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$380 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$380
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,351 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$243 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$243
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,773 reviews)
"Room look old style, door for balcony are very heavy to open it , unfortunately no breakfast included, but I saw it breakfast included when i booked :("

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Red Lion Inn and Suites

Red Lion Inn and Suites

3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,463 reviews)
"Fair price, very good breakfast"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

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Private Dock - Tranquil Weekend Getaway

Private Dock - Tranquil Weekend Getaway

Shawnigan Lake
Stay at this vacation home in Shawnigan Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Old Mill Park and West Shawnigan Lake Provincial ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Very clean and quiet. Excellent hosts with great communication and thoughtful offers to make our stay comfortable."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Private Dock - Tranquil Weekend Getaway
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,097 reviews)
"Super nice room, loved it! One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at in the last few years. Clean and quite place."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Westover Bed and Breakfasts

Westover Bed and Breakfasts

Salt Spring Island
Stay at this cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free breakfast, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Saltspring Marina and Ganges Marina are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"Our whimsical stay at this little cabin in the woods was just what we needed after a busy summer. Each morning we were greeted by the frogs and the lush scents of the forest. On our second night we were lulled to sleep by the pitter patter of the raindrops. Overall a peaceful getaway."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Westover Bed and Breakfasts
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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 relaxing 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

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

Oliphant Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oliphant Lake during your travels in Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Oliphant Lake

Elkington Ecological Reserve

You can take time to visit Elkington Ecological Reserve during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Elkington Ecological Reserve

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

Activities

Key West Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

Key West Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

AU$61
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Key West Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Butchart Gardens in bloom

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission

AU$330
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle from Downtown Victoria

AU$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle from Downtown Victoria
Bright blue waters and stalagmites in Río Secreto

Rio Secreto Plus Tour: Underground River, Rappel & Ziplines

AU$166
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$166
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$196
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie
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