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South Shore Motel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Lake Cowichan motel

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Relax in this cozy space with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.
Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, coffee table, flat-screen TV, and dining area.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a sink, microwave, and dishwasher.
Cozy retreat with a single bed, flat-screen TV, and convenient coat rack.
Guests can relax on the porch or enjoy the natural surroundings from the upper-level balconies.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
266 S Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, V0R 2N0
  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Kaatza Station Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Central Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

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

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50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Lake Cowichan

In Lake Cowichan .Within a 5-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Centennial Park and Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. Beaver Creek Rhododendron Park and Saywell Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kaatza Station Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Central Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dashwood Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪J & V's Burgers & Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ed's Coffeehouse - ‬11 min walk

About this property

South Shore Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Lake Cowichan motel
South Shore Motel offers its guests express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lake Cowichan motel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-out
  • Smoking in designated areas
South Shore Motel offers 11 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered 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.
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (30 inches high)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

South Shore Motel Motel
South Shore Motel Lake Cowichan
South Shore Motel Motel Lake Cowichan

Frequently asked questions

How close is South Shore Motel to the airport?

South Shore Motel is 37.5 mi (47-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (YCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does South Shore Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at South Shore Motel.

Does South Shore Motel offer free breakfast?

South Shore Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at South Shore Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at South Shore Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at South Shore Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does South Shore Motel have a pool?

South Shore Motel does not have a pool.

Does South Shore Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is South Shore Motel to downtown Lake Cowichan?

South Shore Motel is 0.6 mi away from Lake Cowichan.

South Shore Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 121 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

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

8/10 Good

Roland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had 2 rooms. One was very musty smelling but both were newly renovated and very clean. There is no staff on site but we needed towels and texted and they showed up right away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

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

February stay

Nice place, easy check in, clean, super quiet. Room was smaller than expected, was fine for the kid and I but would have been too small for any more
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the arena for the hockey tournament we were attending. Nice space/ renovations. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was newly renovated and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It's very small for a suite. Also, the cleanliness was questionable with popcorn in the pullout of the couch. Coffee maker made cold coffee. All in all it was not bad but not great either.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Self service however, very well thought out and great communication
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
perfect stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well kept and nicely decorated. A wonderful place to stay in Lake Cowichan!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, close to town. Cool little kitchenette, separate bedroom. Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice, Langley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have done a good job of redecorating good location for walking into town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was updated with walk in shower. Kitchen with fridge & kitchen suite and all utensils. They continued to provide coffee & creamer for the length of our stay. Everything was clean and in excellent shape. We saw a peacock and deer in the yard. Excellent coffee shops, restaurants, shopping, parks, trails & beaches within short drives from the motel. We stayed for a week and we plan on returning next time we return to the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, very clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No AC and fan on ceiling doesn’t get to the bed. Smells old and like old cigarettes, but value for money ojay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Modest exterior, upgraded and fun interior - clean and comfortable bed, easy text check in service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaley

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice new looking room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024