23 Best Hotels in Vancouver Island, British Columbia

The centerpiece of this 22-acre Relais & Châteaux seaside estate—with its gardens, meadows, and harbor views—is a 1939 country house, built in the style of an 11th-century Sussex manor. Guest quarters, which are in the manor, in renovated historic outbuildings, and in a newer addition overlooking Ganges Harbour, are decorated in an English-country style, with antiques, locally crafted woodwork, and fireplaces. The Post, a stand-alone two-room cottage, is a honeymoon favorite; a pair of two-story suites in the century-old Farmhouse boast water views and country charm; the more modern Hillside Suites overlook the harbor. Elegant dinners in the manor house or on the enclosed water-view veranda include local seafood and herbs from the inn's gardens. Rates include a lavish breakfast and complimentary shuttle service on arrival and departure. The former barn houses the petite Wellspring Spa.

People from around the globe arrive via floatplane or a 30-minute boat ride from Tofino to experience this Relais & Châteaux property, one of the region's top wilderness resorts. Typical days include ocean fishing, bear watching, horseback riding through the rain forest, or perhaps mountain biking or sea kayaking, followed by a lavish dinner. Torch-lit boardwalks lead to glamping tents, elegantly furnished with antiques and plush bedding. The property features 25 luxury tents, of which 20 have private en suite bathrooms; five deluxe outpost tents have private facilities nearby. Sip local wines in the outdoor lounge area before a huge river-stone fireplace, or sidle up to the counter in the open kitchen with a frothy cappuccino and a good book. Per-person prices are all-inclusive for the 3-, 4-, 7-, or 10-night stays.

On a rocky ledge at the edge of a shallow inlet, Black Rock Resort is Ucluelet's first upscale, full-service resort. The decor combines glass, granite, and wood against a backdrop of dramatic views of the black-rock coastline. Watch for waves coming right up to the lobby; the hotel straddles a surge channel. Studios and one- and two-bedroom accommodations in two waterfront buildings are spacious and have fireplaces, balconies, and kitchens or kitchenettes. The Big Beach Lounge, behind a two-sided fireplace, serves cocktails, sushi, and small plates, while Currents Restaurant offers contemporary cuisine. The property, which is right on the Wild Pacific Trail, has two ocean-view hot tubs and a plunge pool, as well as the soothing Drift spa.

Just a block from the ferry and local shops, this inviting waterfront retreat on Sturdies Bay, which has both a nice restaurant and great spa, is an ideal spot for a car-free vacation. A yoga suite overlooking a meditation garden, seaside massages, and a mineral flotation bath are among the serenity-inducing highlights. The one-bedroom suites have full kitchens and covered sea-view balconies with jetted tubs, outdoor fireplaces, and barbecue grills. Rooms have hidden massage tables that fold away out of sight. Complimentary continental breakfast baskets are provided in both. The oceanfront restaurant serves fine locally sourced fare; summer brings alfresco dining and wood-fired pizzas on a Tuscan-style patio. Blackberry vinotherapy massages, wild BC seaweed scrubs, vanilla chai latte couples massages, and blueberry-smoothie wraps are among the Madrona del Mar Spa's innovative treatments. Step into the lobby to see the Kunamokst Mural, made up of nearly 200 individual paintings by local and international artists. Smart cars and ebikes are available on-site for exploring the island. They also some offer pet-friendly rooms. 

On a bluff overlooking a mile of private beach, this rustically elegant lodge is a great choice for a grown-ups' getaway. The Lodge at the Beach is an excellent value, offering adults-only, phone- and TV-free rooms, while the newer Lodge at the Headlands has a variety of suites and cabins with kitchens and kitchenettes and six new Treehouse accommodations. Teens can stay at the Headlands, but children under 12 are only permitted in the cabins. Each lodge has an expansive common room with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and far-reaching ocean views. The decor underscores the west-coast location with recycled timbers, woodsy colors, and a smattering of antiques. A restaurant on-site serves dinner on weekends year-round.

On a rocky promontory with open ocean on three sides and old-growth forest as a backdrop, this cedar-sided inn is exceptional in every sense. First Nations art is elegantly showcased, and details like handcrafted candleholders or hand-adzed mantelpieces exude a west-coast style. Every room in this Relais & Châteaux property, whether in the original Pointe building or in the newer Beach building, has an ocean or beach view, fireplace, soaker tub, and private balcony. The Ancient Cedars Spa gives hot-stone massages and couples massages in mind-blowing oceanfront treatment rooms; yoga classes are held daily. The Pointe Restaurant offers some of Tofino's finest dining, and a beachside café offers fresh baking with surf views. Service and quality throughout are outstanding.

Located on 22 acres at the base of Bodega Ridge on the north end of the island, these log cabins and lodge offer a rural escape. The resort maintains its vintage-camp esthetic and is divided into two properties—The Ridge has seven updated log cabins with wood stoves and big cedar decks while The Cove has five restored 1960s Panabode cabins with soaker tubs, modern kitchenettes, wood-burning fireplaces, and cedar decks.

This charming beachside inn, opened as Tofino's first B&B in 1984, is the kind of intimate seaside getaway that brought people to Vancouver Island's west coast in the first place. The top-floor Lookout suite, with its sundeck, sweeping sea views, and private staircase to the beach, is a romantic favorite. The two-bedroom Ocean Breeze suite, sheltered by stands of spruce and cedar, and just steps from the wide sandy beach, has a private entrance, and a full slate-and-marble kitchen; a sweet, sea-view sunroom, furnished with sofas, is perfect for wave-watching in comfort. Both suites feature gas fireplaces, deep soaker tubs, big picture windows, and oriental rugs on hardwood floors; rubber boots and rainslickers are on hand for long beach walks. A lavish breakfast (think fresh-squeezed juice, poached eggs with salmon, and honeyed yogurt cream) can be delivered to your door. A private one-bedroom cottage, with its original rustic floors and a full kitchen, is tucked in the garden behind the B&B.

The newest outpost of the funky Victoria hotel chain features swanky '70s style including rotary-dial phones and a retro arcade, as well as the world's first bike path running through a hotel lobby. The property is nestled in the rainforest just off the main road, a 10 minute walk from Chesterman Beach.

Overlooking Bennett Bay and just steps from Mayne Island's best-loved beach, this chic modern resort enjoys a prime waterfront location and a wealth of amenities, including an indoor pool, a waterfront restaurant, and a spa. All rooms have air-conditioning and each of the one-bedroom cottages has a full kitchen and French doors leading to a sea-front patio or deck. Zinc-inlay tables, reclaimed hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, leather headboards, and gas fireplaces are among the luxe touches. Lodge rooms are simpler but have private balconies and great views, too. The Bennett Bay Bistro serves casual lunches and dinners daily from May to September. The Aquaflora Spa offers a variety of massages, scrubs, and body wraps.

Offering a different side of Tofino, this marina complex is right on the inlet looking across to Meares Island, just a short stroll from town. The former 1970s motel property was refurbished into a hip home-base with two waterfront dining venues, activities center, and lively marina. The property also has a remote floating wood-fired sauna located within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on Clayoquot Sound.

Ever dreamed of sleeping in an Airstream? This unique glamping resort gives you the opportunity to do just that, while offering hassle-free camping with all the extras, including hot tubs, upscale tents, hammocks, propane fire pits, and air-conditioning. The property also offers rustic cabins and a motel. Kick back and relax with a book in the woods or have a massage in an Airstream. At the compact on-site eatery, Coffee + Kitchen, owner and chef Curtis Redel displays his culinary skills nightly. The food is locally sourced using thoughtfully prepared ingredients. The cocktails are killer, too.