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The Tide's Inn

3.0 star property
Sandy fun near Paradise Fun Park and Parksville Beach

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Beach nearby, beach volleyball
Exterior
Mini-golf
Beach nearby, beach volleyball
2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June

Explore the area

Map
411 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC, V9P 1A1
  • Paradise Fun Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Parksville Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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1 King Room

1 King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette

2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Parksville

The Tide's Inn puts you in the heart of Parksville, steps from Paradise Fun Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Parksville Beach. Highlights at this beach motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .Enjoy access to mini golf and volleyball. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Parksville motel, you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Oceanside Place Arena and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Morningstar Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • Paradise Fun Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Parksville Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oceanside Place Arena - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 8 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Trees Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Salt Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Tide's Inn

Sandy fun near Paradise Fun Park and Parksville Beach
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at The Tide's Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Parksville motel.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
The Tide's Inn offers 35 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in September 2023.

Languages

English, Filipino

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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
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Purebread Bakery + Coffee

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated guestrooms - September 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Coast Parksville Hotel, 374 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC, V9P 1K8]
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 329

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Paradise Sea Shell Motel Parksville
Paradise Sea Shell Motel
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Paradise Sea Shell
The Tide's Inn Motel
Paradise Sea Shell Motel
The Tide's Inn Parksville
The Tide's Inn Motel Parksville

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Tide's Inn?

The Tide's Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tide's Inn?

As of 16 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tide's Inn on 17 Jun 2025 start from NZ$197.16, 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 The Tide's Inn?

Yep, The Tide's Inn has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to The Tide's Inn?

Yep, The Tide's Inn is a short 7-minute walk from Parksville Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball, jet skiing and kayaking. You can also find motor boats and boat tours.

What makes The Tide's Inn a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Tide's Inn.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Tide's Inn?

No, The Tide's Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Tide's Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at The Tide's Inn?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Tide's Inn, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

The Tide's Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 835 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 835 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 835 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 835 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 835 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The staff are wonderful at this property, very welcoming and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located close to the beach and next to a Parksville mini-golf institution, it's been there so long, The Tide's Inn is exceedingly clean, recently redecorated so it's now possibly considered "vintage retro', and affordable. Rooms have the basic amenities, and the beds and pillows are truly comfortable. The staff are wonderfully friendly and helpful. However, and despite the exterior cinder block construction, the building is from pre-1975, and the walls between the units thin. Traffic from the highway alongside the motel was notable throughout the night. A young couple were in the room behind mine and I could hear almost every word of their conversations - and I definitely knew what they were watching on tv. After having a shower in the early morning, I could hear them complaining about the noise of the fan and water running. BUT, not everyone is sensitive to sound. If you are inclined to sleep with ear plugs, this isn't the place for you (I had to use earplugs *and* a white noise machine). If you're lucky enough to be able to sleep thru neighbours talking and traffic noise, this is a great little motel to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent place to stay very clean the ladies are very nice and the rooms are realy good. I recommend this place to everyone and the price is very fare!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Debbie

Travelled with family
Room was very noisy with the refrigerator going on and off and vibrating the wall next to it. Couldn't sleep most nights. Neighboring room was very noisy and took a shower at 2 am in the morning. Won't stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leon

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jufer greeted me at the reception desk. He was friendly and very accommodating. My room was clean and it appears like they made several upgrades to an older building. An easy check in and an easy check out. Thank you for the stay, Tide’s Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

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

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kieran

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic to deal with and very accommodating. Very clean and tidy room. I enjoyed my stay and had everything I needed. Short walk to the beach. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was Amazing! Hotel is old, but Comfy! Love the unlimited Mini Golf that comes with the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was upgraded to a bigger room so that was very nice as it gave me more room to move around. The room are clean and bright, nice bathroom mirror with light and defog feature. I liked the mobile table that neatly tucked under the entertainment table when not in use, and stocked cupboards with plates and utensils, hot plate, fridge, microwave, Keurig machine, and toaster. Very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean rooms, and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024