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The Tide's Inn

3.0 star property
Beach motel in Parksville with free parking

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The Tide's Inn, minutes from Parksville Beach, offers a refreshed coastal getaway. Enjoy the garden's mini golf and beach volleyball, then unwind by the firepit. Practical amenities include laundry facilities, with multilingual staff and concierge services to enhance your stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

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1 King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
411 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC, V9P 1A1

What's nearby

  • Paradise Fun Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Parksville Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Parksville Community Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chameleons Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Floresta - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Tide's Inn

Motel located near Paradise Fun Park with rooms renovated in 2023
Located close to Parksville Beach and Little Qualicum Cheeseworks, The Tide's Inn provides a firepit, mini golf and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travellers can enjoy beach volleyball at this motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket information and a water dispenser
  • Luggage storage, outdoor furniture and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Tide's Inn have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Purebread Bakery + Coffee

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated guestrooms - September 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Coast Parksville Hotel, 374 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC, V9P 1K8]
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 21 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 21 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 329

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Paradise Sea Shell Motel Parksville
Paradise Sea Shell Motel
Paradise Sea Shell Parksville
Paradise Sea Shell
The Tide's Inn Motel
Paradise Sea Shell Motel
The Tide's Inn Parksville
The Tide's Inn Motel Parksville

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tide's Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 21 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tide's Inn?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tide's Inn on 4 Nov 2025 start from NZ$127.77, 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 The Tide's Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Tide's Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Tide's Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Tide's Inn located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Parksville motel is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Paradise Fun Park and Parksville Beach. Little Qualicum Cheeseworks and Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Tide's Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 952 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 952 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 952 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 952 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 952 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location—convenient for travellers, walking, some dining options, mini-golf next door. Seemed like reasonably safe area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely check in staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Very friendly and easy check-in. Room was nice and clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quiet and comfortable. Outside there was a very nice bar b q area and lounge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff, free popcorn, free mini-golf, clean, and cheap!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly sold for the free mini gold alone
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place with old time motel feel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds. Friendly staff. Close to beach. Good location as a travel base. Road noise a bit of an annoyance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super kind of helpful. We really enjoyed our stay mostly because of the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia Fai Yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cozy little room for the two of us. We stayed for one night because we missed the ferry. Staff was friendly, room was clean and the free mini golf game was fun just steps away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baharak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Basic and clean. Rooms are small
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent with everything you need. easy check in/out. and took advantage of the free round of mini golf Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to come. Mini golf is a real bonus. We'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff on reception and everything went smoothly and without issues
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to everything. Could use an additional mirror in the room and curtains that don’t cover the AC. Would be nice if rooms were equipped with an iron and iron board.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

The girl on the front desk was wonderful! So accommodating and just a delight !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, great service by all staff. And ournfamily loved the mini golf and arcade next door. Cant wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The free mini golf across the street was fun. It was a clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and friendly! An early check-in was no issue for them.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was renovated and was very clean. Our only comments are- only 1 hook to hang towels on and only 1 tiny garbage can in bathroom. Our room was a kitchenette and no garbage in the main unit. Everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jean at reception was particularly helpful and very very lovely and accomodating
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025