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South Shore Motel

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a gray sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee maker.
A two-story motel with numbered rooms, a balcony, and a parking area.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a coat rack, and a door leading to another room.
A modern kitchen with a white countertop, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.
A multi-story motel with numbered rooms, outdoor seating, and a balcony.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov

Explore the area

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266 S Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, V0R 2N0
  • Place, Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaatza Station Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Cowichan Municipal Office
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

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

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

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

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pets not allowed

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling light, a wall-mounted sign, and a window.

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pets not allowed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Lake Cowichan

South Shore Motel places you steps from Centennial Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Lake Cowichan motel include Beaver Creek Rhododendron Park and Saywell Park.
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What's nearby

  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beaver Creek Rhododendron Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kaatza Station Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Riverside Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Cowichan Municipal Office - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ed's Coffeehouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jakes @ The Lake - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪riverside inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min walk

About this property

South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel offers its guests express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lake Cowichan motel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-out
  • Smoking in designated areas
South Shore Motel offers 11 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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includes taxes & fees
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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Virtual 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.
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (76 centimetre high)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (91 centimetre wide)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

South Shore Motel Motel
South Shore Motel Lake Cowichan
South Shore Motel Motel Lake Cowichan

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at South Shore Motel?

South Shore Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at South Shore Motel?

As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Shore Motel on 28 Nov 2026 start from NZ$170, 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.

Is parking available at South Shore Motel?

Yep, South Shore Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at South Shore Motel?

No, South Shore Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at South Shore Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at South Shore Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

South Shore Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 279 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for a one night stopover
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT communication, location, and comfy clean room...and we saw the Elk this time :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s clean and the location is nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy and secure parking and near to national park
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Our room was very clean and everything looked brand new. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and cozy space to spend the night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little motel. Quiet and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms. The bed was very comfortable. Easy to walk to get food and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything. Extremely quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovley Lottle Motel. Very Clean and great location. 100% recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ceiling fan needs cleaning. Very cute place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation ina beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy to park easy to access with room code sent ahead of time responsive to messages as i arrived late at night so quiet slept so well! super comfortable and recently updated cute and perfect for my last sleep before the west coast trail!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with newly renovated rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was great! So cute, beds were comfy, place was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, very clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this town and this is definitely the best accommodation available!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
perfect stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Newly renovated motel very chic little one bedroom units. Very close to Lake Cowichan commercial area. We were a cycling group and we all enjoyed our stay here very much. Only reason did not rate the staff is this is a self check in property with no staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it there! It was clean, comfortable and very well laid out. Our family of 4 had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to complain about. Nice place. We didn't spend much time in the room - just arrive-sleep-leave
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Very comfortable stay, clean and quiet room. Recently renovated, well done!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was small but newly renovated and well appointed. Recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
GREAT ACCOMODATIONS
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025