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Oceanside on Central Vancouver Island is more than the middle of Vancouver Island. It acts as a gateway to the Pacific Rim as well as to the Vancouver mainland.
The Oceanside region includes Qualicum Beach, Qualicum Bay, Parksville, Bowser and Coombs which all provide excellent tourist attractions ranging from the incredible beaches to fishing adverntures.
Nanaimo is a hub of activity where visitors from Vancouver arrive by ferry from Horseshoe Bay. It started as a coal mining town, but now boasts one the of best harbours in the province. The town was fortified in 1849 and the original Hudson's Bay Company fort (Bastion) still stands.
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The Skylite Motel is a perfect place for Parksville accommodation and lodging, with all of our amenities and services, for you and your family to relax at, once you have finished your busy day. Call us directly 1-800-667-1886 or travel further through our website to discover the many valuable accommodation services we can offer you.
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Downtown Parksville: 1.2km
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Located on Vancouver Island's east coast, we are small, pet friendly, & family-oriented. Summer/winter Seaview's guest often return year after year! While only moments away from the amenities of Qualicum Beach, 8 self-contained cottages can be found nestled between a wild river estuary, & a beach. Enjoy an unrivalled view of the Strait of Georgia, Gulf islands, and snowy Coastal Mountains beyond.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach: 4.1km
Discover yourself in Parksville, BC, where hospitality comes with a view. The Bayside offers beachfront accommodation, ocean views and great food all in one location. Sleep in. Beachcomb. Golf. Keep fit in the cardio room, heated pool or racquet courts. Enjoy casual gourmet dining overlooking the bay. We offer great getaway packages or create one of your own. There is always a lot to do.
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Downtown Parksville: 1km
Enjoy the seclusion of our quiet resort park on the Englishman River with the convenience of being a few minutes from beaches, golfing and shopping. Our Parksville resort caters to a full range of visitors by hosting cottages and a campground which includes full-service RV sites as well as tenting. All cottages have onsite parking, outdoor firepits, picnic tables and sun decks.
Nestled amid 22 acres of forest, along beautiful sandy beaches lies our Parksville resort: a unique destination. Every building features authentic log construction creating a rustic yet elegant resort. Immerse yourself at the Grotto Spa, the largest resort spa in BC with its soothing mineral baths. Culinary creations from award winning Chefs feature West Coast cuisine.
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Downtown Parksville: 4km
Nestled among the trees on seven lush acres, our beautiful Vancouver Island Resort offers all the comforts of home. Located near the picturesque town of Parksville and bordering the world-renown beaches of Rathtrevor Park, Ocean Trails Resort gives you the utmost in comfort and relaxation in a breathtaking setting of natural beauty.
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Downtown Parksville: 3.9km
Located in Parksville, we have access to miles of sandy beach, acres of lush forest and a range of resort facilities to delight your family and friends. Our family-friendly cottages are right on the beach and nestled amongst the trees, and our bright spacious townhouses offer majestic ocean views from every window. Our units have fully equipped kitchens, two bedrooms, and gas or wood fireplaces.
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Downtown Parksville: 2.9km
This 14 unit resort is situated on 4 acres of beautiful oceanfront property. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen, gas fireplace and large balcony either overlooking the ocean or pool. The amenities include a heated outdoor pool, playground, indoor hot tub, sauna and laundry facilities.
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Downtown Parksville: 3.9km
This Parksville Motel, is centrally located on Vancouver Island making it a perfect home base for exploring the many other beautiful areas with just a day trip in any direction. Long Beach (west) Campbell River (north) and Nanaimo/Chemainus or Victoria (south) to name a few. There are many modes of transportation available to explore Vancouver Island - bus, train, car, even biking and hiking.
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Downtown Parksville: 0.8km
Newly built and opened on April 1st, 2018, the bed and breakfast is located in the quiet Oceanside community of Nanoose Bay on Vancouver Island. The interior is inspired by the sea, invoking a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere while enhancing the experience for our guests. The exterior design is modern architecture, combining tongue and groove cedar planks.
This bed and breakfast in Nanoose Bay is located literally in Nanoose/Bonnel Estuary in a completely surrounded sensitive protected area and borders on over 80 acres of Federal Wildlife Reserve. This hotel offers a cosy fireplace and a private patio with an outdoor spa bath in every room. Breakfast foods like eggs, sausages, bread and fruit are included with every room.
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Downtown Nanoose Bay: 0.9km
Downtown Parksville: 12.6km
Our Nanaimo guesthouse accommodation is in the heart of the city, within easy walking distance to the famous harbourfront walkway, tourist attractions, boutique stores, pubs, restaurants, coffee shops. We offer a variety of flexible accommodation options for hostel travelers, couples, families and groups in a classic European-style hotel/hostel.
