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Ocean Crest Motel

2.5 star property
Coastal relaxation awaits at this retreat with complimentary WiFi, newspapers, and ocean views from the inviting terrace.

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The Ocean Crest Motel provides a genuine coastal getaway experience. Travelers appreciate the terrace where they can connect with WiFi, catch up on news, and enjoy the peaceful seaside setting. The attentive staff enhances the stay with their helpful service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Room | Bathroom

Basic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Business Room, 1 Double Bed, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Qualicum Beach, Ocean Crest Motel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park and Spider Lake Provincial Park, while Qualicum Beach Museum and Village Theater are cultural highlights. The Vintage Candy Shop and Oceanside Place Arena are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Map
3292 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC, V9K2C6

What's nearby

  • Qualicum Beach Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Qualicum Beach Community Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Coombs Old Country Market - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Parksville Beach - 14 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 39 min drive - 55.9 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fern + Cedar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Creekmore's Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪French Press Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Hama - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coombs Emporium - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Ocean Crest Motel

Property highlights
Ocean Crest Motel provides a terrace and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Ocean Crest Motel offer perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, stovetops and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Ocean Crest Motel Qualicum Beach
Ocean Crest Qualicum Beach
Ocean Crest Motel Motel
Ocean Crest Motel Qualicum Beach
Ocean Crest Motel Motel Qualicum Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Crest Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Crest Motel?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Crest Motel on 20 Jan 2026 start from AU$134.68, 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 Ocean Crest Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Crest Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ocean Crest Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Crest Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Qualicum Beach Museum, Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club and Qualicum Beach Community Park. Village Theater and The Vintage Candy Shop are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Ocean Crest Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 578 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 578 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 578 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 578 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 578 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ms.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grateful to get a downstairs room and it got cozy warm for us to enjoy. A super spot with wonderful owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and very comfortable. Really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecylia

Liked: Room comfort
Great and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was super clean and comfy!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, clean rooms. 10/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are really nice people felt easy there. Rooms very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, good room amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique motel. Clean and renovated and in a perfect location. Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness ... absolutely awesome !!!! Very friendly staff I will recommend this morel to everyone coming to the island !!!! Unknown gem !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Place , clean , very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Perfect

Perfect for a quick stop on my way south. Clean and comfortable and good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older motel but clean and well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Economical and convenient with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very neat and clean Staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant place with friendly, helpful staff. Facilities very clean and well maintained. An outdoor hot tub, barbecue area would be a nice edition-outdoor upper deck not really functional.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue

Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, clean and very nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean Crest Motel is the cleanest motel I have ever stayed in. The attention to small details is wonderful. You will find yourself noticing these details throughout your stay. The girl at check-in was professional and friendly. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Amenities
Clean and close to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Val

Liked: Amenities
Room was clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed plus quiet and close to everything. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to town. And very close to beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were spacious with many updates. Close to the beach. Comfy beds, big TV, lots of channels. Kitchenette, good AC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Clean serviceable room

Our room was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the ocean. Quiet place and very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025