Remote feeling, windswept and astoundingly beautiful, Vancouver Island is scattered with colourful communities, most of them founded on fishing or logging, and home to friendly locals proud of their island and its uniqueness. The best hotels on Vancouver Island are equally well scattered, some in the wild, rugged interior, some along the western coast where there’s amazing views of the ocean and equally amazing surfing, and some in the foodie-friendly Cowichan Valley.
Our Guru’s recommendations for 10 of the best hotels on Vancouver Island include some great apartment and cottage options if you’re travelling with your family, plus a super romantic retreat if you’re just travelling with your significant other. But either way, we hope you find something perfect on our list of the best hotels on Vancouver Island.
Victoria, BC
A grand hotel just minutes walk from downtown Victoria's Inner Harbour. The sophisticated suites feature traditional dark wood furnishings, bold carpets and floor to ceiling windows. The spa provides pampering luxury organic treatments. Ideal location for exploring the city by foot, bike or kayak.
British Columbia (Ucluelet)
Beautiful spa resort on a rocky headland of the West Coast of Vancouver Island. The spacious and light suites come with kitchens, fireplaces and chic stone and wood features. The pool deck faces out onto the magnificent ocean for an invigorating dip. A hip outpost on this raw coastline!
Tofino
A charming lodge perched on the beautiful Cox Bay Beach. Rooms feature comfy beds and fireplaces, upgrade to a cottage for direct private beach access. Wall to wall windows give the restaurant an impression of opening right out into the bay. Warm and welcoming beach getaway.
Tofino (British Columbia)
Luxury apartments with uninterrupted sea views. Fully equipped kitchens, comfortable beds, seating areas and outdoor decks add to the hideaway feel. Bring out the beach BBQ, relax in the hot tub or explore the water sports available. The perfect romantic getaway or family home for the week.
Victoria, BC (British Columbia)
Perfect for the luxury traveller seeking a seaside getaway with spa facilities & delicious food and wine. Large, modern rooms overlook the water from private balconies and sitting rooms. Catch a fabulous sunset from the dining room, or admire the view, sitting by the firepit at the popular pub.
Tofino (British Columbia)
Panoramic sea views, throw in sublime food and an all natural spa and this becomes a romantic hideaway location. Comfort and luxury adorn all the rooms and suites, with balconies and modern bathrooms. Pointe Restaurant serves West Coast dishes or head to On The Rocks for a sundowner.
Victoria, BC
A charming hotel overlooking the Juan de Fuca Straits. Individually decorated suites offer a range of elegantly draped fourposters, fireplaces and balconies commanding mesmerising views of the bay. An onsite garden provides seasonal best for the fine dining restaurant. Beach chic!
British Columbia (Tofino)
A remote glamping resort in the arrestingly beautiful Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve. The Victorian style safari tents ooze opulence with Oriental rugs, antique fourposters and roaring wood stoves. The chefs prepare locally sourced mouthwatering food to a five star standard. Utter heaven!
Courtenay
A serene and peaceful resort on the East coast of Vancouver Island. The rooms have recently been refurbished, giving them a clean cut new look. The restaurant serves up locally caught sustainable seafood cooked to perfection. The Pacific Mist Spa is fantastic and well renowned.
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