Chemainus

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Overbury Resort Georgia Strait Scenic View
Chemainus aerial photograph showing the lighthouse on Bird Rock and the anchorage behind., Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.
Aerial photo of Kinsmen Beach Park and the boat launch at the end of Maple Street in Chemainus, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.
Chemainus lake is easily accessed from the trans-canada highway.
A beautiful tree across from the Chemainus Bakery in old Town.  This bakery is a great place to meet locals.  Opens at 7am.  Like most restaurants in Chemainus they are closed Sunday and Monday.

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Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn

Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn

2.5 out of 5
9573 Chemainus Road Chemainus BC
The price is CA $139 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
CA $139
CA $160 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Chemainus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Excellent breakfast room and pool

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn
Waterfront Castle on the beach with hot tub on 1.58 Acres at downtown Chemainus

Waterfront Castle on the beach with hot tub on 1.58 Acres at downtown Chemainus

Chemainus BC
The price is CA $578 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
CA $578
CA $1,084 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this castle in Chemainus. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kinsmen Beach Park and Chemainus Marina are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
This was such a beautiful stay for my family of 15, sleeping accomodations got a little difficult with couples, children and singles in the house but we made it work haha. There was a beautiful sunrise/sunset each day and we soaked it all up. The hot tub needed a full evening to heat up but luckily ...

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Waterfront Castle on the beach with hot tub on 1.58 Acres at downtown Chemainus
The Cottage and Castle

The Cottage and Castle

4 out of 5
9909 Maple street Chemainus BC
The price is CA $226 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
CA $226
CA $260 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Chemainus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Kinsmen Beach Park and Chemainus Marina are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Lovely owner and quaint cottage. We would stay there again.

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

The Cottage and Castle
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Salty Mermaid retreat~stunning ocean/mountain/sunset views ~dog friendly

The Salty Mermaid retreat~stunning ocean/mountain/sunset views ~dog friendly

Ladysmith BC
Stay at this vacation home in Chemainus. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery and Ladysmith Golf ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Everything was just as lovely as we expected. The photos and descriptions in the app were very accurate. Our hostess,Ceri came to welcome us And give us some ideas of things to do while here. We had a lovely time and were very comfy and cozy here in the cottage.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

The Salty Mermaid retreat~stunning ocean/mountain/sunset views ~dog friendly
The Beach House Suite

The Beach House Suite

Chemainus BC
Stay at this apartment in Chemainus. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Kinsmen Beach Park and Chemainus Marina are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
The view from the sunroom was wonderful, making even the rainiest of days enjoyable.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

The Beach House Suite
Beachfront property with beach access located in in close proximity to amenities

Beachfront property with beach access located in in close proximity to amenities

Chemainus BC
Stay at this vacation home in Chemainus. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and patios. Popular attractions Kinsmen Beach Park and Chemainus Marina are located ...
Beachfront property with beach access located in in close proximity to amenities
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Chemainus

4.4
Top destination
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3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Kids were a little upset that pool was closed in the morning do to a malfunction in the chlorine pump; however, I was happy that they kept their eye on it and got to fixing the situation right away.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We liked the town and the murials, it is worth taking a 2 hour detour to see.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Clearly Chemainus is a little town that cares about and is innovative in its appeal to tourists. Loved dinner at Sawmill Taphouse, recommended by two locals.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

love the murals

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice place to visit and had a great time at the theater seeing Momma Mia

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful, small town. Very quiet and peaceful. A little Canadian gem!

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