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South Shore Motel

2.0 star property
A practical home base that delivers essential comforts for travelers who value connectivity and convenience during their stay

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The South Shore Motel offers travelers a cozy place to recharge with in-room WiFi keeping everyone connected. Guests benefit from thoughtful touches like free self-parking that saves both time and money, while express check-out makes departure day hassle-free.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is €84
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan

Room options

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50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Lake Cowichan is home to South Shore Motel. Bald Mountain Park and Cowichan River Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cowichan Lake Sports Arena and Kaatza Station Museum.
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266 S Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, V0R 2N0

What's nearby

  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kaatza Station Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Cowichan Municipal Office - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Central Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cow Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jakes @ The Lake - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪J&V Burgers & Pizza - ‬7 min walk

About this property

South Shore Motel

Property highlights
South Shore Motel provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out
Room features
All guest rooms at South Shore Motel include comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and housekeeping

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (76 centimetre high)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (91 centimetre wide)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

South Shore Motel Motel
South Shore Motel Lake Cowichan
South Shore Motel Motel Lake Cowichan

Frequently asked questions

Is South Shore Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at South Shore Motel?

As of 14 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Shore Motel on 24 Jan 2026 start from €83.62, 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.

How much is parking at South Shore Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at South Shore Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at South Shore Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is South Shore Motel located?

Situated in Lake Cowichan, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Centennial Park, Cowichan Lake Sports Arena and Beaver Creek Rhododendron Park. Saywell Park and Kaatza Station Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

South Shore Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 167 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shahab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with newly renovated rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it there! It was clean, comfortable and very well laid out. Our family of 4 had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was great! So cute, beds were comfy, place was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Nice safe place to stay. The separate bedroom was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
GREAT ACCOMODATIONS
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room good location for the lake . Easy contactless check in. Would have gave 5 stars if there was better lighting in parking area. There is one motion activated light but does not light the parking area only the first handicap spot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service
Trail leading from parking lot was great. Lots of Elk .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Great stay!

Very comfortable stay, clean and quiet room. Recently renovated, well done!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice little hotel was very comfortable and quiet location. will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our host was very helpful and friendly. It was a very clean and newly renovated room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Amenities
Clean, nicely decorated rooms with modern appliances etc. comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was absolutely friendly and helped us with a unexpected situation. Very kind people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and fresh looking, beds and bedding very comfortable. Love the self check in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation ina beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

It was newly renovated and very nice. The bed was comfortable and was on a beautiful property not right on a road.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option for a short overnight on the way through. Room is very small - (no options to sit inside other than the bed) but clean, modern and quiet with a comfortable bed. Easy check in process. Good restaurants within easy walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ground floor Motel room with easy onsite parking. Interior of room small but pleasantly redecorated. Fridge and kettle supplied. Easy walk to town.
Elk eating apples just beyond our room!!
Lake…popular on a hot day
Clever play on words!
Beautiful nearby setting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean room but very small. No staff present but easy to access room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tambra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient. Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our staff. You can tell the owner has put a ton of pride into cleanliness and small touches.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, very clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
perfect stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024