Lake Cowichan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel

2 out of 5
266 S Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC
The price is NZ$198 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$198
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Centennial Park and Cowichan Lake Sports Arena are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (155 reviews)
"The room was newly renovated and very clean. Very quiet location. The one thing that would be nice is to have cable for the tv. Not sure if that is possible in the area."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

South Shore Motel
Riverside Inn

Riverside Inn

2.5 out of 5
56 North Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC
The price is NZ$326 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$326
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly inn in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (338 reviews)
Love it
"Very relaxing comfortable stay with beautiful scenery. The young woman in the bar checked us in and she was very pleasant and efficient. My crab cakes were forgotten on our dinner delivery and she brought them up to us."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Riverside Inn
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

2 out of 5
96 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC
The price is NZ$179 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$179
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,063 reviews)
"It was cheap and accessible"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
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Vintage Airstream retreat on the Cowichan River

Vintage Airstream retreat on the Cowichan River

Duncan
Stay at this vacation home in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Cowichan River Provincial Park and Riverbottom ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
"The property was beautiful and peaceful and everything I needed was there… The river was just a quick stroll away and it was safe for swimming and floating and enjoying the weather. The hosts were amazing and checked in to make sure I had everything I needed …it was the perfect place to relax and ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Vintage Airstream retreat on the Cowichan River
Honeymoon Bay Cottage

Honeymoon Bay Cottage

Mesachie Lake
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Lake Cowichan. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a sauna. Popular attractions Lily Beach Park and Central Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (15 reviews)
"This little spot is a piece of paradise. The heritage cabin is beautifully quaint and perfectly appointed with all you need for a lake getaway. The scenery is breathtaking. We swam all hours and stargazed at night. Perfect."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

Honeymoon Bay Cottage
The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

3.5 out of 5
315 Robinson Road, Salt Spring Island, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Mistaken Identity Vineyards ...
9/10 Wonderful! (320 reviews)
"Love the is cottage! Good for families and friends to share"

Reviewed on 27 June 2025

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
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Popular places to visit

Central Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Central Park during your travels in Lake Cowichan. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

Central Park

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Catch an event at Cowichan Lake Sports Arena during your trip to Lake Cowichan. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Big Lonely Doug

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Lonely Doug during your travels in Lake Cowichan. Wander the seaside and beaches while you're in the area.

Big Lonely Doug

Mesachie Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mesachie Lake during your travels in Lake Cowichan. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

Mesachie Lake

Lake Cowichan Municipal Office

Lake Cowichan Municipal Office is just one of the places to see in Lake Cowichan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

Lake Cowichan Municipal Office

Bear Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bear Lake during your travels in Honeymoon Bay.

Bear Lake

Activities

West Coast Big Tree Beach and Waterfall Adventure

West Coast Big Tree Beach and Waterfall Adventure

NZ$394
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
West Coast Big Tree Beach and Waterfall Adventure
Wine Tasting in the Cowichan is our favourite!

Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings

NZ$189
per adult
Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings
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