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Wessex Inn By The Sea

2.0 star property

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Beach/ocean view
Two Queen, kitchenette
Exterior
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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1846 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay, BC, V0R 1N0
  • Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Maple Bay Marina
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Queen, kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Queen, kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Wessex Inn By The Sea

Hotel in Cowichan Bay with free parking
Free self parking and free WiFi in public areas are available at this hotel. Housekeeping is available on request.
Wessex Inn By The Sea offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Wessex Inn By The Sea. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Guests have great things to say about the value of their stay and the clean accommodations
  • Steps from Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre and 6 minutes by foot from Cowichan Wooden Boat Society
  • Pets welcome for a fee
WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cowichan Bay hotel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Full payment must be made by credit card prior to closing to arrange after-hours check-in. If payment cannot be processed for any reason, after-hours check-ins will not be permitted. Guests arriving after hours must come to front desk the next day, regardless of length of stay, to complete registration.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Wessex Inn By The Sea.

Property is also known as

Wessex Inn
Wessex Inn Sea
Wessex Inn Sea Cowichan Bay
Wessex Sea
Wessex Sea Cowichan Bay
Wessex Inn By The Sea Hotel
Wessex Inn By The Sea Cowichan Bay
Wessex Inn By The Sea Hotel Cowichan Bay

Reviews

Wessex Inn By The Sea Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1021 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic place to stay. It is 10 mins from Duncan. It had excellent staff and rooms to stay in. And it is just across the street from Cowichan Bay. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. clean, comfortable, and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. Seem to really care that we are happy with our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quirico, Ajax

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for three nights (June 6th, 2025 - June 9th, 2025) and I would highly recommend this hotel/motel. Checking-in was super easy and the front desk person, Michael was very friendly. The place is older but updates have been made where needed. Our room had a kitchenet and it had everything needed for us to have breakfast in the morning. The location is fantastic as it is steps away to the lake/bay, which can also be viewed from our room. There is also a small cluster of shops and restaurants in walking distance if you do not feel like going to the city of Duncan which is just a a few kilometres away. We saw Michael almost everyday and always asked if we needed anything and how our stay was - this was greatly appreciated. Thank you Michael for our wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it was by the sea. The owner and staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room, newly renovated, great service and a beautiful view right by the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karena

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel that is being updated beautifully. The room I was in was modern and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

arlene

This property is listed as being 15.4 miles from Galiano, but what isn't made clear is that you need to take a boat to reach it, and the trip takes approximately 2.5 hours. I contacted the property to explain my situation, but they still charged me the full amount for the night, even though they weren’t fully booked. Based on this experience, I can’t say anything positive about my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It would have been nice to have two keys--one for each occupant. Otherwise a quaint little place nestled in a funky tourist spot.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stefanie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has been renovated and is very nice. All the amenities were available. It’s also across the street from the Bay so the view was very nice. Staff were very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location! One of our favorite spots to stay on the island. Very friendly people running the place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I think this hotel is up and coming if they continue to invest in upgrades as they can. Great location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Konrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick trip

We had a short and very nice stay. The room was very clean, newly renovated, and the fron desk was very friendly and helpfull.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jason, Cold Lake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful view with an excellent park across the road to walk your dog our just sit and enjoy the scenic ocean view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lorene

Travelled with partner
It was clean and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
At check in our friendly person upgraded us to a waterfront view room when he found out we were celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary....such a kind and thoughtful gesture!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernd

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely water view, full kitchen, very helpful and cheerful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abd Al Mageed

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is better than anywhere else I’ve ever stayed. When we visit the island, this is the only place we stay. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025