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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
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Premium Renovated Ocean View, Two Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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One Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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, Cowichan Wooden Boat Society
    ‪7 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 Bed, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium Renovated Ocean View, Two Queen Beds, Kitchenette

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

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

Premium Renovated Ocean View One Queen

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

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Premium Renovated Ocean View King Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Renovated Ocean View King Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King 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 Clipper Ferry Terminal - 53 min drive - 43.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Small Block Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dog House Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Drumroaster Coffee - ‬7 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Wessex Inn By The Sea?

As of Apr 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wessex Inn By The Sea on Apr 12, 2026 start from $89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. 529 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ratna kishore

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You can tell the owner is trying to fix up the place. The walls and celing are very thin. One room kept us up the first night, then the room above us woke us up the next night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

FREDERICH, Campbell River

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and had just had an update. Sahil who checked us in was awesome. Very professional and friendly. He upgraded us to a newly renovated room. All in all it was a very nice stay. 😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yao

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We were greeted by Michael. VERY friendly and welcoming. We booked a kitchenette but were given a corner room on the side of the building with ocean view. It did have a microwave and fridge. We weren’t aware of the change though. Michael checked on us shortly after our arrival to see if we liked the room, which he noted was an upgrade from what we booked, as it had a view. Not necessary for us as it was dark, raining and we were only staying for one night. He kindly offered to move us to the kitchenette but we were settled and liked the room. He kindly brought us dishes for the meal we bought and we were set. Thank you again Michael! Room was clean, there were upgrades to the bathroom and we found the bed comfortable. We liked the location and the view sitting on the balcony would be nice on a clear day. You can hear the seals in the bay across the street. 😃 You can also hear street traffic all night unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Room was clean staff was great. Too bad Christmas time rates are up. I was going to go again.Perhaps another time
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

MARIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated room. Very kind helpful manager and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was newly renovated! It was wonderful and I loved the updated mirror in the bathroom. The balcony was great with the wonderul water view. What made our stay even better was the gentlemen in the office checking us in. He was friendly, courteous with a great attitude.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful, freshly renovated room with kitchenette and ocean view. I liked that there was a fridge with a freezer and a simple, easy to use coffee maker. I also appreciate that the TV remote wasn’t overly complicated like some places I’ve stayed. Michael at the front desk is very friendly and helpful. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very affordable and great communication with staff. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald, vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very hospitable & helpful front desk staff. Made late check in a breeze. Can see there efforts of renovation. And you can hear the seals playing from the hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre, SHERBROOKE

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Teri Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right across from the beach. Comfy bed, beautiful ocean view, newly renovated. Gentleman at the front desk was very friendly, helpful, and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jared

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Victoria

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment I checked in it was fabulous! Friendly and very inviting place that is quaint and in an amazing location in Cowichan Bay. Just far enough away from the main street and it's business - walking distance so no worries about having to bring a vehicle to explore the village. Clean and the room was exceptionally nice. Newly renovated suite with 2 queen beds and a kitchenette. The room was equipped with more than enough towels, pots, cutlery, coffee and they even had splenda which made me very happy. Very quiet, the view from one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept on was the ocean. I literally sit up in my bed in the morning and see the ocean. Hearing the sea lions right from my room is pretty awesome, it's high season for them at the moment in Cowichan Bay and the reason many people come around this time of year. I will not stay anywhere else in Cowichan Bay except this little gem! I even extended my stay! Great Job to this small team for the best stay ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025