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Reviews of Salty Towers Ocean Front Cottages This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

1581 Dufour Road, V9Z 0T6 Sooke, Canada

#14 of 18 hotels in Sooke

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 105 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The wifi password was incorrect, but we figured it out

    Bed very comfortable, lots of pillows, lovely furnishings

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We appreciated the kind reception, pleasant, comfortable, thoughtful accommodation, and beautiful location. Space is a little limited.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    8.0
    Very convenient and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Cottage
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Very dark entrance to the property.

    Location on the ocean front was wonderful. Host was very responsive to any questions or queries we had.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: October 14, 2023

    8.0
    Second time I’ve been
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location Spacious

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 13, 2023

    8.0
    Wonderful location near Whiffen Spit with charming apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Instructions in room are dated re: locking door, hot tub instructions, area recommendations. However, these are simple things to fix and did not hinder the enjoyment of the property in any way!

    Proximity to Sooke & environment. The hot tub is wonderful. Minimum contact with proprietor(s). Suited our purposes. Bed comfortable; bathroom & shower first rate!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 27, 2023

    8.0
    Would book again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    small, bed not that comfy

    location, staff, the miniature husky, fridge, dishes

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2023

    8.0
    Casual, comfortable and met our needs. Would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    can’t think of anything.

    plenty of space to spread out our things. after 10 days on a cruise, just wanted space. view and hot tub were private & enjoyable

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 6 nights

    A little more space for food would be nice. Unfortunately, the fridge was noisy, which was a bit of an issue at night.

    The most marvelous thing was the peaceful location with a little private deck area. You can see a bit of the bay and the Whiffin Spit as well.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed was not comfy,limited dishes.No where to wash dishes.Breakfast and fruit were to be provided, but it was not. The website needs to be updated since some things have changed. From what I understand there is new Property management. And that is why some of the things that had been. There was also no place to hang your clothes as the closet. You weren't allowed to have anything except plastic cups by the hot tub. They were supposed to be provided but were not. The dishes that were provided to us could not be cleaned. Because there was nowhere to wash them, So they were left unwashed. There was no dish soap or tea towels either.

    Location,hottub,owners was very accomidating.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed was hard and uncomfortable.

    Clean and friendly. Beautiful views.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2023

    9.0
    Nice place to getaway.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Refrigerator made noise during the night.

    Nice location.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2023

    8.0
    Lovely stay in a quiet location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Need a car as it’s a long walk to nearest restaurant / bar.

    Lovely cottage, had everything we needed including kitchenette, outside patio area and bbq. Lots of trees and wildlife all around.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2023

    8.0
    Pleasant, comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good location, nice view, comfortable beds and good hot shower.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 2 nights

    location

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2022

    8.0
    Beautiful location for wildlife
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The new management company aren't great to deal with but I guess this is just one of many properties they run and it's no longer a family run cottage. A large additional cleaning fee of $75 was added to our booking, although we were given the option to cancel our booking but we had already made plans to visit Sooke so we went ahead. No staff onsite as it's managed remotely and they don't answer the phone, so you have to email them. Wouldn't rebook with Iris Properties.

    Beautiful location, although you need a car. Favourite part of our stay here was getting a pizza delivered one evening after a soak in the hot tub and eating it on the decking watching the seals and eagles right next to us. Great location for wildlife. Cosy room, very peaceful.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2022

    9.0
    I would love to come back to Sooke, and if possible, will stay here again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not sure anything could be better, I wish I had been able to stay longer!

    This is a cute little property within a 2 minute walk of Whiffin Spit. The suite we stayed in had a queen bed in the main living area, and 2 twins in the one bedroom. It has a very basic kitchen, with coffee maker and beans from a coffee shop in Sooke(wicked awesome coffee), and a basket of snacks in the kitchen, as well as some fresh baked muffins in the fridge.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: May 10, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast was week. Just granola no milk

    Location

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2022

    7.0
    clean and quiet for a night
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    a car is a must for dining as nothing close by. however we knew that and it was our choice

    view from the hot tub

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2022

    8.0
    Comfortable, homely property in a good position with pretty much everything you might need.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really only minor things. Could do with a couple more dessert spoons and glasses. All in all there’s nothing not to like.

    Homely, quirky and comfortable. the best bed we have slept in for ages. Good position a short walk to the beach. private and the owner provided many little things including a welcome pack, with milk, cream, eggs, cookies and more. very thoughtfully presented.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2022

    9.0
    it was very comfortable and clean. A very thoughtful gesture on thier behalf leaving a few snacks , tea, coffee,milk and
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    it was a little hard to find but it could have been our fault

    it was very homey close to where I wanted to be

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2022

    9.0
    Lovely, quiet location, within an easy walk to Whiffin Spit for amazing birding and sunsets. Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Lovely, quiet location, within an easy walk to Whiffin Spit for amazing birding and sunsets. Perfect jumping off point to explore Juan De Fuca Provincial Park.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location and views, you can see sunrise from the backyard as well. Cottage was cozy and comfortable with a sailor's theme interior which was something new for us and we really loved it. Owner was nice and friendly. Overall it was a great and peaceful stay.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: November 12, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful! We would certainly come back again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Entrance
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was nothing we didn't like. Just felt like the place was getting a bit dated and so could use a few upgrades such as a built in kitchenette (microwave and counter) and bigger table for sitting. I don't think the "steam shower" worked anymore. I don't want to complain, as these things did not have a big impact on our stay.

    Great location, comfy suite and loved the hot-tub! Thanks for also providing robes. Our host left us a wonderful assortment of breakfast and snack items which we greatly appreciated. Thank you!

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room was spacious, comfortable with a well stocked kitchen. It was a short walk to the water and a good location for seeing the rest of the area.

    Stayed in August 2021

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