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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
Our Parksville resort has luxurious cottages a mere 5 minutes from Rathtrevor Provincial Park and steps to endless sandy beaches. Nestled among the trees, our beautiful newly constructed pet friendly 1-2 bedroom cottages with lofts, offer a warm and inviting atmosphere. Each cottage boasts all the amenities with fully equipped kitchens of four appliances, washer/dryer, all linens and more.
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Downtown Parksville: 4.1km
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.
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Downtown Parksville: 0.6km
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
This Nanoose Bay bed and breakfast is 6 km from Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park. It features a deluxe hot breakfast, a guest lounge and free Wi-Fi. The modern guest rooms at this hotel offer a seating area with a sofa. Rooms also feature a private bathroom. The guests can enjoy breakfast each morning in the upper floor dining room or out on the balcony. Fairwinds Golf Club is 12 km away.
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Downtown Nanoose Bay: 7.6km
Downtown Parksville: 7.9km
Featuring an on-site pottery studio and classes, this adults-only bed and breakfast is 10 minutes from central Nanoose Bay. Each room features a private bathroom. One upper level room features a hot tub. A breakfast including fruit salad and a hot entrée is served each day. Free Wi-Fi, a library and games are also available.
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Downtown Nanoose Bay: 5.1km
Downtown Parksville: 9.7km
At our Nanoose bay B&B free WiFi is provided and free private parking is available on site. Each air-conditioned room offers a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Guests can a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating area, coffee machine, and kettle in the shared games room. There is a shared kitchen at the property as well. We also offer free use of bicycles.
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
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
Travellers the world over are learning about this Island jewel, thanks to our reputation for genuine, friendly service & the cleanest most comfortable rooms in all our price ranges. Newly renovated & close to Nanaimo BC Ferries, downtown, & the Seawall walk, we feature great Sealy beds, fridge, microwave, A/C, 60chan.TV & free wireless Internet. Visit our website for actual guest commentaries.
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Downtown Nanaimo: 2.1km
Airport: 16.1km
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.
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
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.
Our Nanaimo B&B is just 7 minutes’ drive from Pryde Vista Golf Course. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property, and the rooms are equipped with an electric fireplace. A 50-inch flat-screen cable TV and an iPod docking station are provided in every room. For convenience, a coffeemaker and hairdryer are included. You can enjoy a garden view from the room.
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
Located 10 minutes’ drive from Duke Point ferry terminal, this Nanaimo motel provides a microwave and a mini refrigerator are included in each guest room. A flat-screen cable TV and high speed WiFi is featured in all air-conditioned rooms. Tea and coffee-making facilities are provided. A kitchenette is offered in select rooms. Vending and laundry machine on site.
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
Our Qualicum Beach inn is at the heart of Vancouver Island on the scenic Oceanside Highway, minutes from picture perfect downtown Qualicum Beach. Golfing, fishing, exploring and more are right around the corner. Many great restaurants are in walking distance. Our 17 suites and rooms await your arrival. Some rooms include jacuzzi tub, private deck, kitchenette, sitting area and/or king-size bed.
The Crown Mansion is a luxury bed & breakfast style hotel in the heart of Qualicum Beach. Elegant rooms, some ocean-view, feature king-sized four-poster beds, large flat-screen TVs and DVD players. Continental breakfast in our beautiful ocean-view dining room is included. Common areas feature as rare wood paneling, elaborate crystal chandeliers, detailed crown mouldings, and a sweeping staircase.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach: 1km
Boasting panoramic ocean views, this Qualicum Beach property offers free Wi-Fi. Qualicum Beach town center is just 5 minutes’ drive away. A 32"flat-screen cable TV is provided in the bright lounge at Westerlea Resort Motel. A shared guest terrace with seating options is offered at Resort Motel Westerlea. BBQ facilities are available. Guests can also make use of the fire pit on site.
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
Welcome to your home away from home! Located in the heart of Shawnigan Lake, our suite is located on a quiet rural street overlooking 5 acres of land, which includes pastures, vegetable garden, many fruit trees and beautiful views. The suite has access to a large yard and a private deck with tables for outside dining.
This Shawnigan Lake B&B offers rooms with private entrances and views. The B&B is within 10 km of a number of wineries. Free Wi-Fi is offered in all of the rooms. The stylish rooms offer antique design and extensive garden views. Arbutus Ridge Golf Club is 10 km away.
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