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Wessex Inn By The Sea

2.0 star property
Hotel in Cowichan Bay with free parking

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Beach/ocean view
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Two Queen, kitchenette | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Wessex Inn By The Sea welcomes travelers with ocean proximity and in-room WiFi. The hotel offers self parking that previous guests appreciate alongside consistently helpful staff. Its location earns high marks from those who've stayed here before.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Tomorrow

Sep 13 - Sep 14
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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Queen, kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Queen, kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
1846 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay, BC, V0R 1N0

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

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, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Wessex Inn By The Sea feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate 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

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 provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 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
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

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 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).

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Wessex Inn By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, clean newly renovated rooms, knowledgeable, friendly kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful and the beach was right across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went out of their way to ensure that we had everything we needed and rooms were very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very nice and room is clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

isaiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Beautiful quiet area to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a park across the street and it was nice and quiet in the morning to have our coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice view. Good restaurants nearby. Cute town. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff member at the desk was very kind and considerate.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities were adequate. Location was ideal. Great ocean view from room. Perks - complimentary bottled water and juice. Friendly people.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, good seaview and walkable the sea. 5 minutes walk to the nearby cafes and pubs. Good free parking with security cameras. Rooms are quite spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bay and park right across the street
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking lot as kinda small but the customer service was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a great location and the staff were so friendly and helpful. Room was very dated but very clean. They are updating all the rooms. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexaner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet place. Michael also nice too and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tom

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

10/10 Excellent

Laila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind manager, clean room, water view!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff are very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is older but the staff really care about making sure your stay is exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great experience. My whole family are very comfortable. Very clean and accommodating staff. I definitely come back here and recommend to my friends.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet. Beautiful view of the bay. Cute little town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Beds and showers were great! Love the open fridge with beverages
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean with an unexpected kitchenette. Very friendly staff. Great value for dollars spent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bharat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Property has a great location and sea view from the room I stayed in was visible
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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