Shawnigan Lake Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Derek Stadel
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Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Photo by Geoff Stephen
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St Victoria BC
The price is AU$292 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$292
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,451 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St Victoria BC
The price is AU$263 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
AU$263
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,980 reviews)
Great room, great view. Enjoyed our stay very much. Staff super helpful and kind too.

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave Victoria BC
The price is AU$200 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
AU$200
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,489 reviews)
A combination of everything really… location was amazing, staff were all fantastic, amenities were too notch. Will absolute stay here again!

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
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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 Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street Victoria BC
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,152 reviews)
Spacious, well equipped, clean & comfortable

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

3.5 out of 5
315 Robinson Road Salt Spring Island BC
Stay at this cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Mistaken Identity Vineyards and Salt ...
9/10 Wonderful! (326 reviews)
The cottage was very clean and nicely decorated. The big miss was kitchen supplies and lacking in blankets

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort

SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort

4 out of 5
1000 Sooke Point Place Sooke BC
Stay at this condo in Sooke. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Secretary (Donaldson) Island and Quimper Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (253 reviews)
Nice room with great view,

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort
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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.

Popular places to visit

Kinsol Trestle

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.

Kinsol Trestle

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.

Old Mill Park

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.

Shawnigan Lake Museum

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.

Sooke Lake Road Community Forest

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.

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

Old Baldy Mountain Park

After visiting Old Baldy Mountain Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shawnigan Lake. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Old Baldy Mountain Park

Activities

Butchart Gardens in bloom

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission

AU$299
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Bright blue waters and stalagmites in Río Secreto

Rio Secreto Plus Tour: Underground River, Rappel & Ziplines

AU$168
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rio Secreto Plus Tour: Underground River, Rappel & Ziplines
Wine Tasting in the Cowichan is our favourite!

Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings

AU$197
per adult
Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings
Cowichan Valley Wine Tour

Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie

AU$197
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie
Hatley Castle

Waterfall, Skywalk, Lagoon Picnic, Castle and Whales in Victoria

AU$329
per adult
Waterfall, Skywalk, Lagoon Picnic, Castle and Whales in Victoria
Victoria Hiking, Vista, Rainforest and Aquarium

Victoria Hiking, Vista, Rainforest and Aquarium

AU$351
per adult
Victoria Hiking, Vista, Rainforest and Aquarium
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