Shawnigan Lake Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Derek Stadel
Photo by Derek Stadel
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is £192 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£192
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,267 reviews)
"Elevators were often busy. That was our only negative. The location to the waterfront was only a short walk away. We had a one-bedroom suite and it was very comfortable and spacious."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is £286 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£286
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,211 reviews)
"The gardens are beautiful and the afternoon tea is an experience not to be missed."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is £201 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£201
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,427 reviews)
"It was ok. Wasn’t wowed. Thought I would be for that price"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
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Tranquil Weekend Getaway

Tranquil Weekend Getaway

Shawnigan Lake, BC
Stay at this holiday home in Shawnigan Lake. Popular attractions Old Mill Park and West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park are located nearby.
First morning.
"Sitting in comfortable chairs, on a massive deck, overlooking a beautiful lake, covered in a low, slow moving mist and thin clouds. As the sun rise above the trees, directly i front of you, the entire world turns pink and red though the disappearing mist over the water. You are only sign of life ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2024

Tranquil Weekend Getaway
~♡RIVERSIDE Adventures. /3+Den BR Cabin Offgrid. Pet &Family/Toddler Friendly.

~♡RIVERSIDE Adventures. /3+Den BR Cabin Offgrid. Pet &Family/Toddler Friendly.

Shawnigan Lake, BC
Stay at this holiday home in Shawnigan Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Jarvis Lake and Kinsol Trestle are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)
Relaxing time in the forest
"Good value for a stay in the forest with nice river access. Cabin is off-grid as mentioned but all amenities are there. There is quite the DVD and VHS collection available as well, some nice classics in there. Check in was simple and host was great."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

~♡RIVERSIDE Adventures. /3+Den BR Cabin Offgrid. Pet &Family/Toddler Friendly.
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,968 reviews)
"Extremely clean & safe property. Appreciated the VIP Expedia perk of complimentary parking for our entire stay. Thank you."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
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Popular places to visit

Kinsol Trestle

Kinsol Trestle

Find out about the history of Shawnigan Lake with a stop at Kinsol Trestle. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Kinsol Trestle

Old Mill Park

After visiting Old Mill Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shawnigan Lake. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Old Mill Park

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

You can take time to visit West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

Oliphant Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oliphant Lake during your travels in Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Oliphant Lake

Elkington Ecological Reserve

You can take time to visit Elkington Ecological Reserve during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Elkington Ecological Reserve

Shawnigan Lake Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Shawnigan Lake Museum in Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

Shawnigan Lake Museum

Things to do

Red tulips at the garden in Vancouver

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission

£148
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

£27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver

Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver

£131
per adult
Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver
Cowichan Valley Wine Tour

Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie

£97
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie
Waterfall, Skywalk, Trestle, Castle and Whales in Victoria

Waterfall, Skywalk, Trestle, Castle and Whales in Victoria

£163
per adult
Waterfall, Skywalk, Trestle, Castle and Whales in Victoria
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip and Butchart Gardens

Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip & Bus to Butchart Gardens

£377
per adult
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip & Bus to Butchart Gardens
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Cities near Shawnigan Lake

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