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Sounds of the Sea

Ucluelet

The units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, fridge, a kettle, a bath, bathrobes and a outdoor furniture. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Welcoming host, great location and everything you need to have a great stay - eco-friendly

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9.1
Superb
282 reviews
Price from
£129
per night

The Oceanfront Inn on Stephens Bay

Coal Harbour

Situated in Coal Harbour, 22 km from Port Hardy Ferry Terminal, The Oceanfront Inn on Stephens Bay features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and water sports facilities. The accommodation offers room service and free WiFi. extraordinary view from the balcony. Extremely detailed setting plus hosters genuine hospitality provides great comfort and feeling of home away from home.

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9.8
Exceptional
214 reviews
Price from
£112
per night

Nimpkish Hotel

Alert Bay

A continental breakfast is available daily at the inn.

Port Hardy is 43 km from Nimpkish Hotel including a ferry ride, while Port McNeill is 7 km away by ferry. The nearest airport is Port Hardy Airport, 33 km from the inn and a ferry is required to reach the airport. This is a historic hotel right on the beach, with views of nearby islands and a spectacular sunset. Our room was small and very comfortable. We had our own balcony and access to communal living spaces. Breakfast is included and the hostess also cooks dinner on request—delicious.

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9.1
Superb
179 reviews
Price from
£143
per night

Garden House

Courtenay

The spacious guest house comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. Featuring air conditioning, this unit has a dressing room and a fireplace. This guest house is allergy-free and non-smoking. Very well set up. Comfortable. Great comfortable bed. Well stocked kitchen. Nice touches with extra blankets, coffee etc

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9.5
Exceptional
236 reviews
Price from
£102
per night

AnnArthur Guest House

Nanaimo

Offering a barbecue and sun terrace, AnnArthur Guest House is located in Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Nanaimo Bastion. Free private parking is available on site.

Each room at this guest house is air conditioned and features a TV. Some units feature a seating area where you can relax. Views of the sea, garden or city are featured in certain rooms. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom. AnnArthur Guest House features free WiFi throughout the property. It is super cute and very clean and nice. We were able to make some food and I made coffee in the am. There is a nice place to sit outside with a beautiful view and wonderful garden. I walked to the nearby park and saw the rhododendron trail and river which was really pretty. Quick drive to downtown. It felt safe and quiet and easy to walk around.

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9.6
Exceptional
258 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Seine Boat Inn 4 stars

Alert Bay

Seine Boat Inn offers accommodation in Alert Bay, on Cormorant Island. A scenic ferry ride takes guests to the property.

Rooms include a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a coffee machine and a kettle in the room. All rooms come with a private bathroom, and offer free toiletries and a hair dryer.

Three rooms at Seine Boat Inn include a sea view. It was exquisite….beautiful view…tranquil and real escapism….going back in time. Terrylynn was delightful and offers a personal touch. Good local store selling everything. Locals very welcoming. 206 was the best!

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9.4
Superb
194 reviews
Price from
£106
per night

Liahona Guest House

Ucluelet

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. the setting was picturesque and peaceful.

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9.2
Superb
250 reviews
Price from
£180
per night

Driftwood by the Sea Inn

Campbell River

Each cottage features a comfortably furnished lounge with a flat-screen cable TV. Select units at Driftwood by the Sea Inn offer a terrace with ocean views. Maximum Two (2) Guests for each Cottage. Sorry, no Pets/Smoking/Children. Everything about the driftwood by the sea is amazing. Perfect location, short walk into town plus the beach is right across the road. The owners are beyond kind and helpful and have made it feel like a second home. With cooking facilities for those nights you need a home cooked meal!

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9.2
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
£116
per night

Tofino Paddlers Inn

Tofino

The Tofino Paddler’s Inn is perched on the waterfront of downtown Tofino. The building has a lot of character being around a 100 years old and the town’s original hotel.

The Inn has five rooms. We pride ourselves on clean, simple and funky accommodation for the traveler to stay and explore the area. Rooms are private with a shared kitchen and two shared bathrooms I expected a regular hostel, but was met with something looking more like a hotel! The owners and staff were all super friendly, giving loads of tips on what to do in Tofino. The rooms were clean and tidy, just like the common area and kitchen. We were able to park our bikes in the backyard and also leave our wetsuits to dry in the drying room overnight, which was very kind! The location is also perfect: in the middle of "downtown" Tofino, with restaurants, shopping and grocery store nearby.

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9.1
Superb
351 reviews
Price from
£101
per night

Black Bear Guesthouse

Tofino

A refrigerator and an electric kettle are featured in each room at the Black Bear Guesthouse. An en suite is also available, and each includes heated floors.

Guests staying at Black Bear Guesthouse can enjoy on-site wildlife viewing. All guests are welcome to enjoy the waterfront side of the property which is in front of the owners main residence. The nearby Inlet is home to river otters, bald eagles and seals, among other animals. This guesthouse is in a beautiful location, very close to Chesterman beach, and about 5km from Tofino town centre. The facilities within the guesthouse have been nicely thought out. The back of the main house has a fabulous platform to chill and watch nature. Idyllic view.

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9.1
Superb
107 reviews
Price from
£303
per night

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