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Quality Inn Waddling Dog

2.5 star property
Guests start their day with a continental breakfast served by attentive staff who create a genuine home-away-from-home atmosphere in this welcoming hotel

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The Quality Inn Waddling Dog in central Saanich offers continental breakfast, a cozy bar, and an extensive library. Travelers appreciate the helpful staff, convenient location, and WiFi in public areas, making it easy to plan nearby adventures.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Saanichton, Quality Inn Waddling Dog is in an area with good airport proximity. Butchart Gardens is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour are worth checking out. Panorama Recreation Centre and Victoria Butterfly Gardens are also worth visiting.
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2476 Mt. Newton Cross, Saanichton, BC, V8M2B8

What's nearby

  • Marigold Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saanichton Bay Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Newman Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Saanich Peninsula Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Heritage Acres - 1 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪White Spot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mary's Bleue Moon Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪RnR Diner - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Quality Inn Waddling Dog

Property highlights
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a library and a bar at Quality Inn Waddling Dog. Free WiFi in public areas and conference space are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, smoke-free property and ATM/banking services
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in reception and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Quality Inn Waddling Dog feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Quality Inn Waddling Dog Saanichton
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Waddling Dog
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Quality Inn Waddling Dog Hotel Saanichton

Frequently asked questions

Is Quality Inn Waddling Dog pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Quality Inn Waddling Dog?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn Waddling Dog on 15 Feb 2026 start from AU$206.50, 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 Quality Inn Waddling Dog?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Quality Inn Waddling Dog?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Quality Inn Waddling Dog?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quality Inn Waddling Dog located?

Situated in Saanichton, this hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Panorama Recreation Centre and within 6 miles (10 km) of British Columbia Aviation Museum and Mary Winspear Centre. Victoria Butterfly Gardens and Brentwood Bay Ferry Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Quality Inn Waddling Dog Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 696 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room’s friendly staff nice continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, staff were great, great place to stay while on a work trip
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed close to airport convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed clean room close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean, comfortable bed, everything worked, front desk very courteous, easy check in and check out, good choices for breakfast, coffee was fresh, over all our stay, even though it was for just one night, was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was updated and comfy bed and bedding, front desk phoned once I was in my room to see if everything was OK Beautiful library for a good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Was a well kept, clean, spacious very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was well organized with a good variety, though it could be healthier and served hotter. Overall, it was a good experience, and I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice. The front desk staff was friendly and efficient. I like this place so far. :-)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and place had a charm. Staff was nice though one of them seemed to be in a hurry but still nice. Great location to the airport for gas and restaurants around for convince.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, awesome staff, conveniently located, love the pub. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very homey feel-across from seaside walking path-friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the staff are always friendly and the rooms and nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff courteous, room was clean. Caught off guard that there was a charge to leave the car for a week even though we stayed the first night and the last night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarina

Breakfast was ok Room was excellent clean and spacious Staff was professional and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cayce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and easy. Staff was helpful and polite. The continental breakfast was awesome. Large variety of items, and a nice, cozy atmosphere. Room was clean and stocked with everything we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming old inn located close to Butchart Gardens and the ferry to Vancouver. Loved dinners at the friendly pub downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Complimentary breakfast was good. Adjoining pub was reasonably priced snd meals were big
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Always like staying here. My family is divided between Sidney and Victoria so location is great! Perfect continental breakfast too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and large, bed was comfortable and they offered a good breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location when leaving early from airport or ferry terminal. Comfortable room, decent food in the pub served quite late, good free bfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a convenient location between Sidney and Victoria. Comfortable room, pleasant staff, and the food in tge pub was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

R. Milan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very quiet considering how close the building is to the highway. Very pet friendly, relaxing, great service, great breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and close tovthe airport, nice soacious rooms, welcoming, nice bathroom, breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025