel chains.. Room was clean and spacious.. Service was very personable.. Staff was kind, super helpful and efficient, excellent valet service.. Enjoyed the sparkling fru..."
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#4 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Prime downtown Victoria location, close to harbour. Elegant boutique hotel with exceptional service. Highlights include daily turn-down service, complimentary chocolates, free bikes, and a Nespresso machine in rooms. Renovated corner rooms are spacious with fireplaces. Notable continental breakfast included.
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Angela W
@angelawJ1695IP
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2023
Family trip
"Our room was perfectly comfortable, we all enjoyed the pool, delicious food and excellent service."
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#5 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Conveniently located hotel near ferry terminal with harbor views. Offers modern, comfortable rooms, quality bedding, and spacious bathrooms. Features a lap pool, sauna, steam room, and gym.
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Adavies
@AliRog21
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2021
Best place to stay in Victoria!!!!
"Fantastic room, staff, pools, spa, food and views!! Perfect place to spend the weekend with your husband or girlfriends."
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#6 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Oceanfront hotel with spacious rooms, cozy fireplaces, and luxurious bedding. Known for its top-notch spa services, relaxing mineral pools, and exquisite dining. Offers serene atmosphere.
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Sujoy B
@Sujoy B
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
Superb stay!
"Excellent room overlooking the inner Harbour, seeing the sunset over the water and the distant mountains was gorgeous by itself."
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#7 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Elegant hotel with stunning views. Known for excellent service, high tea experience, and varied dining options. Features spacious, luxuriously appointed rooms. Special "Gold Floor" experience available.
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Dana M
@G6361FAdanam
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024
Awesome experience!
"Staff, very accommodating, room excellent, check in and check out easy, great balcony, everything you need, super friendly staff, very clean, 10/10"
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#8 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Quiet, boutique hotel located near city amenities and tourist attractions. Well-furnished suites with full kitchens. Noted for excellent service and unique attributes like premium coffee.
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alambot2022
@alambot2022
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2022
Amazing, relaxing holiday
"FABULOUS VIEW! Spacious living room; dining room; well equipped kitchen; 2 LARGE bathrooms; Friendly, helpful staff; great for tourists or locals, out of town guest or relatives."
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#9 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Ideal oceanfront location with beautiful views. Offers spacious, well-maintained rooms, spa, fitness facilities, and top-rated restaurant. Noteworthy for its modern amenities and convenient underground parking.
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Rick And Bev T
@RickAndBevT
Reviewed on May 18, 2023
Great 4 night Stay at the Zed Hotel
"Good things: Friendly accommodating staff, large quiet comfortable room, ample free parking, great outdoor hot tub and sauna, nice deck on the shore of a tidal basin, free laundry facilities, fun atmosphere, conve..."
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#10 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
70s-themed hotel with funky decor, outdoor hot tub, sauna, arcade games, and disco room. Provides various activities for all ages. Features French press coffee and curated food menu.
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Isabel H
@Isabel H
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2021
Our annual visit
"Our room was very clean and comfortable and we enjoyed a seating area to enjoy the view of the harbour."
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#11 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
This hotel boasts comfortable, renovated rooms with splendid harbor views. Enjoy easy downtown access, water taxis, and a scenic ocean walkway. Features a mixed-review club lounge and a praised on-site restaurant.
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colinamillard
@colinamillard
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2024
Great cabins on beach
"Friendly, family-oriented resort. Attractive cabins with lots of green space around and great views."
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#12 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Oceanfront cabins with stunning views in Tofino. Nearby adventure activities and dining options. Features clean, well-equipped kitchens and BBQs. Indoor pool, hot tub, and beach access.
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Z F
@932zf
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2023
Wonderful!
"We just wish there was a PS console in the great room ;-) Highly recommend and will come back soon 😊 Thank you very much"
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#13 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Well-maintained hotel in older building with comfortable, updated rooms. Offers amenities like games room, library, and a delicious continental breakfast. Complimentary e-bikes and kayaks available for guests. Near downtown and public transport.
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gabriolaislandtours
@gabriolaislandtours
Reviewed on Sep 1, 2022
Another great stay!
"Room was spacious with 2 large comfy chairs perfect for curling up with a great book."
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#14 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Well-kept hotel with comfortable rooms, great views, and friendly staff. Convenient waterfront location with water taxi stop. Amenities include indoor/outdoor pool, hot tub, and complimentary shuttle.
