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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
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
At our Parksville B&B free WiFi is provided. Guest rooms in the cabin are fitted with a coffee machine. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms include a garden view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A Full English/Irish breakfast is served every morning at the property.
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.
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
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
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 Parksville motel is conveniently located on the Island Highway. A microwave and a refrigerator are included in each room. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park is 1.9 mi away. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in all air-conditioned rooms at Arbutus Grove Motel. A seating area and garden views are offered. Select rooms include a kitchenette.
This Parksville hotel features an indoor pool, jacuzzi and gym. A 32-inch wall-mounted flat-screen TV is provided in every room. The rooms are equipped with a microwave, fridge and coffee maker. There is free Wi-Fi along with a comfortable seating area and a work desk. Guests can enjoy a daily continental breakfast. The spacious breakfast bar area features a double-sided fireplace.
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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.
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
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
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.
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 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
Offering a fitness center, our Nanaimo hotel is located only 6 minutes’ walk from Nanaimo’s Harbourfront walkway. A complimentary breakfast is included each morning. Free WiFi access is available. A flat-screen cable TV is provided in each room at this hotel. A seating area and a work desk are also available. A private bathroom includes a shower, bath, and towels. Select rooms offer a balcony.
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 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.
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.
Located in Qualicum Bay, we offer new renovated suites, 1 room, 2 room and 2-bedroom, as well 2 bedroom cabin. TV, Telephone, and WIFI. Each unit is fully equipped, right down to linens and towels. All suites are serviced daily (and upgraded yearly) so that you can just relax and enjoy your vacation.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach: 8.4km
This bed & breakfast is located in Qualicum Beach. Its rooms feature an en suite bathroom and kitchenette. Guest rooms also include cable TV and a seating area with a sofa. Select rooms have an ocean view or private garden patio. Breakfast is delivered to rooms daily. There is an on-site spa, Esthetics Studio, as well as a garden.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach: 0.6km
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
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.
Located on the west side of Shawnigan Lake on Vancouver Island, this quiet property is close to the Great Canada Trail. Guests can enjoy the surrounding gardens. Each suite has a private entrance, in suite bathroom, seating area, smart TV, table and chairs, and a balcony with a BBQ and seating areas. There is a well-equipped kitchenette including a microwave and mini refrigerator in the 2 suites.
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