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Wessex Inn By The Sea

2.0 star property

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Beach/ocean view
Two Queen, kitchenette | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
$81
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8

Explore the area

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1846 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay, BC, V0R 1N0
  • Place, Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Arthur Vickers Gallery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Queen, kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Queen, kitchenette

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Cowichan Bay hotel with private balconies
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.
Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Wessex Inn By The Sea has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

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

Wessex Inn By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1008 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
There is a great view from the side we were on, facing the park and the bay, but there is a busy road in front. Quiet at night though. The staff were very friendly and the room and bed were clean and comfortable.nice to have a balcony but not easy to sit there because of location of hanging plant at head level. Big fridge quite noisy at night, and would have preferred a bigger coffee machine, otherwise well equipped. Shower ran cold at 9.30 am ( hot in evening), bathroom sink stopper not working and toilet hard to flush. Close to restaurants, but a list in order to make reservations would have been useful. Nearest beach (Cherry Point) hard to find as no sign for turn- off.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful and the beach was right across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

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

Pleasantly surprised.

Three of our family stayed one night. Such a charming little town. The room itself is newly renovated and is very clean. There is a small but well thought out kitchen area that would be perfect for a longer stay. It appears that all rooms have a balcony and view of the water. So pretty. Very cheerful owners/ staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bay and park right across the street
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking lot as kinda small but the customer service was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Port Alberni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff is really nice and kind especially the filipino guy. i forgot his name. and i really like the unlimited cold drink for the hot weather. i love also the view outside the cowinichan bay it really makes me relax and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maaya

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

Amazing staff

Older building with amazing staff who are caring and attentive to your every need. The management is work hard to make improvements related to the age and comfort of the building and rooms. The location of this property is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a park across the street and it was nice and quiet in the morning to have our coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

OMOYIBO

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very nice and room is clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sigfrido

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is NOT for Seniors or Adults, it’s for families who like to bring their children for a short holiday, It’s designed to do your own things, like cooking, cleaning, made your bed et cetera. Way too expensive for a place like that. I wouldn’t not recommend too a couple that’s looking to rest or stay away from daily shores. Plain and simple, it’s a dirty little place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexaner

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet place. Michael also nice too and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvonne

Liked: Staff & service
Beds were uncomfortable and bathroom in need of update.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Michael was amazing and very accomodating. We arrived 9:55pm and
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Clinton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Located across from Cowichan Bay, not a bad view. The manager was super friendly and accommodating. It looks like they are renovating the exterior so the upkeep is improving. Room was very clean and I will stay again if passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Michael was a great host
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Excellent place to stay in Cowichan Bay

My wife & I stayed in a nicely renovated room on the top floor overlooking Cowichan Bay which is literally across the street ( Awesome view!). The queen size bed was very comfortable. The room had air conditioning which was a savior as a heat wave was in place. In addition free soda and bottled water were included(No limit) Excellent location, walking distance to numerous restaurants, coffee houses, park and marina. Lastly, but important to mention is Michael the manager. Michael was very friendly, personable, and definitely went out of his way to accommodate us. This man deserves a raise!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The proximity to the water was awesome but the rooms definitely could use an upgrade. It’s a unique property and very old but doesn’t seem like they have put much work into the upkeep. Our room was clean but the beds were not very comfortable, new mattresses would be great. Staff was very helpful and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025