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The Tide's Inn

3.0 star property

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Mini-golf
2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Beach nearby, beach volleyball
Reception
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
$92
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30

Explore the area

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411 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC, V9P 1A1
  • Place, Paradise Fun Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Parksville Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Parksville Community Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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1 King Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

1 King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 Queen Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

1 Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Tide's Inn

3-star Parksville motel steps from Paradise Fun Park
At The Tide's Inn, hit the nearby beach where you can enjoy volleyball, then dine onsite at Purebread Bakery + Coffee. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Tide's Inn offers 35 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in September 2023.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The motel offers a coffee shop/cafe. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach motel also offers barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site.

The Tide's Inn has designated areas for smoking.

Purebread Bakery + Coffee - Onsite café.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Purebread Bakery + Coffee

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated guestrooms - September 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Coast Parksville Hotel, 374 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC, V9P 1K8]
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 21 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 21 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 329

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Paradise Sea Shell Motel Parksville
Paradise Sea Shell Motel
Paradise Sea Shell Parksville
Paradise Sea Shell
The Tide's Inn Motel
Paradise Sea Shell Motel
The Tide's Inn Parksville
The Tide's Inn Motel Parksville

The Tide's Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 605 out of 972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 972 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cindy, Sooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
wish there was an elevator. stairs are a bit narrow. tough to get luggage up when your a bit older
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They just need to fix the outside door lock. Inside, very hard to do the bigger lock.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dorain

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay. Large room on upstairs level. Remodeled with some great new features.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
arrival and check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok. Clean, quiet and unlimited coffee!!!! We booked last minute and they had rooms available.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness
I reserved at one price and was charged a higher price. Felt like Expedia bookers are treated second class
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Very friendly and easy check-in. Room was nice and clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Basic and clean. Rooms are small
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff, free popcorn, free mini-golf, clean, and cheap!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Motel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

10/10 Excellent

Ulrich

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

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

8/10 Good

Carolyn, Bowen Island

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds. Friendly staff. Close to beach. Good location as a travel base. Road noise a bit of an annoyance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice, North Vancouver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff A#1. Impressive refurb inside, 3-setting makeup mirror, superior bath products. Abundant towels, outlets & hangers. Stayed #30 - cool, quiet, easy in&out. Eating/writing table on wheels. Good bed. Great A/C and WiFi and streaming services (BYO Passwords)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly check in, clean rooms, walk to beach. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so attentive at the motel, cute little spot and right next to Paradise mini golf and the beach it was perfect for the kids. Rooms were clean but basic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025