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Quality Inn Waddling Dog

2.5 star property
Hotel in Saanichton with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Pool
Free daily continental breakfast
Free daily continental breakfast
The Quality Inn Waddling Dog in central Saanich offers continental breakfast, a cozy bar, and an extensive library. Travelers appreciate the helpful staff, convenient location, and WiFi in public areas, making it easy to plan nearby adventures.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Saanichton, Quality Inn Waddling Dog is in an area with good airport proximity. Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Butchart Gardens and Royal BC Museum. Panorama Recreation Centre and Victoria Butterfly Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Map
2476 Mt. Newton Cross, Saanichton, BC, V8M2B8

What's nearby

  • Saanichton Bay Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Victoria Butterfly Gardens - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Butchart Gardens - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Elk Lake - 12 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mary's Bleue Moon Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪RnR Diner - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪White Spot - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Quality Inn Waddling Dog

Property highlights
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a library, and a bar at Quality Inn Waddling Dog. Free WiFi in public areas and conference space are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, ATM/banking services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Quality Inn Waddling Dog feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Exterior

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 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 15 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, 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Quality Inn Waddling Dog Saanichton
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Quality Inn Waddling Dog Hotel Saanichton

Frequently asked questions

Is Quality Inn Waddling Dog pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Quality Inn Waddling Dog?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Quality Inn Waddling Dog?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Quality Inn Waddling Dog?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quality Inn Waddling Dog located?

Situated in Saanichton, this hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Panorama Recreation Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of British Columbia Aviation Museum and Iroquois Park. Mary Winspear Centre and Victoria Butterfly Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Quality Inn Waddling Dog Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1020 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very personable staff, small hotel, would use it again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, awesome staff, conveniently located, love the pub. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the staff are always friendly and the rooms and nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very homey feel-across from seaside walking path-friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarina

Breakfast was ok Room was excellent clean and spacious Staff was professional and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehnaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and well kept hotel, clean and quiet. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming old inn located close to Butchart Gardens and the ferry to Vancouver. Loved dinners at the friendly pub downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Complimentary breakfast was good. Adjoining pub was reasonably priced snd meals were big
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Always like staying here. My family is divided between Sidney and Victoria so location is great! Perfect continental breakfast too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a convenient location between Sidney and Victoria. Comfortable room, pleasant staff, and the food in tge pub was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint inn, friendly staff, good value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Returning guest, love the location and ambience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Waddling Dog is a very well maintained facility and it was a pleasure to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great one night stay. Close to airport. Quiet. Friendly staff. Great price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean with a great pub in the same building.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique accommodation with a great breakfast in a lovely library setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

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

10/10 Excellent

Wijesooriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great ambience, staff is friendly, good breakfast that rotates and at a very convenient place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and large, bed was comfortable and they offered a good breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and close tovthe airport, nice soacious rooms, welcoming, nice bathroom, breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Staff were friendly and efficient. Breakfast was good with a varied selection of foods.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was close to several areas I wanted to see
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly friendly and the breakfast room was beautiful. Our room was quiet and cozy. I wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite staff, good breakfast options, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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