Located in central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, this motel is across from Harborside Walkway and offers sea views of Newcastle Channel. Free WiFi and a kitchen are featured in all suites. Guest suites include a living room with a flat-screen TV. The suites also offer a private bathroom. The motel provides barbecue facilities for guest use. Diving, kayak and bicycle storage is available on site.
Our Nanaimo hotel has friendly service, a great location, and amenities including a breakfast of steaming hot eggs and pancakes, fresh fruits and croissants, a variety of cereal and yogurt and coffee (nominal fee). Onsite restaurant. High speed Internet. Fitness Centre. Meeting Room and more.
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Downtown Nanaimo: 0.3km
Airport: 14.3km
Our modern Nanaimo hotel is downtown with convenient amenities and friendly staff. The Nanaimo Harbourfront Walkway is just minutes away where you can explore gorgeous trails along the waterfront as well as a number of restaurants and cafes. You can also enjoy a great meal at our onsite restaurant, Hub City Grill.
Relax and experience our private beachfront location. Oceanside rooms with kitchen. TV/DVD, queen beds, private bathroom, fireplace, private entrance and patio. Close to amenities, parks and ferry. Enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Visa and Mastercard. No pets. $115-$140/ night (dbl). Off season rates Nov.1 - May 14. Phone: 250 751-1409 email: hammondbaybb@shaw.ca website: www.hammondbaybb.com
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Downtown Nanaimo: 9.3km
Airport: 22.9km
Just 10 minutes’ drive from Departure Bay ferry terminal, this Nanaimo hotel features an on-site whiskey and wine bar. Free WiFi is offered in all areas. A fitness center is available for guest use. A refrigerator and a coffee machine are featured in every room. A cable TV, a desk and a seating area are included. A hairdryer and free toiletries are provided in the bathroom.
Our Nanaimo hotel offers guests incredible value, unbeatable amenities and an ideal location. Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast each morning. Stay in a guest room that is fully equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, cable television and high-speed Internet access. Select rooms feature king size beds or Jacuzzi suites. Unwind in the hotel's sauna or work out in the exercise facility.
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Downtown Nanaimo: 11.5km
Airport: 27.7km
Overlooking Nanaimo Harbour, the Coast Bastion Inn in Nanaimo BC is a premier hotel with facilities to suit all travellers. Enjoy the convenience of staying at one of the best downtown Nanaimo hotels, and take in the beautiful ocean view from each and every guest room. The Coast Bastion Inn in Nanaimo features meeting rooms for conferences and weddings.
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Downtown Nanaimo: 0.3km
Airport: 14.6km
Our Nanaimo B&B features individually decorated rooms that include a refrigerator. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal is just 6 km away. Downtown Nanaimo is 8 km away. This hotel offers a daily breakfast featuring local and fresh produce. Grilled bacon, sausage, pancakes and waffles can be served. Guests can choose to eat in the dining room or al fresco. We offer offers free pick-up services.
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Downtown Nanaimo: 7.1km
Airport: 23.8km
Our hotel is located on the waterfront of peaceful Qualicum Bay, approximately 10 minutes north of Qualicum Beach. We offer affordable accommodation that is perfect for families, couples, or individuals looking for some rest and relaxation. We are a dog-friendly hotel and do allow dogs in the unit. This allows our guests to travel with their family dog.
Offering direct beach access, this Bowser resort is 12 mi from Qualicum Beach town center. On-site fishing, and clam and oyster picking are available. All guest accommodations boast a kitchenette. A patio with ocean views is featured in all guest accommodations at Qualicum Breeze Beach Resort. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV are included. The beachfront villa offers a rooftop patio with a gas fireplace.
This beautifully landscaped property in Qualicum Beach offers gardens and guest rooms with cable TV. This hotel is 5km away from the Georgia Strait. Guests relax in the gazebo or on the sun terrace that overlooks the gardens. At this hotel the uniquely decorated guest rooms provide seating areas, wooden floors and shared bathrooms. Butterfly World is 8 km away.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach: 5.1km
Situated directly across from a public beach this Qualicum Beach motel features rooms with free Wi-Fi and has BBQ facilities on-site. The rooms at the motel offer a cable TV and a work desk. Select rooms offer kitchenettes. Each room includes a hairdryer and tea and coffee-making facilities.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach: 2.7km
This Union Bay B & B boasts a waterfront location with views of Denman Island and the coastal mountains. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Buckley Bay ferry terminal is 2 minutes' away. This hotel features cable TV with DVD player in each comfortably furnished unit. A seating area and a desk are included. En suite bathrooms provide free toiletries. All rooms offer a private entrance.
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