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Wessex Inn By The Sea

2.0 star property
Ocean views complement convenient self parking at this coastal retreat where the staff's friendly service creates a truly relaxing atmosphere for travelers

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Wessex Inn By The Sea welcomes travelers with ocean proximity and in-room WiFi. The hotel offers self parking that previous guests appreciate alongside consistently helpful staff. Its location earns high marks from those who've stayed here before.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Queen, kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Partial sea view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Queen, kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Cowichan Bay, Wessex Inn By The Sea is in a rural area and by the ocean. World's Largest Hockey Stick and Kinsol Trestle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at The Raptors and Cowichan River Provincial Park. Cowichan Wooden Boat Society and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre are also worth visiting. Kayaking and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Cowichan Bay travel guide
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V0R 1N0, BC, Cowichan Bay, 1846 Cowichan Bay Rd.

What's nearby

  • Victoria Harbour featuring a bay or harbor and heritage architecture
    Victoria Harbour
    52 min drive - 69.7 km
  • Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cowichan Wooden Boat Society
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Arthur Vickers Gallery
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Small Block Brewery
    8 min drive
  • 7-Eleven
    11 min drive
  • White Spot
    8 min drive
  • Subway
    10 min drive
  • Drumroaster Coffee
    7 min drive

About this property

Wessex Inn By The Sea

Hotel by the ocean
Wessex Inn By The Sea provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Wessex Inn By The Sea feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Full payment must be made by credit card prior to closing to arrange after-hours check-in. If payment cannot be processed for any reason, after-hours check-ins will not be permitted. Guests arriving after hours must come to front desk the next day, regardless of length of stay, to complete registration.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Wessex Inn
Wessex Inn Sea
Wessex Inn Sea Cowichan Bay
Wessex Sea
Wessex Sea Cowichan Bay
Wessex Inn By The Sea Hotel
Wessex Inn By The Sea Cowichan Bay
Wessex Inn By The Sea Hotel Cowichan Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Wessex Inn By The Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wessex Inn By The Sea?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wessex Inn By The Sea?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Wessex Inn By The Sea located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre, Cowichan Wooden Boat Society, and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre. Arthur Vickers Gallery and Cowichan Golf and Country Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Wessex Inn By The Sea Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and service and the location is perfect !!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was great, and the staff was amazing! Have an absolutely stay here again, and I would recommend it to others as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room & good location. Also good price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seemed like a brand new room. Really nice. Very short walk to restaurants. Great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good staff, right on the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room very clean. What’s it out for me was the staff. The gentleman at the front desk made sure I was very well taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff! A pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again! Affordable and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, clean newly renovated rooms, knowledgeable, friendly kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great parking. Staff was very pleasant. Nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful and the beach was right across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. Rooms are clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Room was clean staff was great. Too bad Christmas time rates are up. I was going to go again.Perhaps another time
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very hospitable & helpful front desk staff. Made late check in a breeze. Can see there efforts of renovation. And you can hear the seals playing from the hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The manager is extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even with some renovations ongoing, the motel was very welcoming. The staff was warm and very helpful, even recommending the best place for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went out of their way to ensure that we had everything we needed and rooms were very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very happy and kind welcome from Michael and were very impressed by a wonderful view and renovated room in room 42. So much fun watching the sea lions on the pier, and great dining at the Cook and Butcher, a 5 minute walk away. Would for sure recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, building is a bit old.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had the most amazing sleep. Havent slept that good in months. The staff was super friendly and we are looking forward to coming back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bharat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Property has a great location and sea view from the room I stayed in was visible
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. clean, comfortable, and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025