Wessex Inn By The Sea

2.0 star property
Cowichan Bay guestrooms with balconies

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Beach/ocean view
 Two Queen, kitchenette | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1846 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay, BC, V0R 1N0
  • Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Maple Bay Marina
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

One Queen, kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Queen, kitchenette

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

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
  • Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 12 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Maple Bay Marina - 25 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪White Spot - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Original Joe's - ‬9 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
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.