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Bed and Breakfast
Jay Robbie
@jayrobs2021
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2021
Dashwood Manor B&B Victoria
"Stunning property, ocean view, delicious breakfast, kind staff, contactless check in and out, clean, beautiful room with bathtub in the room, full separate bathroom and separate tiny kitchen off the bedroom with s..."
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#15 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Historic B&B near downtown, beaches, and scenic trail. Offers quaint rooms, some with ocean views and balconies. Features a cozy fireplace and breakfast room.
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OmanRob
@OmanRob
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2022
Location location location
"I’m a diamond member with Hilton and this was a points stay and the 1 bedroom view suites was the perfect room type for us - the stay was great if not flawless but I’ve already fed back any minor issues we had to..."
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#16 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Prime location hotel with excellent amenities, friendly staff, and comfortable rooms. Offers continental breakfast and valet parking. Features a Starbucks in the lobby.
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mzuridoyle
@mzuridoyle
Reviewed on Sep 3, 2021
Fantastic!
"Incredible view watching the sunsets and sunrises from the bed and the jacuzzi tub! Spacious room and very clean."
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#17 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Waterfront hotel with panoramic ocean views, spacious, clean rooms, and comfortable beds. Convenient location near dining, shops, and transportation. Features friendly staff and praised on-site restaurant.
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Doug Shaffer, Anderson Island, WA
@RobertELeeMo
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2022
Best Family Hotel in Victoria
"Comfortable room/bed, fabulous breakfast (possibly the best I've had for free in a hotel), very clean, wonderful staff and close to everything downtown right next to the Parliament Building."
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#18 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Centrally located hotel near harbor, parliament, and downtown. Offers clean rooms with views, complimentary breakfast with variety, free parking, and wifi.
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Paul B
@W3816HVpaulb
Reviewed on Aug 29, 2022
Beautiful and aesthetically pleasing
"Room 264 was spacious with lovely views of the harbor ballet of float planes, ferries, pickle boats and private craft."
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#19 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Charming hotel with spacious, comfortable rooms and large bathrooms. Offers stunning harbor views, proximity to city center, and delightful terrace. Features a well-regarded restaurant.
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JoMoKe
@JoMoKe
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2021
Great location and wonderful room
"Perfect location, very comfortable room with all amenities, everything was wonderful."
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#20 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Hotel offers excellent breakfast, clean rooms, and amenities like gym and hot tubs. Convenient location near water, downtown, and tourist attractions. Rooms feature kitchenettes.
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Resort
DanO68
@DanO68
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2023
Great hotel and awesome gym!
"The bed and furnishings were all comfortable and the room was spotlessly clean and well-maintained."
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#21 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Adventure-oriented resort offering whale watching tours, a sauna, kayaking, and other outdoor activities. Known for stunning wildlife sightings and scenic views.
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Alberto T
@AsiGanaMadrid
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2021
2 night stay
"... have A/C, as it sometimes the case in the pacific northwest, It was late August, so by the time I got home at night and in the morning, just opening the window a bit was sufficient to make the room comfortable."
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#22 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Quiet, harbor-close hotel offering spacious, well-equipped rooms and kitchenettes. Amenities include a pool, sauna, games room, and library. Ideal for families.
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TammaraK
@TammaraK
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2023
Loved My Stay. Will be back!
"Easy to find, easy access to parking and plentiful, pleasant front desk personnel, warm welcoming lobby with amenities like lemon water and a machine that makes coffee drinks and hot chocolate, super clean room, l..."
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#23 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Centrally located hotel with easy access to marina, beach, and sea plane terminal. Features clean, comfortable rooms, friendly staff, basic breakfast, and small pool.
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smileyfacegrace
@smileyfacegrace
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2021
Clean, convenient and comfortable
"The room was clean and comfortable with a good kitchenette, and the price was quite reasonable for Vancouver Island."
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#24 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Centrally located with access to harbor, museums, and dining. Offers spacious rooms, kitchenettes, and nearby park access. Noted for affordability and proximity to attractions.
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William C
@William C
Reviewed on May 17, 2023
Excellent!!
"We had an ocean view room and it was ocean view!! Our patio deck was 90% private and we very much enjoyed using it to enjoy a glass of wine and people watch the beach!"
