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Victoria is the obvious hub of the South Vancouver Island. For more information on Victoria BC, please use this link to visit our Victoria page.
Saltspring Island is famous for being the home of artists and craftspeople who wanted to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city. It is the largest (at 193.5 sq. km 121 sq. mi.) and most populated of the Vancouver Island from both Fulford Harbour and Vesuvius Bay.
Sooke is only 25 km (15.6 mi.) west of Victoria and feels like a different world. Known for its fishing and wildlife, it only elected its first mayor in November 1999.
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Nestled in the scenic Mill Bay, only 30 minutes north of Victoria, Rosebank Cottages offer a postcard setting with picturesque privacy and superb surroundings. Beautifully landscaped grounds with a quiet, country feeling, magnificent sunrises and lovely ocean views from all cottages. Come enjoy a peaceful and relaxing holiday in your private vacation cottage on the beach.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 66.6km
Airport: 61km
Downtown Victoria: 44.3km
Our Victoria boutique hotel has expansive ocean, and residential views paired with an unparalleled array of luxury amenities and services. All rooms and suites offer at least one fireplace and large spa-inspired bathrooms in addition to flat screen HD TVs and wireless Internet. Many of our rooms and suites also offer either kitchenettes or full kitchens.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 36.4km
Airport: 30.8km
Downtown Victoria: 6.2km
Our Victoria bed and breakfast provides river views, a terrace and free Wi-Fi. We are 8 km from Camosun College and 9.7 km from Royal Roads University. Each unit features a patio, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a hot tub and a hairdryer. There is a fridge and an electric tea pot and coffee machine.
Victoria's only 5 Star, full service hotel. The 304 guest rooms & suites have private balconies, air conditioning, & complimentary Internet access. Enjoy casual West Coast Cuisine in The Pacific Restaurant, exclusive private dining in The Mark & specialty coffees, smoothies, baked goods & deli-style food at The Courtyard Café.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 31km
Airport: 27.1km
Downtown Victoria: 0.5km
Our Victoria boutique hotel is a new place where budget meets luxury. Located in the garden setting of the famous Craigdarroch Castle, we're within walking distance to downtown Victoria, Belfry Theatre and the Jubilee Hospital. We welcome all the smart forward thinking travellers of the world seeking homestyle short term and long term boutique hotel accommodation as well as vacation rental suites.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 33.3km
Airport: 27.6km
Downtown Victoria: 3.1km
Overlooking Victoria's beautiful inner harbor and the historic Parliament buildings, the Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel features luxurious accommodations, first-class amenities and exceptional service in the heart of the city. Guests can enjoy in-room spa treatments. Only a short distance from the Regent Waterfront, guests will be able to discover a variety of popular attractions.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 32km
Airport: 26.4km
Downtown Victoria: 0.35km
Our Victoria bed and breakfast offers the best of both worlds: a tranquil B&B experience on the water. A welcoming and relaxing atmosphere awaits you, as well as warm hospitality and wonderful views. Enjoy golfing, fishing and sightseeing. Enjoy the view in a comfortable sitting area, which includes TV/DVD/Video and fireplace, or from your own private patio area outside the garden doors.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 40.9km
Airport: 35.3km
Downtown Victoria: 16.2km
Our Bed & Breakfast is located in the heart of downtown Victoria. We offer a unique taste of traditional Edwardian comfort and hospitality, mixed with European flair. In our heritage home, guests can experience the romance of handcrafted four-poster beds and air jetted tubs to beautifully decorated family-style rooms. Our B&B also offers the personal service and ambience you look for!
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 33.5km
Airport: 27.8km
Downtown Victoria: 1.2km
Our beautifully restored award-winning heritage building is located in the heart of downtown Victoria BC near the lively Inner Harbour. The hotel offers 29 distinctive one and two-bedroom suites: perfect for business travellers as well as vacationers and families. Many suites feature two-storey lofts and accommodate up to six. Each suite offers a spacious living area and a fully equipped kitchen.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 24.9km
Airport: 25.8km
Downtown Victoria: 1.1km
Welcome to a unique floating home B&B on the sea at Fisherman's Wharf near downtown Victoria, BC, Canada. Rock gently to sleep with seagulls calling goodnight. E-mail me to book now and come and enjoy your stay in one of North America's premier travel destinations. The coolest place to make unique memories that you will remember and talk about. The entire house is available for rent Nov and Dec.
