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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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Mini-golf
Beach nearby, beach volleyball
Terrace/patio
2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec

Explore the area

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411 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC, V9P 1A1
  • Place, Paradise Fun Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Parksville Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Parksville Community Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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1 King Room

1 King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette

2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

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

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, such as 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 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Little Qualicum Cheeseworks and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park.
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What's nearby

  • Paradise Fun Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Parksville Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Parksville Community Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Vancouver Island University Parksville Campus - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Oceanside Place Arena - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Brazen Poppy Bakery Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Floresta - ‬18 min walk

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, an arcade/games room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly 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
  • Conference rooms
  • 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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • 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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 21 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area is 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 21 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 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

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The Tide's Inn Motel
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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 20 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tide's Inn on 27 Dec 2025 start from NZ$141.70, 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 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. 604 out of 971 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 971 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 971 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 971 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 971 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

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Basic and clean. Rooms are small
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff, free popcorn, free mini-golf, clean, and cheap!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

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

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

10/10 Excellent

Ulrich

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

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

8/10 Good

Carolyn, Bowen Island

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds. Friendly staff. Close to beach. Good location as a travel base. Road noise a bit of an annoyance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice, North Vancouver

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff A#1. Impressive refurb inside, 3-setting makeup mirror, superior bath products. Abundant towels, outlets & hangers. Stayed #30 - cool, quiet, easy in&out. Eating/writing table on wheels. Good bed. Great A/C and WiFi and streaming services (BYO Passwords)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly check in, clean rooms, walk to beach. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so attentive at the motel, cute little spot and right next to Paradise mini golf and the beach it was perfect for the kids. Rooms were clean but basic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia Fai Yee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cozy little room for the two of us. We stayed for one night because we missed the ferry. Staff was friendly, room was clean and the free mini golf game was fun just steps away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean affordable place to lay your head.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sherrie, Lumby

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great. Short walk to the beach and the community park. The staff were very pleasant and accommodating. The free mini golf that was included was a nice touch as well. .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmino

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

Great little hotel

A great little hotel with beach access. The staff were super helpful and friendly with free popcorn and coffee in reception. You also get free mini golf next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family enjoyed playing mini golf beside the motel and convenient access to the beach and other amenities in Parkville.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was renovated and was very clean. Our only comments are- only 1 hook to hang towels on and only 1 tiny garbage can in bathroom. Our room was a kitchenette and no garbage in the main unit. Everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025