Shawnigan Lake

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Photo by Derek Stadel
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Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is ￥42,412 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
￥42,412
￥49,689 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,226 reviews)
"We stayed in 4 other hotels during our adventures on Vancouver Island and the Fairmont was the best for Cleanliness, helpful staff, bed comfort and amenities. It costs equivalent to a neighbouring property that we found disappointing. Walk to pretty much everything you want from here and the grounds ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Fairmont Empress
Red Lion Inn and Suites

Red Lion Inn and Suites

3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,373 reviews)
"Great staff and very accommodating 😊 clean rooms and everything u could need when on vacation!"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

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Red Lion Inn and Suites
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is ￥31,523 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥31,523
￥36,933 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,520 reviews)
"Love this property for the location and friendly staff. Ot is starting to show its age however."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
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Tranquil Weekend Getaway

Tranquil Weekend Getaway

Shawnigan Lake
Stay at this vacation home in Shawnigan Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Old Mill Park and West Shawnigan Lake Provincial ...
First morning.
"Sitting in comfortable chairs, on a massive deck, overlooking a beautiful lake, covered in a low, slow moving mist and thin clouds. As the sun rise above the trees, directly i front of you, the entire world turns pink and red though the disappearing mist over the water. You are only sign of life ..."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2024

Tranquil Weekend Getaway
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,999 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in close proximity to downtown! Super clean and friendly!"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Westover Bed and Breakfasts

Westover Bed and Breakfasts

Salt Spring Island
Stay at this cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free breakfast, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Saltspring Marina and Ganges Marina are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Wonderful forest retreat
"This was exactly what we needed after a week of camping on our road trip - this place is so lovely, from the cabin itself (inside and out), to the big trees surrounding it, the pathway through the forest, the delicious breakfast and coffee, and of course the most relaxing bath/shower outside. Tara ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Westover Bed and Breakfasts
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Popular places to visit

Little snowy in March

Kinsol Trestle

Find out about the history of Shawnigan Lake with a stop at Kinsol Trestle. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Kinsol Trestle

Old Mill Park

After visiting Old Mill Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shawnigan Lake. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Old Mill Park

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

You can take time to visit West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

Oliphant Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oliphant Lake during your travels in Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Oliphant Lake

Elkington Ecological Reserve

You can take time to visit Elkington Ecological Reserve during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Elkington Ecological Reserve

Shawnigan Lake Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Shawnigan Lake Museum in Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

Shawnigan Lake Museum

Things to do

Butchart Gardens in bloom

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission

￥32,437
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

￥5,349
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver

Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver

￥26,308
per adult
Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver
Cowichan Valley Wine Tour

Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie

￥19,257
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie
Waterfall, Skywalk, Trestle, Castle and Whales in Victoria

Waterfall, Skywalk, Trestle, Castle and Whales in Victoria

￥32,096
per adult
Waterfall, Skywalk, Trestle, Castle and Whales in Victoria
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip & Bus to Butchart Gardens

Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip & Bus to Butchart Gardens

￥74,238
per adult
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip & Bus to Butchart Gardens
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