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Our top choices for Lake Cowichan motels

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a gray sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee maker.

1. South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel
2.0 star property
Lake Cowichan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (267 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Shelley
The price is ￥12,650
￥14,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
South Shore Motel
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the street, and hanging red pendant lights.

2. Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (953 reviews)
"Stay was okay For the price - excellent"
Canada
ANASTACIO
The price is ￥10,005
￥11,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Thunderbird Motor Inn
A restaurant with a high, curved glass ceiling allowing natural light, seating with a view, and a decorative metal sculpture on the counter.

3. Fuller Lake Motel

Fuller Lake Motel
2.5 star property
Chemainus
7.4 out of 10, Good, (429 reviews)
"There is plenty of parking, rooms are clean, very comfortable beds and clean, staff is very nice and pleasant to deal with, they are pet friendly for people who are traveling with pets(dogs only)"
Canada
Rodney
The price is ￥11,334
￥13,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Fuller Lake Motel
A wooden pier with benches overlooking a body of water, a sign indicating caution, and a view of houses and trees in the background.

4. Croftinn & Motel

Croftinn & Motel
2.0 star property
Crofton
7.2 out of 10, Good, (224 reviews)
"Good value, condition in line with pricing. Great location and staff were friendly."
Canada
Tom
The price is ￥16,679
￥19,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Croftinn & Motel
A compact hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table, and a chair.

5. Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (71 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"
United States
Katya
The price is ￥9,235
￥10,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Falcon Nest Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view of the forest, and a wooden floor.

6. Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Heritage Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (295 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff."
Canada
Rene
The price is ￥16,723
￥19,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Holiday House Motel
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

7. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"great stay for the price!"
Canada
James
The price is ￥11,988
￥13,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Buccaneer Inn
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

8. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (765 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is ￥10,103
￥11,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Departure Bay Motel
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

9. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (847 reviews)
"Good value."
United States
Leah
The price is ￥10,210
￥11,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
The Spot
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

10. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (554 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is ￥12,201
￥14,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Diplomat Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

11. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice location with breakfast. Staff is pretty good."
Canada
shu
The price is ￥10,876
￥12,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

12. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (841 reviews)
"Staff was very nice room was clean and centrslly located have stayed 2 or 3 times and will continue to stay when in nanimo"
Canada
laurie
The price is ￥14,305
￥16,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
The Bluebird Motel
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

13. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place for a good price. Would recommend"
Canada
Jaden
The price is ￥15,447
￥17,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Harbour Light Motel
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Top Lake Cowichan Hotel Reviews

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were clean. Staff was helpful. There was air conditioning as well as heating. Parking available for free. Everything is super nice."
Chhavi 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Thunderbird Motor Inn

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Lake Cowichan Motels information

Number of reviews
5,929
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
￥10,620
Highest Price
￥19,231

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Lake Cowichan?
If you can't find a motel in Lake Cowichan, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from over 28 hotels and other accommodations. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Lake Cowichan?
These are some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. South Shore Motel: Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like a Smart TV. Thunderbird Motor Inn: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Lake Cowichan is 16.4 mi (26.5 km) away. Harbour Light Motel: Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 23.6 mi (37.9 km) from the heart of Lake Cowichan. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites: Central Lake Cowichan is 24.8 mi (39.9 km) away. A terrace and a restaurant are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Departure Bay Motel: 25.5 mi (41 km) from the heart of Lake Cowichan. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in Lake Cowichan?
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, Central Park, and Beaver Lake. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Cowichan Lake Sports Arena and Kaatza Station Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Cowichan River Provincial Park, Lake Cowichan Municipal Office, and Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch.
What's the weather like in Lake Cowichan?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Lake Cowichan to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are December and February with an average of 39°F. The rainiest months in Lake Cowichan are November, January, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Lake Cowichan when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Lake Cowichan to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is located 17.7 mi (28.5 km) from the city center. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base), which is 20.5 mi (33 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.