Title: Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Guesthouse in Lake Cowichan with free parking ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/bf08bfa6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 5- Steelhead) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/9f5f9c9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/57dc908d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/19d2150b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Traditional Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 6- River Room) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/258fadb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages provides a garden and more. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLake-Cowichan-Hotels-Riverside-By-Cowichan-Lake-Cottages.h114344464.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLake-Cowichan-Hotels-Riverside-By-Cowichan-Lake-Cottages.h114344464.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C48.82505%2C-124.05780&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YZYdHSUGwItGGwsCSsOrRE_tzd0=) 71 South Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, V0R 2G0 #### What's nearby - Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch - 1 min walk - 0.2 km - Lake Cowichan Municipal Office - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - Dashwood Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km #### Getting around - Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min walk - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk - ‪Cow Cafe - ‬7 min walk - ‪Jakes @ The Lake - ‬1 min walk - ‪Ed's Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Property highlights Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills ## Similar properties ![Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100670000/100667900/100667883/3dd750dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### South Shore Motel Lake Cowichan - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 163 reviews CA $139 CA $160 total includes taxes & fees Nov 12 - Nov 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=100667883&PinnedHotelID=100667883&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19840000/19835400/19835390/df7e9619.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Inn Lake Cowichan - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 345 reviews CA $129 CA $148 total includes taxes & fees Nov 5 - Nov 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=19835390&PinnedHotelID=19835390&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11470000/11460400/11460389/a62d9f8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crown House Bed & Breakfast Lake Cowichan - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 67 reviews CA $218 CA $276 total includes taxes & fees Nov 5 - Nov 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=11460389&PinnedHotelID=11460389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96680000/96671900/96671858/937a86b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hideaway Haven by the Lake Lake Cowichan - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.6 Excellent 26 reviews CA $90 CA $193 total includes taxes & fees Nov 6 - Nov 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=96671858&PinnedHotelID=96671858&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99930000/99927400/99927337/c9e0621f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Suite at Riverside Boutique Motel - Skutz Lake Cowichan - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry - Toys/games 9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews CA $99 CA $246 total includes taxes & fees Nov 5 - Nov 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=99927337&PinnedHotelID=99927337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105570000/105566500/105566440/4bc5e5c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 1 bedroom suite located close to town and Cowichan Lake. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: CAD 500.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know 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/debit cards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned Property Registration Number 00002549 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties ### Property is also known as Riverside By Cowichan Cottages Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Guesthouse Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Lake Cowichan Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Guesthouse Lake Cowichan ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages? > As of Nov 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages on Nov 5, 2025 start from CA $69.0, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Cowichan-Hotels-Riverside-By-Cowichan-Lake-Cottages.h114344464.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages? > Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages located? > Situated in Lake Cowichan, this guesthouse is steps from Ohtaki Park, Forest Workers Memorial Park, and Ts'uubaa-asatx Square. Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch and Lake Cowichan Municipal Office are just steps away. ## Have a question? 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