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Reviews of Wessex Inn By The Sea

1846 Cowichan Bay Road, V0R 1N0 Cowichan Bay, Canada

#5 of 5 hotels in Cowichan Bay

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 437 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 12 May 2023

    8.0
    Enjoyed our 1 night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The coffee machine was not working properly.

    This is an older property under new ownership. It’s very retro but being worked on. The location is wonderful, across the street from a park and a short walk to the “town” . Property owners and staff were friendly & helpful. Although worn around the edges our room was very comfortable & very clean. It contained a stove & basic cutlery & kitchen utensils which we did not use. A work in progress!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location. Spacious room. Kitchen. Seaview Parking Laundry

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    8.0
    It was lovely, comfortable and quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was fine.

    There was plenty of room, everything worked, including the wifi! The beds were super comfy and everything was clean. We got a room upstairs which we asked for on our arrival and Sahil was great and really helpful.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    8.0
    Quiet and comfortable and scenic - everything far surpassed my expectations.
    • Solo traveller
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was very tight although they managed to fit me in each night even though I was coming back late

    One of the quietest places I have ever stayed. The ocean is literally right across the street, where there is a lovely small park as well. Also the mattress was very comfortable! Highly recommended.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2023

    9.0
    Recommended Stopover on Vancouver Island Road Trip
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Two Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly welcoming by the receptionist! Cute little village by the sea within a few minutes walking. Great to go for a quick run in the morning.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2023

    8.0
    magical evening
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night

    older building but well maintained

    view stunning, located right across the street from an inlet very picturesque, nice walk along the beach, interesting fun little town, nice room, friendly personnel

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    beautiful location and really friendly staff

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2023

    8.0
    We always feel very welcome here. Lovely spot to stay in the Cowichan Valley.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing to report here.

    Very pleasant staff. Comfortable bed. Well equipped kitchenette. Lovely location. Beautiful view. Handy to all of the restaurants and shops in Cowichan Bay.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2023

    7.0
    Overall it was good. Would have preferred one of the already renovated rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needed updates, more and better pillows new bed frame and more thorough cleaning.

    Service was great and addressed issues right away. Loved removable shower wand and full kitchen. Location was great!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable beds, very clean. And a fabulous veiw from every room. We had a great experience.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    PLEASE PROVIDE A BATH SOAP THAT BUBBLES ENOUGH, THE SOAP WE USED DOES NOT BUBBLES ENOUGH. BUT WE STILL ABLE TO USED YOUR FACILITY ON OUR NEEDS AND EXPECTATION. BUT TO INFORM YOU, THE FIRST UNIT GIVEN TO US AT GROUND FLOOR I THINK UNIT 21 SMELLS BAD OR STINKY AND WE ASK ABI TO CHANGE THE UNIT BUT IT WAS AT THE SECOND FLOOR AND I HAVE DIFFICULTY IN STAIR BECAUSE I HAVE AN INJURED KNEE BUT NOTHING TO DO JUST TOOK THAT UNIT 50. STILL THANK YOU!

    YOUR STAFF ABI AND SUNNY ARE NICE AND GOOD. THE UNIT FLOOR ARE NOISY WHEN YOU WALK, SOUNDS SQUEEKKING SO I NEED TO WALK SLOWLY NOT TO DISTURB UNIT DOWN BELOW. NO SPOON AND FORK TO USE, FOR US COUPLE, I THINK AT LEAST 3 OR 4 PAIRS WILL BE ENOUGH. DRINKING GLASS TO USE, 3 GLASS TO USE WILL BE ENOUGH AND 2 COFFEE MUG AT LEAST. THANKS

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, beautiful view! Facilities are a bit dated and need a refresh.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Two Queen
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not anything

    Clean, quiet, and very relaxing

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night

    Rooms look like motel rooms.

    Great location, in beautiful Cowichan Bay. Great staff, very pleasant and helpful.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2023

    7.0
    Had everything I needed with an amazing view
    • Solo traveller
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    kind of dated

    the location was amazing. Right across from a park and the water.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Queen
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking situation isn't great. But the staff was helpful to try to find you a spot.

    Helpful staff, clean, comfortable room

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2022

    8.0
    Good value
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Two Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it’s very noisy, we could hear the upstairs guests in all odd hours of the night.

    location was great, the price was also good, close to restaurants and the ocean, very quaint little village.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2022

    8.0
    great location, and great value. The front desk was very friendly and a warm welcome.
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night

    not enough pillows for me, sounds silly. only 2 pillows that i found on the bed. not enough for my husband and I.

    very clean, nice kitchenette, ground floor perfect for getting my dogs out, pet friendly. easy access to parking and a nice walk.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2022

    8.0
    Loved the hotel, not the bed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only problem…and a rather important one…was that the bed was quite uncomfortable. And that really does make or break one’s night.

    We loved the location and the roominess of the room. As it was a cool night, we also were happy that the heating worked. Great shower. A request for extra pillows was happily fulfilled. Also, it’s across the street from a waterfront park and a pleasant walk to the marina area.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    needed a couple of More pillows only two provided

    close to where we wanted to go

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2022

    7.0
    The staff went out of their way to be helpful. Upgrade allowed us to make breakfast in the room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking was a little tight.

    Friendly, helpful staff. I was upgraded to a ground floor room after I said I should have booked one. I didn't have to ask for a change. The check-in clerk volunteered the change.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2022

    8.0
    Great stay. Great value and no bad surprises
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Accessibility, value, view, location.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The free bottled water!

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2022

    7.0
    A basic, cleaning spot to stay in a cute area
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s getting pretty worse for wear and could use a few upgrades and renovations, as such it might be a little overpriced right now. The walls are paper thin, which was a challenge with street noise and the ´busy’ neighbors we had next door who were up until 3am. Had I known I would have brought earplugs.

    Thé staff was very friendly and it’s in a great spot near the water and a short walk to the amenities. The rooms were clean and had decent linens. Though we didn’t have time to use it, it’s handy to have the kitchenette, especially to make your own breakfast.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful staff lovely spot great price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Queen Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is a bit small and difficult to maneuver (minor issue though)

    Wonderful location, nice room, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful definitely put it this on my go to list for the future.

    Stayed in September 2022

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