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South Shore Motel

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

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Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Exterior
Mini-fridge
1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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266 S Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, V0R 2N0
  • Place, Centennial Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Deluxe Room

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

  • Centennial Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Point Ideal Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Central Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cow Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jakes @ The Lake - ‬8 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.

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Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
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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.

How much does it cost to stay at South Shore Motel?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Shore Motel on Nov 20, 2025 start from $83.76, 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 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 164 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reg

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great stay we had while our young nephew was attending hockey camp at Lake Cowichan Rec centre. We were very grateful for the very early arrival we were gifted as we had to be at the first hockey practice so early in the morning. Thank you! The suite was lovely and perfect for what we needed accommodations for. Nice private bedroom, comfortable pullout bed in the living room area for our nephew. The kitchen facilities and bathroom areas had everything we needed. So nice and quiet, very safe environment, good parking, walkable to the rec centre, very nice renovations and sparkling clean. Thank you for everything. We would certainly return and would highly recommend South Shore Motel to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ground floor Motel room with easy onsite parking. Interior of room small but pleasantly redecorated. Fridge and kettle supplied. Easy walk to town.
Elk eating apples just beyond our room!!
Lake…popular on a hot day
Clever play on words!
Beautiful nearby setting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

alice

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Room smelled like cigarette smoke and towels smelled Only had coffee for one morning and we booked two nights It was a very small room. Wasn’t offered any compensation for smokey room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and fresh looking, beds and bedding very comfortable. Love the self check in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tambra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient. Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, richmond

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

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

8/10 Good

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Nice safe place to stay. The separate bedroom was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice little hotel was very comfortable and quiet location. will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

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

8/10 Good

Donald Shawn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
GREAT ACCOMODATIONS
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

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

4/10 Poor

Erin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

It was newly renovated and very nice. The bed was comfortable and was on a beautiful property not right on a road.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

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

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Owners checked us in as we didn’t get an email with instructions
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was recently renovated and it is very nice! It suited the 3 of us well. The only issue was we smelled mold as soon as we opened the door. It seemed to be coming from the bedroom area. We also would have preferred a fridge versus a wine chiller. But this place was amazing! We loved how roomy, clean and quiet it was.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our staff. You can tell the owner has put a ton of pride into cleanliness and small touches.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025