Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock provides amenities, such as a firepit and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Located in Lake Cowichan, this hotel is in the city centre and on a river. Bald Mountain Park and Cowichan River Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kaatza Station Museum and Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Lake Cowichan travel guide
Lake Cowichan, BC
What's nearby
Riverside Park
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Lake Cowichan Municipal Office
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Kaatza Station Museum
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Central Park
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
46 min drive
Restaurants
Ed's Coffeehouse
1 min walk
Jakes @ The Lake
2 min walk
Tim Hortons
9 min walk
J&V Burgers & Pizza
4 min walk
riverside inn
5 min walk
About this property
Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock
Hotel by the lake
Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock provides amenities, such as a firepit and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Smoke-free property and bike parking
Room features
All guest rooms at Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Is Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock?
As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock on 19 Nov 2026 start from NZ$225, including 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 Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock located?
Located in the heart of Lake Cowichan, this hotel is steps away from Ohtaki Park, Forest Workers Memorial Park and Ts'uubaa-asatx Square. Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch and Lake Cowichan Municipal Office are just steps away.
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Reviews
Riverside Studio | Kitchenette, Firepit, BBQ, Dock Reviews
9.8
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alan
19 Apr 2025
Absolutely fabulous accommodation
Peace and quiet with a great view of the river. Excellent accommodation very clean and comfortable
We loved our stay. Clean and quiet. Had all we needed. Air fryer, hot plate, pot, pan, dishes, microwave, coffee maker, etc. Comfy bed and pillows, plenty of towels, hair dryers etc.
Loved having the grill to make some steaks, loved the firepit (that someone else had lit and had going), and the view could not be beat.
Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Yun-chu
6 Jan 2026
Riverside Cottage is the best choice of stay at Cowichan Lake
The room is clean and has very beautifil view of the river. I really loved the stay here.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Tanya
15 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and nice and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kim
10 Feb 2026
Clean and comfortable accommodation on the river.
beautiful view
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bradley
9 Mar 2026
A clean, comfortable, modern , fully equipped accommodation with an amazing river view.
Great location on the Cowichan River. Nicely updated room with great kitchenette and comfortable bed. Charming bathroom with exposed brick chimney. Central location and walking distance to shops and parks. Riverfront patio off the room. A great place to stay.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tanya
11 Aug 2025
Beautiful property with everything we needed in our suite!
Quiet, central location that has lots of space for everyone. Clean and tidy suite that was fully stocked.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ehsan
1 Apr 2026
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We had a great stay at this cottage. It was very clean, quiet, and well-maintained. The location was excellent with easy access to everything. The air conditioning worked perfectly, and both the BBQ and fire pit were clean and in great condition. We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely come back again. Highly recommended to everyone!
The location was excellent. Pretty spot on the swimmable and clean river and a short walk to a public beach/park with washrooms, playground, and a swimming dock. Also, walking distance to many amenities including coffee shops, restaurants, bakery, and the ‘Tube Shack’. The unit itself was spotlessly clean, very cute, and well appointed. The pull-out sofa was very comfortable as a sofa but not great as a bed for adults but would be fine for children. The private deck was very pleasant. We were able to see a bit of the lake and river and hear lots of birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christy
28 Aug 2025
Amazing! So beautiful.
We went for two nights to see if we wanted to plan for a week there. We will be booking for one week next year! Beautiful aesthetic. Loved the hammocks, games on the lawn and the fact that one end of the dock is protected by rocks from the river so you can walk around or float without ending up in the river. Loved the air fryer and induction cook top in the kitchen. Very friendly staff. Great lighting outside but just need one for the patio table so that you can play board games there. Thanks!!!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tyler
16 Aug 2025
Riverfront and amazingly clean
The cabin type room with a small kitchenette, table, couch, and bed all in the same room was extra clean and great for one night. The bathroom was one of the cleanest ever!
I was worried about the shared backyard and river area but the only other guests we saw out there were quiet and friendly.
The only reason for 4 stars is the lightweight bed frame. While the mattress was comfy, the cheap bed frame is not going to hold up to the weight of a couple who weigh more than a combined 300 pounds