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#25 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Beachfront hotel, stunning ocean and mountain views. Proximity to boardwalk and beach. Amenities include spa, gym, pool, hot tub, and underground parking. Suites with full kitchens.
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gman g
@gmang2014
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2022
Had a good rest
"The room was clean and surprisingly quiet for a hotel."
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#26 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
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Senioronthemove
@Senioronthemove
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2024
Room with a view
"Our room was clean, modern, spacious with a view of the harbour and room for the TWO suitcase stands provided, which , if you travel a lot you know that you seldom get two stands and your second case is usually on..."
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#27 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Centrally located hotel with easy access to waterfront, shops, and restaurants. Offers scenic harbor views, a rooftop patio, and clean, comfortable rooms.
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Soheila N
@soheilan39
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2023
Wonderful place to relax and enjoy!
"The room was spacious and the grounds around the hotel were a perfect place to sit back and enjoy the quiet around you."
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#28 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
High-end hotel offering great service, stunning views, and luxury amenities. Features two restaurants, a cafe, a bar, pool, spa, and a spacious courtyard with outdoor fireplaces.
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SeptemberSassy
@SeptemberSassy
Reviewed on May 26, 2024
A great staff and location, an excellent stay!
"From the warm greeting at arrival, to the clean comfortable room, fabulous pool and attentive, friendly staff, this was an excellent stay!"
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#29 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Hotel with light, airy rooms and convenient amenities. Close to harbor and downtown attractions. Offers lounge access, gym, and pool. Self-parking and bike storage available.
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Alexander T
@Calmalex12
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2023
Awesome place!
"I had a great time there and I had probably the coziest room Excellent location you will find some cool people from different parts of the world Good food all of it is house made Many tourist attractions are withi..."
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#30 Best Value of 1,066 places to stay in Vancouver Island
Affordable hostel in Victoria with easy downtown access. Clean, comfortable rooms, some private. Shared bathrooms well-kept. Offers free meals, drinks, and locker rentals.
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Vancouver Island Hotels Information
Hotels in Vancouver Island | 1,066 |
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Hotels near the sights
- The Butchart GardensCome enjoy our breathtaking 22 ha (55 acres) of gardens year around. In Spring, countless tulips, daffodils and hyacinths will give you a buffet of fragrances and colours. You’ll be saying “wow” when you experience our Summer: The Rose Garden, evening entertainment, subtle night illuminations, the Saturday firework show, and boat tours to name a few of the delights. Perennial borders start their stunning show in late summer, and the Japanese maples turn to russet, gold, and red in the fall. Be captivated by the Magic of Christmas with its decorations, expansive lighting and outdoor ice skating rink. Top off the day with a ride on the carousel and a great meal. Come see why we’ve been designated a National Historic Site.Read more
- Inner HarbourThis scenic patch of waterfront is the location of Victoria's many tourist attractions, recreational activities, restaurants and shopping. For a special treat, have afternoon tea at the grand Empress Hotel or board a ferry for a harbor tour.Read more
- Wild Pacific TrailThe Wild Pacific Trail is located in Ucluelet and is a seven phase trail system skirting the rugged cliffs and shoreline of the west coast of Vancouver Island. Overlooking Barkley Sound and the Broken Group Islands to the east and the open Pacific Ocean to the south and west, it offers spectacular shoreline panoramas and seaward vistas through ancient cedar and spruce-framed viewing platforms constructed on the best headlands along the route.Read more
- Beacon Hill ParkThis park holds a tree planted by Winston Churchill in 1929.Read more
