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South Shore Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Lake Cowichan with free parking

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Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Living area
50-inch Smart TV with digital channels
1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Mini-fridge
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Explore the area

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266 S Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, V0R 2N0
  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lake Cowichan Municipal Office
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Central Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa 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
  • Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Cowichan Municipal Office - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Central Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Dashwood Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jakes @ The Lake - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪J&V Burgers & Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shaker Mill - ‬17 min walk

About this property

South Shore Motel

Motel in Lake Cowichan with free parking
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 free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Beds feature 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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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

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

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • 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

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

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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 12 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Shore Motel on 4 Oct 2025 start from NZ$193.80, 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.

Reviews

South Shore Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 150 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

anja

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
right across from the gravel fondo start
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful stay at south shore motel. rooms were spotless and newly renovated. easy peasy check in and check out. we’ll be back 100 %
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Caitlin

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrii

Looks like just renovated
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The was a last-minute booking and found this motel. it was clean and well designed for a short stay. Staff service was excellent. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wendy

Credit card was charged and we didn’t get any check in information. Tried calling the number with no answer or option to leave a voicemail. Suspect this place is a scam.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIRK

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Parksville

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small units but very clean and convenient. I highly recommend this motel in Lake Cowichan and plan to stay again on my next visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Roland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had 2 rooms. One was very musty smelling but both were newly renovated and very clean. There is no staff on site but we needed towels and texted and they showed up right away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

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

February stay

Nice place, easy check in, clean, super quiet. Room was smaller than expected, was fine for the kid and I but would have been too small for any more
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the arena for the hockey tournament we were attending. Nice space/ renovations. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was newly renovated and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It's very small for a suite. Also, the cleanliness was questionable with popcorn in the pullout of the couch. Coffee maker made cold coffee. All in all it was not bad but not great either.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Self service however, very well thought out and great communication
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well kept and nicely decorated. A wonderful place to stay in Lake Cowichan!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024