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The Tide's Inn

3.0 star property
3-star beach motel near Parksville Beach

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Business services

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, Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪42 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
(66 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

About the neighborhood

Parksville

Walk to the beach.At this motel, you'll be steps from Paradise Fun Park and within a 10-minute walk of Parksville Beach. Little Qualicum Cheeseworks and Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Paradise Fun Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Parksville Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Parksville Community Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Floresta - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Brazen Poppy Bakery Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Tide's Inn

3-star beach motel near Parksville Beach
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Tide's Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Parksville motel.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 21 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 21 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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
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
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, 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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 329

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Paradise Sea Shell Motel Parksville
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The Tide's Inn Motel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Tide's Inn to the airport?

The Tide's Inn is 24.2 mi (33-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tide's Inn?

As of Nov 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tide's Inn on Nov 17, 2025 start from $63.13, excluding 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 The Tide's Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Tide's Inn.

How close is The Tide's Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 7-minute walk from Parksville Beach and 3.4 mi (7-min drive) from Rathtrevor Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Tide's Inn offer free breakfast?

The Tide's Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Tide's Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Tide's Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Tide's Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Tide's Inn have a pool?

The Tide's Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Tide's Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Tide's Inn to downtown Parksville?

The Tide's Inn is 0.5 mi away from Parksville.

Reviews

The Tide's Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 957 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 957 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 957 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 957 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 957 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fantastic. Room was great for the price. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

10/10 Excellent

KIM

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, beds were comfortable, tv etc all worked. Close to the beach, but the path down was pretty rough. The free minigolf was great. The staff were great, very friendly and helpful. Cons - parking was an issue if there are too many trucks. People smoking pot by the roadside were annoying, the smell keeps being blown towards the hotel. The room could do with some more clothes hooks and a bigger mirror. But overall, very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to everything. Could use an additional mirror in the room and curtains that don’t cover the AC. Would be nice if rooms were equipped with an iron and iron board.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Oro-Medonte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Upgrade to larger room was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

RAVEENA

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annick

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room, musky smell. No beach access, walking down was a trek to a full rock beach. Mattresses and pillows are in need of replacing. We enjoyed our stay regardless. The staff is impeccable so welcoming and always there for you. They go above and beyond. The snacks, coffee and unlimited popcorn was a hit with all of us. Having the mini golf park and laundry facilities in the castle next door was a bonus. Reasonably priced games and your mini putt game is on them when you stay with there neighbors. :) Very happy with the dishes, utensils, toaster etc.. made us cut on expenses. Parksville beach is 4 min away and you can walk for miles in the hot sandy water. Amazing place for kids of all ages. Recommend this inn. Will be staying there again, please change your mattresses ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely check in staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Super clean. Good dining options, mini golf and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda, Maribel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed this outdoor patio bbq area Clean, quiet Comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, room exeptional and close to all the attractions. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marci, Winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable. The patio area was beautiful and inviting. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was lovely and great to our children. Our room was tidy, bright and spacious. Perfect location with beautiful views and a lot of entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to come. Mini golf is a real bonus. We'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super kind of helpful. We really enjoyed our stay mostly because of the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, friendly staff,& other than slight odor when we walked through the door into the room - the room was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

richard

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I was a bit taken back by this place, as we expected more for the price point. The lady who checked us in was nice, but the room was not up to acceptable cleaning standards. The bathtub had a couple of dead bugs in it upon arrival, The hand soap was watered down so bad, I had to get my own soap for handwashing. On the first night, we were going to sit outside in the gazebo and bbq area, however the garbage bins were right beside this area of the building and they were overflowing with garbage, and I mean overflowing. The two bins were completely full and there were garbage bags all around the bins. The garbage bags on the ground had actually been torn open, most likely by rodents. For our entire stay, we slept on top of the blankets and I barely slept, because I felt like my skin was crawling. I could not wait to get out of that room. The only good thing about this place is the free mini golf across the street: This was way overpriced. The parking lot is also a nightmare if you have a truck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Cochrane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Excellent looking cation to sea walk and beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unlimited mini golf, super staff, walk right on the beach, very convenient location in Parksville.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Mae

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jenine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room needed another mirror and one more garbage can other than that, great room clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025