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Located within 6.2 km of Nanaimo Bastion and 6.4 km of Newcastle Island Marine Park, Panoramic Ocean View provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nanaimo. This property offers access to a balcony, table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. The homestay features mountain views, a picnic area and a 24-hour front desk. Full Kitchen is available. We made our own breakfast and were able to catch early ferry to Gabriola island. Fantastic view from the oversized room. My dad spent whole afternoon sat in the chair and enjoyed the view. Very very clean!

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9.2
Superb
103 reviews

Offering barbecue facilities and garden view, Summerhill Guest House is situated in Tofino, less than 1 km from Mackenzie Beach and a 8-minute walk from Tofino Botanical Gardens. The property is located 7 km from Radar Hill, 37 km from Huu-Mees-Ma-As Native Art Gallery and 37 km from Ucluelet Aquarium. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Very good place to stay with very friendly owners. Great location too.

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9.1
Superb
142 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

Featuring inner courtyard views, Garden House features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 6.7 km from Comox Ferry Terminal. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. Great place, very cozy and comfortable. The hosts Shirley and Bob are very friendly and nice. We enjoyed the tour of flowers and vegetables garden.

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9.5
Exceptional
248 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

Situated in Nanaimo and only 1.7 km from Nanaimo Bastion, AnnArthur Guest House features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property was built in 2016 and has air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.8 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park. Bright, easy to find, and very comfortable

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9.5
Exceptional
263 reviews
Price from
US$83
per night

Ucluelet Aquarium is 3 minutes’ drive from this non-smoking Ucluelet property. Free WiFi is included. Spring Cove views are offered.

A microwave, fridge and a coffee machine are featured in the suite at Liahona Guest House. A seating area offers a flat-screen satellite TV. An en suite bathroom with a soaker tub is included. It was by far the most beautiful room we stayed in during our trip. Everything looks brand new, the bed was very comfortable. There are so many little details that make this place so adorable

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9.3
Superb
291 reviews
Price from
US$130
per night

Boasting garden views, Stunning oceanfront home 4br3b sunrise beachcombing near Bamberton Park offers accommodation with an open-air bath and a patio, around 3.2 km from Mill Bay Ferry Terminal. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house has an outdoor fireplace and a hot tub. The property was exactly as shown in the photos — clean, well-maintained, and beautifully presented. Everything matched the description perfectly, making our stay comfortable and stress-free. Would definitely recommend!

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
US$390
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Rustic Guest Suite is situated in Ucluelet, 300 metres from Little Beach and 1.2 km from Ucluelet Aquarium. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the guest house's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Perfect private getaway for a couple of days in the Ucluelet/Tofino area. Great host also. 10/10 recommendation. Would stay there anytime again. ...and unlike in the description, there is WiFi of course.

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9.6
Exceptional
17 reviews

This air-conditioned homestay comes with a fully equipped kitchenette, a seating area, a dining area and a cable flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the homestay. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. WOW what a great little hideaway in Central Saanich. We were perfectly located to visit Victoria to the South. Sidney to the East and up Island to Nanaimo. On our arrival we were greeted by a warm toasty fireplace going along with a selection of goodies to enjoy. There were also toiletries and other supplies we could use. Nothing was a problem for Robyn our host to help make our stay even more special. This was my friend and mine’s first holiday together and having Robyn’s house feel like home was a blessing. Robyn left us fresh eggs and strawberries in the fridge along with cute little notes telling us how much she enjoys hosting us for the eight days of our holiday. Robyn shared with us all her favourite spots to visit along with us enjoying a wine at her camp site at Island View Beach. Only a few minutes drive from our room, which is a must do while you are staying here. My friend and I enjoyed quite a few sunsets and sunrises at this beach which is filled with driftwood and many structures have been created out of the massive amount of driftwood on this beach. Robyn allowed us time to spend with the chickens in the back yard and even a bbq was available for our use. We enjoyed cooking our own meals in the small but adequate kitchen and the drip coffee maker was a delight. We enjoyed the closeness of The Butterfly Farm and Butchart Gardens. Our days were full of adventure, enjoying the drive coming back to our little home away from home each night. Robyn you are a real gem and offering us your home to share was a delightful experience and cannot wait to visit again. Highly recommended with value for money and a wonderful experience on Vancouver Island.

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9
Superb
15 reviews
Price from
US$59
per night

Set in Nanoose Bay, Tyee Beach Oasis Bed and Breakfast is a recently renovated accommodation, 31 km from Nanaimo Bastion and 31 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. Petroglyph Park is 36 km from the guest house. There was nothing not to like. It was beautifully furnished and very relaxing with wonderful views of the beach. There was a washer and dryer which was very handy after travelling for one week. The extra touches of fresh fruit, nuts, chocolates and home baked treats were delightful.

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9.9
Exceptional
37 reviews
Price from
US$137
per night

Located in Nanaimo and only 15 km from Nanaimo Bastion, Winchelsea Views provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. Guests can benefit from a patio and a sun terrace. The property is non-smoking and is situated 16 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park. This is a lovely property, with views of the strait and the islands. The owners are very kind and friendly, and although breakfast was not supposed to be included, they left breakfast food in the refrigerator for us. There were reclining sofas with heat and massage. The price was very good for a lodging this wonderful. We hope to return!

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10
Exceptional
38 reviews
Price from
US$130
per night

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