Shawnigan Lake Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Little snowy in March
Little snowy in March
Kinsol Trestle. Recently Rebuilt for human access (as opposed to trains). Completed in 1920, its dimensions measure 44 m (144 ft) high and 188 m (617 ft) long, making it the largest wooden trestle in the Commonwealth and one of the highest railway trestles in the world.

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Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St Victoria BC
The price is AU$343 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$343
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury 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! (2,632 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Fairmont Empress
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
330 Quebec Street Victoria BC
The price is AU$206 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$206
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,979 reviews)
The breakfast was great!

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St Victoria BC
The price is AU$250 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$250
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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! (3,333 reviews)
Place old but it’s amazing and nice place to stay it’s close enough for walking around downtown it’s amazing

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hotel Grand Pacific
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Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.

Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.

Shawnigan Lake BC
Stay at this holiday home in Shawnigan Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shawnigan Lake Museum and Old Mill Park are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Amenities in good condition Suite smelled heavily deodorized

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,281 reviews)
Loved having a full kitchen where we made 50% of our meals. One bedroom allowed some privacy between the two of us. The main room with the pullout bed was used by the second person and it was very comfortable. Pool great to do lengths. Location fabulous. 5/minute walk to the downtown area. 20 minute ...

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

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! (337 reviews)
The upstairs sink drained very slowly (must have been clogged). The fridge smelled weird, and a lot of the dishes and utensils didn’t feel entirely clean. The overall outfitting of the kitchen was so so. None of the recline buttons worked on the couches or armchair, so they were uncomfortable to ...

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
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Popular places to visit

Little snowy in March

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

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

Stebbings Road Community Forest

You can take time to visit Stebbings Road Community Forest during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Stebbings Road Community Forest

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

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

McGee Creek Park

McGee Creek Park is just one of the places to see in Shawnigan Lake, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

McGee Creek Park

Activities

Butchart Gardens in bloom

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission

AU$313
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Wine Tasting in the Cowichan is our favourite!

Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings

AU$186
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$186
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie
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