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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. We loved the setting and the unit, with all the special touches. There was access to a cove where we could sit and enjoy the ‘sounds of the sea’…the bell buoy and the sea lions and the waves.

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9.1
Superb
282 reviews
Price from
US$171
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. Such a beautiful place with an amazing view!

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9.8
Exceptional
212 reviews
Price from
US$141
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. The location is fantastic. The owner and her husband are so friendly and welcoming. A great hotel.

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9.1
Superb
179 reviews
Price from
US$181
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
US$129
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. Perfectly located with lovely views to the sea. Self contained unit, perfect for our stay. We only stayed one night as we were travelling between Ucluelet and Victoria but would happily have stayed for longer. Very comfortable, had an excellent night's sleep. Everything that you could want was provided by the host.

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9.6
Exceptional
257 reviews
Price from
US$119
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. Yes, view, suite, location, host - all were great! Most highly recommended.

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9.4
Superb
194 reviews
Price from
US$134
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. Beautiful place, rooms are very cozy and clean and the owner Ash was very friendly and helpful.

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9.2
Superb
246 reviews
Price from
US$227
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. The place was absolutely spotless and very comfortable. Nice and quiet even though it's close to road. I appreciated having access to a laundry room as well.

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9.2
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
US$147
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 Absolutely nice and helpful staff. A small discount on kayak tours and t-shirts for hotel customers! Good coffee with a killer view on the patio!!! The kayak tour was absolutely fun and great.

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9.1
Superb
350 reviews
Price from
US$127
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. Everything that we needed and more!

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9.1
Superb
107 reviews
Price from
US$282
per night

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