Overlooking Victoria Harbour, Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub & GuestHouses is located 1.5 km from Victoria city centre. It features rooms with a spa bath and free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a fireplace. Each has a private patio and a free beer and truffle tasting. A gourmet breakfast is delivered to the room each morning.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 32.5km
Airport: 26.8km
Downtown Victoria: 1.8km
Beautifully appointed Victoria BC hotel, located near the Inner Harbour, in the heart of downtown. Steps away are major attractions, shops, & restaurants. Complimentary continental breakfast & covered parking. 100% non-smoking studios & spacious suites each with a private balcony, fridge, free local calls & free H/S internet. Relax in the seasonal outdoor pool, whirlpool, sauna & fitness room.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 33.1km
Airport: 27.3km
Downtown Victoria: 0.8km
We are conveniently located within walking distance to all that Victoria, BC one of Canada's best known tourist destinations has to offer. The Gaslight's Interior is beautifully appointed with an array of local art displayed amongst the Arts & Crafts architecture of the home.
Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a well-fitted kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A dishwasher, a microwave and fridge are also featured, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine. Camosun College is 11 km from the aparthotel, while Point Ellice House is 13 km away.
Galiano Island's Ultimate Oceanfront Destination. Discover a spectacular West Coast island getaway minutes from city life. Experience the warm ambiance of a Spa and Wellness Retreat with the casual elegance of a Mediterranean-style oceanfront inn. Relax in beautiful accommodations in this special Gulf Island hideaway.
The suite offers a three course breakfast served each morning. Free WiFi is available. The suite has its own private entrance, 6 person hot tub and patio, and flat screen TV. Keurig coffee machine, microwave, and mini refrigerator are also provided. Butchart Gardens is 10 minutes' drive away and Victoria city center is 20 minutes' drive away.
Armand Heights B&B on Salt Spring Island offers three beautifully romantic rooms, each with their own private entrance and balcony that overlook a magnificent view of the southern Gulf Islands, the mainland and mountains in the distance. This is truly "top of the world" vacation living! In the morning, we offer a full and hearty breakfast served at a private time you select up to 9 am.
With a private terrace, boat mooring and beach, this completely non-smoking Salt Spring Island accommodation includes suites with a kitchenette and an electric fireplace. An oceanfront hot tub with bathrobes and slippers is available. A 40-inch flat-screen satellite TV and a selection of DVDs are included. The bathroom features heated porcelain tile floors.
This decorative hotel is located just across from Salt Spring Island Visitor Information in Ganges. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms. Rooms at this hotel offer a flat-screen TV and a luxurious pillowtop bed. Deluxe Rooms also feature a fireplace, a private bathroom and views of the sea. Guests can enjoy the outdoor deck or relax by the fireplace in the lounge area.
Decorated in a French design, this Salt Spring Island countryside house is opposite Ruckle Provincial Park. A full kitchen and 2 covered decks are available at the cottage. Fulford Ferry to Swartz Bay is 15 minutes’ drive away. The hotel features stained glass windows, a wood stove and is furnished in antiques. A full bathroom and an additional outdoor shower are available.
Located on its own private beach, Cusheon Lake Resort is located in Ganges on Salt Spring Island. An outdoor hot tub and BBQ facilities are available on the terrace. A flat-screen cable TV with DVD player is featured in the living room area in each unit at this rustic resort. A full kitchen provides an oven, microwave, refrigerator, and dining table.
This Salt Spring Island seaside resort offers a private beach area, a variety of spa services and villas with a patio and fireplace. The spacious villas provide a two-person mineral bath. Each villa has a fully equipped kitchen, barbecue grills and a living room with a sofa. Some offer an ocean view. Row boats and bikes are available for guests.
This Sidney hotel is 3 miles from Victoria International Airport. It features a full-service spa and beauty salon, multiple on-site dining options and modern rooms with free Wi-Fi. Hotel rooms feature light colors and have a mini-fridge, coffee maker and a sitting area. Each of the private bathrooms have bathrobes and slippers. Butchart Gardens is a 20-minute drive away.
Distances to…
Ferry - Vancouver: 6.8km
Airport: 4.9km
Downtown Victoria: 27.7km
Downtown Sidney: 0.5km
Ocean Wilderness Inn & Spa is a romantic sea-side bed and breakfast on five acres of old growth rain forest. When booking your special get-away choose from rooms overlooking ocean and mountain or forest. Snuggle under a down comforter in your canopied bed after a candle-lit in-room tub for two. A popular respite for weary vacationers is the hot tub, tucked in a "Japanese Gazebo".
Offering a welcome basket to guests on arrival, this waterfront Sooke property features a private beach with views of the Pacific Ocean and Olympic Mountains. A cable flat-screen TV and free WiFi are included in each room. Select suites offer a kitchenette where the guest can prepare and enjoy meals in-suite for added comfort and convenience.
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