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Wessex Inn By The Sea

2.0 star property
Cowichan Bay guestrooms with balconies

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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

About the neighborhood

Cowichan Bay

Oceanside stay.You'll be steps from Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre and within a 10-minute walk of Cowichan Wooden Boat Society. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Arthur Vickers Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cowichan Wooden Boat Society - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Arthur Vickers Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Victoria Harbour - 52 min drive - 43.6 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Small Block Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪White Spot - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Wessex Inn By The Sea

Cowichan Bay guestrooms with balconies
WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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: 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.

Property payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wessex Inn By The Sea to the airport?

Wessex Inn By The Sea is 8.8 mi (18-min drive) away from the Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Wessex Inn By The Sea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wessex Inn By The Sea.

Does Wessex Inn By The Sea offer free breakfast?

Wessex Inn By The Sea does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wessex Inn By The Sea?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Chances Cowichan (8-min drive) and Chances Casino (9-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Wessex Inn By The Sea?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wessex Inn By The Sea?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Wessex Inn By The Sea have a pool?

Wessex Inn By The Sea does not have a pool.

Does Wessex Inn By The Sea have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Wessex Inn By The Sea to downtown Cowichan Bay?

Wessex Inn By The Sea is 0.5 mi away from Cowichan Bay.

Wessex Inn By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1011 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

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

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

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a great location and the staff were so friendly and helpful. Room was very dated but very clean. They are updating all the rooms. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great experience. My whole family are very comfortable. Very clean and accommodating staff. I definitely come back here and recommend to my friends.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Beautiful views from a great hotel

Fantastic experience. Sahil was an amazing host and so accommodating. The room was freshly renovated and perfect for our needs. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

OMOYIBO

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and net. Great and excellent customer service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheharyar

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

10/10 Excellent

Khushpreet

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming staff. Could use a little more updating. Great location to stay..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, good seaview and walkable the sea. 5 minutes walk to the nearby cafes and pubs. Good free parking with security cameras. Rooms are quite spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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