- Royal BC MuseumDiscover the Royal BC Museum and celebrate British Columbia’s diversity through enlightening and inspiring galleries that capture the stories of the people, plants and animals that call the province home, and see fascinating exhibitions from around the world. Take a stroll around Old Town, New Approach, a recreation of a turn of the 20th-century town in BC. Visit Hunt House, a ceremonial house of the late Jonathan Hunt, a Kwakwaka’wakw Chief. Check out the award winning, Our Living Languages, an exhibit that shares the history and beauty of disrupted languages in BC. Finish the adventure with an immersive cinematic experience at IMAX® Victoria, BC’s largest screen. Enjoy other remarkable historical venues on our grounds, including Helmcken House, St. Ann’s Schoolhouse, the Netherlands Centennial Carillon and Thunderbird Park. Our precinct also hosts numerous food trucks and the 2% Jazz cafe. Feature exhibitions: Stonehenge, on now until Jan 5, 2025. Canadian Modern opens June 28. 2024Read more
- Craigdarroch CastleCompleted in 1890, Craigdarroch is a stately home built by the pioneering couple Robert and Joan Dunsmuir, who at the time of its construction were the wealthiest people in British Columbia. Called a 'castle' due to its imposing exterior, the luxurious interior has been restored to look as though the visitor is a guest of Mrs. Dunsmuir during the 1890s. It features beautiful woodwork, unique Victorian artifacts, and an impressive collection of original stained glass, all within a pleasant walk from downtown Victoria.Read more
- Fisherman's WharfJust around the corner from Victoria's Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf is a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. This unique marine destination offers food kiosks, unique shops and eco-tour adventures in the heart of the working harbour. Wander down the docks with your lunch, buy seafood fresh off the boat, see moored pleasure vessels and float homes, and watch as fishing vessels unload their wares.Read more
- Pacific Rim National ParkUnique park composed of three sections - Long Beach, the West Coast Trail and the Broken Group of Islands - that feature sandy beaches, island archipelagos, temperate rainforests and important archaeological sites.Read more
- Horne Lake Caves Provincial ParkExplore the Hidden Gem of Vancouver Island, now open with limited daily tour departures, smaller group sizes and new health and safety protocols. Winner of BC’s Remarkable Experience Award and ranked #1 of 22 Things To Do IN Vancouver Island. Explore this park in 3D - above by hiking through the beautiful rainforest Fossil Trail or venturing underground on a guided tour. Start your journey with a short hike through the forest to reach the cave entrance. Here you’ll begin a fascinating subterranean experience. As you step away from the emerald forest and deeper into the cave, a new world of crystal formations, marbled passages and ancient fossils are revealed. Navigate ramps, ladders and slides to meander through the caverns. Feel the cool air. Listen to the sound of your guide’s voice, the steady drip of water or the rumbling of an unexpected waterfall. Turn off your headlamp to heighten your senses and absorb the power of complete darkness on this fun and educational adventure!Read more
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vancouver Island hotels
- Villa Eyrie Resort, Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa, and Quality Inn Waddling Dog are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near The Butchart Gardens. See the full list: Hotels near The Butchart Gardens.
- Pacific Sands Beach Resort, Knight Inlet Lodge, and Crystal Cove Beach Resort are all popular resorts for travellers staying in Vancouver Island. See the full list: Vancouver Island Resorts.
- Popular hotels close to Royal BC Museum include The Magnolia Hotel and Spa, The Parkside Hotel & Spa, and Embassy Inn. See the full list: Hotels near Royal BC Museum.
- Popular luxury hotels in Vancouver Island include Knight Inlet Lodge, Long Beach Lodge Resort, and Wickaninnish Inn. See the full list: Vancouver Island Luxury Hotels.
- Popular hotels close to Victoria Intl Airport include The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa, Best Western Plus Emerald Isle Hotel, and Days Inn By Wyndham Victoria Airport. See the full list: Hotels near Victoria Intl Airport.
- A few of the most popular hotels near Inner Harbour are The Oswego Hotel, Embassy Inn, and Hotel Grand Pacific. See the full list: Hotels near Inner Harbour.
- Some of the most popular pet-friendly hotels in Vancouver Island are Pacific Sands Beach Resort, Crystal Cove Beach Resort, and Long Beach Lodge Resort. See the full list: Pet Friendly Hotels in Vancouver Island.
- Popular cheap hotels in Vancouver Island include Pacific Sands Beach Resort, Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites, and Hotel Zed Tofino. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Vancouver Island.
- The Magnolia Hotel and Spa, Wickaninnish Inn, and The Parkside Hotel & Spa have a spa and received excellent reviews from travellers in Vancouver Island. See the full list: Spa Resorts Vancouver Island.
- The Magnolia Hotel and Spa, Pacific Sands Beach Resort, and Crystal Cove Beach Resort all received great reviews from families travelling in Vancouver Island. See the full list: Vancouver Island Family Hotels.
- Popular hotels by the beach in Vancouver Island include Pacific Sands Beach Resort, Crystal Cove Beach Resort, and Long Beach Lodge Resort. See the full list: Vancouver Island Beach Hotels.
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