Shawnigan Lake
Travel Guide
Visit Shawnigan Lake
Fairmont Empress
"Location was everything about the empress. Great food at the hotel and near with walkable access to the heart of Victoria. Highly recommend renting a car as a lot of cool castles and beaches are close drives away. The garden was fantastic and live music and salmon at the hotel restaurant was great ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"Breakfast included was good."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Red Lion Inn and Suites
"Good location and nice staff."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.
"We really enjoyed our stay here. The suite was exactly as described, clean, spacious, fully equipped kitchen, and full laundry facilities. Very private yard, with the use of outdoor furniture, where we viewed wild turkey and deer. I liked that it was within walking distance of trails, the beach and ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!
"Thank you for hosting us in your property. Your gardens are beautiful and the location is nice; unfortunately the bakery next door and coffee shop were closed for the long weekend. My 6 foot plus hubby had to be careful in the main area of the suite due to your six foot ceilings. Being a very old ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
"Need provide parking"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Stebbings Road Community Forest
You can take time to visit Stebbings Road Community Forest during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
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.
Sooke Lake Road Community Forest
You can take time to visit Sooke Lake Road Community Forest during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Things to do
Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission
Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings
Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie
