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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
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Reception
Beach nearby, beach volleyball

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 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, 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(69 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(69 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 - 0.1 miles
  • Parksville Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Parksville Community Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Vancouver Island University Parksville Campus - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oceanside Place Arena - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Floresta - ‬18 min walk

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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The Tide's Inn Motel
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The Tide's Inn Motel Parksville

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 Feb 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tide's Inn on Feb 11, 2026 start from $71.74, 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.

The Tide's Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 983 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 983 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 983 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 983 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 983 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The photo in the pictures on here are not what they appear…make sure you zoom in on the left side of this house and you’ll see the true building.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Cute hotel with good rates and free access to golf course.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gagandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

It was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

HUSSAM, West Vancouver

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed in two different rooms in the last two weeks, each one has different shower, different quality of water pressure I believe it would be a good idea to make all the rooms with one standard as possible as we can Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good place for a two night stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keith David, Halifax

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antony, Edmonton

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms with convenience of a kitchenette.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vera, Edmonton

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value and a good location. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

HUSSAM, West Vancouver

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was OK The room was small and was not clean, especially under the bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quiet and comfortable. Outside there was a very nice bar b q area and lounge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was a clean good place to stay. A few little things were bad the coffee pot didn't work and it took a long time to get hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large room with clean, comfortable bed! Toni was very helpful at the front desk. Bonuses included free popcorn and free golf at the mini-golf next door. Great area for walking to Parksville boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ken

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly sold for the free mini gold alone
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and updated. The staff was excellent and the location was fantastic! I will absolutely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and because I arrived early for check in they were able to clean my room early to accomodate me
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Clean, spacious room. Staff at front desk very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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