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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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Skylite Motel
Skylite Motel
459 East Island Highway
Parksville
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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
Ocean Sands Resort
Ocean Sands Resort
Unit 21 1165 Resort Dr.
Parksville
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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
Ocean Trails Resort
Ocean Trails Resort
1135 Resort Drive
Parksville
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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
Sandcastle Inn
Sandcastle Inn
374 West Island Highway
Parksville
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Located in the heart of our Parksville. Take a short stroll to the beach, enjoy our scenic attractions or browse through local shops. Experience our comfort! We have air conditioning, complimentary coffee, juice & muffins each morning, in-room coffee, free movie channel, children under 12 stay free, laundry facilities, barbeque area, meeting room, kitchenettes available, non-smoking rooms.
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Downtown Parksville:  0.9km
Parksville Beach Resort
Parksville Beach Resort
161 West Island Highway
Parksville
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The perfect backdrop for your visit to Parksville - Parksville Beach Resort - on the beach with the sand at our doorstep, we are a vacationer's paradise. We offer a wide variety of charming heritage rooms & suites all featuring red cedar interiors & all the amenities you'd expect plus the convenience of on-site recreation facilities. Perfect for naturalists, sports lovers, and shoppers alike.
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Downtown Parksville:  0.1km
Paradise Sea-Shell Motel
Paradise Sea-Shell Motel
411 West Island Highway
Parksville
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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
Quality Resort Bayside
Quality Resort Bayside
240 Dogwood Street
Parksville
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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
Vancouver Island Parksville Motel
Vancouver Island Parksville Motel
414 West Island Highway
Parksville
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Stay in our Parksville motel and see why it is consistently recognized as a preferred accommodation on Vancouver Island. We are CAA/AAA approved, centrally located with large, very soundproof rooms, comfortable Queen or King beds. Large TVs, free high speed Wireless Internet, Refrigerators and coffee-makers in all rooms. Full kitchen, air-conditioned. laundromat and large playground. Pet Friendly.
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Downtown Parksville:  1km
Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
1175 Resort Drive
Parksville
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Quietly Amazing... Situated on Craig Bay, this scenic property offers luxuriously appointed 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites. Each guest suite offers a private patio with gas BBQ, patio furniture, some with ocean views. Late Spring 2009 swimming pools and hot tub and fitness facility will be completed. Only steps away from the beach, restaurants and spas.
Beach Acres Resort
Beach Acres Resort
#25 - 1051 Resort Drive
Parksville
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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
Blue Haven Bed & Breakfast
Blue Haven Bed & Breakfast
552 Island Highway West
Parksville
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Located in Parksville, we are minutes away from sandy beaches, restaurants and shops. We are only a two and a half hour drive to the Pacific Rim Park and a one and a half hour drive to Victoria. Recreational opportunities are endless: biking, fishing, swimming, water skiing, snow skiing and more. Don't forget the world famous Parksville mini golf! It is just a few minutes walk away.
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Downtown Parksville:  1.3km
The Beach Club Resort
The Beach Club Resort
181 Beachside Drive
Parksville
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Our Parksville resort features the most luxurious hotel rooms, beautifully appointed with West Coast décor. All guest rooms offer private balconies and spectacular panoramic ocean, mountain, and city views with thoughtful amenities throughout for a superior accommodation experience. Guests choose from studios, one bedrooms, two bedrooms, tower suites, beachfront villa suites and penthouse suites.
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
1-1600 Strougler Road
Nanoose Bay
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Ideally located on the tranquil waters of Nanoose Bay on the East Coast of Vancouver Island, Pacific Shores Resort & Spa offers an island escape to soothe your soul and ease your spirit. Stroll among 15 acres of lush botanical gardens, experience the allure of the ocean-side heated thermal pools, or simply head back to your luxurious suite to curl up by the fire.
Beachcomber Cottage - Nanoose Bay
Beachcomber Cottage - Nanoose Bay
1377 Reef Road
Nanoose Bay
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Beachcomber Cottage is a modern, cozy one bedroom cottage in the heart of Vancouver Island, minutes from Parksville and Qualicum Beach. Beachcomber Cottage is located in the friendly oceanside community of Nanoose Bay, a nature lover's paradise. Relax in the friendly comfortable surroundings, breath in the sea air, and experience the charm and privacy of our fully modern cottage and garden.
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Downtown Nanoose Bay:  6.2km
Downtown Parksville:  13.7km
Travelodge Nanaimo
Travelodge Nanaimo
96 Terminal Avenue N
Nanaimo
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Every guestroom at our Nanaimo hotel ensures your stay is as comfortable. Our three styles of rooms include: Standard, Deluxe, and Kitchen Suites. All of our guest rooms include free wireless internet, in-room coffee and tea, and tier 3 TV service. We are also pleased to offer a Deluxe Continental Breakfast in our new breakfast room. We are 2 minutes from the Departure Bay BC Ferry Terminal.
