Wessex Inn By The Sea

2.0 star property
Hotel in Cowichan Bay with free parking

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Wessex Inn By The Sea

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Beach/ocean view
Front of property
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Water view
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Wessex Inn By The Sea

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Highlight
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Cowichan Bay by travelers.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the neighborhood

Map
1846 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay, BC, V0R 1N0
  • Popular LocationCowichan Bay Maritime Centre6 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard7 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaple Bay Marina19 min drive
  • AirportVictoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)64 min drive
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Room options

One Queen, kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 247 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 250 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Queen, kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cowichan Bay

Located in Cowichan Bay, Wessex Inn By The Sea is in a rural area and by the ocean. Cowichan Native Village and Kinsol Trestle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at The Raptors and Manley Creek Park. Cowichan Wooden Boat Society and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre are also worth visiting. Kayaking and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre - 6 min walk
  • Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard - 7 min drive
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 11 min drive
  • Maple Bay Marina - 19 min drive
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 68 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Original Joe's - 9 min drive
  • Small Block Brewery - 8 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 9 min drive
  • Cobblestone Inn - 10 min drive
  • Starbucks - 9 min drive

About this property

Wessex Inn By The Sea

Hotel by the ocean
Wessex Inn By The Sea provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value
Room features
All guestrooms at Wessex Inn By The Sea feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

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

Is Wessex Inn By The Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wessex Inn By The Sea on Apr 28, 2024 start from $94.12, 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.

How much is parking at Wessex Inn By The Sea?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wessex Inn By The Sea?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wessex Inn By The Sea?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Wessex Inn By The Sea located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre, Cowichan Wooden Boat Society, and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre. Arthur Vickers Gallery and Cowichan Golf and Country Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Wessex Inn By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 659 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 659 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 659 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 659 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 659 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness
Very old facility but many upgrades done in important areas. Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not stay here. Dirty, smells, large group of people who live in the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The place was quite run down , dirty windows and sound travelled very easily from room to room. Little parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all very nice and that’s why I’m giving this at least two stars, but the rest was pretty bad. From small things to having no conditioner in the shower, to a rotting deck that my foot pushed through, paper thin walls so we could hear everything from other rooms, an old, old fridge that was also loud, and a price that was way too high. I would not recommend staying here unless you’re completely stuck. Terrible night overall for us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

guo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice lake view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is in an excellent location right by the water. Nice walking nearby and close enough to walk down the road for some nice restaurants. It's an older place that is well maintained and very clean. Have stayed there for many years and there are often improvements and upgrades from one year to the next. Reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caffyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is across the street from a waterfront park. The room was clean and the little kitchenette was very functional. I will come again,.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the waterfront and close to the wharf and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Room Cleanliness & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0