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Downtown Nanaimo:  0.95km
Airport:  15.3km
Days Inn Nanaimo
Days Inn Nanaimo
809 Island Hwy S
Nanaimo
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Welcome to our Days Inn Harbourview located in the city of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. Places such as Long Beach to the West, salmon fishing to the North, and the world famous Victoria City to the south are merely two hours away by driving. We can also be reached from Vancouver via a pleasant two-hour ferry ride, and if you are lucky, you can see whales traveling on your side.
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Downtown Nanaimo:  2km
Airport:  12km
Howard Johnson Harbourside Hotel
Howard Johnson Harbourside Hotel
1 Terminal Avenue
Nanaimo
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The Howard Johnson Harbourside Hotel is a centrally located downtown Nanaimo Hotel on beautiful Vancouver Island, BC. This Vancouver Island Hotel boasts an excellent location adjacent to the seawall where guests can experience a vibrant waterfront just steps away with many charming boutiques, restaurants and Nanaimo parkland to enjoy.
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Downtown Nanaimo:  1.2km
Airport:  14.9km
Inn on Long Lake
Inn on Long Lake
4700 North Island Highway
Nanaimo
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Long Lake Inn is located in Nanaimo on beautiful Vancouver Island in British Columbia Canada. Our luxurious deluxe suites include numerous amenities for the business traveller, honeymooners and eco tourists alike. With laundry facilities, high speed Internet access, an exercise room, sauna, hot tubs, and our buffet continental breakfast you are assured both a relaxing and memorable stay.
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Downtown Nanaimo:  8.7km
Airport:  24.9km
Thyme Away B&B
Thyme Away B&B
2280 Matterson Road
Coombs
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Welcome to Thyme Away Bed and Breakfast, a Vancouver Island B&B located near Parksville and Qualicum Beach midway between Tofino and Victoria. Nestled on five pastoral acres this Parksville Bed and Breakfast (Coombs), offers you two inviting Bed and Breakfast rooms. Private Baths, comfortable Queen size beds with soft bedding and duvets.
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Downtown Parksville:  9.7km
Riverside Resort & Campground - Camping Acct
Riverside Resort & Campground - Camping Acct
3506 West Island Highway
Qualicum Beach
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Riverside Resort Motel & Campground, a 7 acre site bordering Little Qualicum River, offers 35 motel units/cottages as well as Campsites. The ideal place for a family holiday, our complex includes water slide, 2 heated outdoor pools, 18 holes mini-golf, games area, massage chairs, free guest computer, free wireless internet, convenience store with laundry facilities & hot showers all year round.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach:  3.4km
Buena Vista By The Sea
Buena Vista By The Sea
3285 West Island Hwy
Qualicum Beach
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All of our rooms (recently renovated) have a full kitchen & an ocean view. In the upper suites, you can sit on your private balcony overlooking the ocean and enjoy the cool sea breezes as you watch the cruise ships pass. The lower suites are walk on waterfront with sliding patio doors opening to our manicured lawn. You have your choice of bachelor, one bedroom or two bedroom suites.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach:  2.6km
Seaview Beach Resort
Seaview Beach Resort
911 McFeely Road
Qualicum Beach
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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
Captain's Inn
Captain's Inn
2795 Island Highway West
Qualicum Beach
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Directly on the sands of Qualicum Beach, the freshly renovated Captain's Inn boasts 9 suites ranging from bachelors to a 3 bedroom suite. With the lulling ebb and flow of the ocean at the end of our private deck, spectacular sun-drenched sunrise and sunsets and a background full of silhouetted mountains you will certainly enjoy your stay.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach:  0.5km
Shorewater Resort
Shorewater Resort
3295 West Island Highway
Qualicum Beach
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Come and experience the benefits of staying in a Vancouver Island condominium resort... Ocean at your doorstep...surrounded by west coast scenery & adventure. The Shorewater Resort is situated on a beautiful beachfront in Qualicum Beach, overlooking the protected waters of the Strait of Georgia to the snow-capped coastal mountain range.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach:  2.7km
Riverside Resort & Campground
Riverside Resort & Campground
3506 West Island Highway
Qualicum Beach
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Riverside Resort Motel & Campground, a 7 acre site bordering Little Qualicum River, offers 35 motel units/cottages as well as Campsites. The ideal place for a family holiday, our complex includes water slide, 2 heated outdoor pools, 18 holes mini-golf, games area, massage chairs, free guest computer, free wireless internet, convenience store with laundry facilities & hot showers all year round.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach:  3.4km

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