Shady Shores Beach Resort (Bowser, British Columbia) - Hotel Reviews

Also Known As:: Shady Shores Beach Hotel Bowser; Shady Shores Beach Hotel

Address: 6695 West Island Highway, Bowser, British Columbia V0R 1G0 , Canada

Region: Canada > British Columbia > Vancouver Island > Bowser

Amenities:

Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette

Hotel Style:

Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Bowser

Price Range: $$

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Paddle along the tranquil shores on the east coast of Vancouver Island. Relax in our oceanfront hot tub while watching the eagles soar and cruise ships passing by. Gather around a beach bonfire. Enjoy clams/oysters picked from our beach. Hike on trails through pristine local forests. Enjoy a round of golf at one of the sixteen golf courses within an hours drive. Centrally located for day trips to many points of interest on Vancouver Island. ... more less

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van_Juba

Senior Reviewer

9 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 7 cities

“Fun Trip!”

Reviewed March 15, 2013

We absolutely love the Bowser area and were really excited to stay at the Shady Shores Resort. It's a 'hobby' of ours to stay at Resorts all over Vancouver Island, so we were happy to try somewhere new. The resort was very accommodating of our schedule, and overall the visit was very nice with beautiful scenery. It was too cold... More

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Susan L

Langley, British Columbia, Canada

1 review

2 helpful votes

“Wonderful Getaway!”

Reviewed November 13, 2012

3 girlfriends and I just spent the November long weekend at the Shady Shores and had a wonderful relaxing time while there. Although the weather was stormy, it was so cool to see AND hear the waves crashing onto the shore. The hot tub is located perfectly so we could take in the ambiance of the beautiful shoreline and because... More

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365mustacheman

Tofino, Canada

“Lacking hospitality and not attending to ANY detail!”

Reviewed October 31, 2012

Recently stayed a night at the Shady Shores Beach Resort, 'Beach Log Cabin'. Overall the property is fairly nice, but its clear the owners have given no attention to detail or the importance of hospitality. Besides signs posted absolutely everywhere telling you what you cannot do, the place has a cold feeling (that may have been from the fact that... More

It is unfortunate that we have to list requirements to follow in our home, but it is more unfortunate that there are those whom believe that with their rental they are provided the allowance to disrespect our property. Thus the list has been made, and continues with new additions, as common sense and respect is tested time after time. Some... More

Wendy B

Farallon

1 helpful vote

“Perfect for Us!”

Reviewed September 23, 2012

From September 7 – 10, we enjoyed the tranquility and beauty of Shady Shores. We were in Cabin #6 which is directly adjacent to the beach. Through the front window we watched sunrise creep over the horizon, salmon jumping, a heron, seals frolicking, a cruise ship or two off in the distance and the purple and pink skies at sunset.... More

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Pam W

Ladner, British Columbia, Canada

“Wonderful Peaceful Getaway”

Reviewed September 21, 2012

We spent a week here late in August 2012. Shady Shores is a beautiful, small and somewhat secluded beach resort. The units appear almost new, with an extremely well appointed with a fully equipped kitchen, two good-sized bedrooms and a small living room with a pull out sofa. We started with just three of us and it was roomy and... More

laureenec

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

“It doesn't get any better than this”

Reviewed August 19, 2012

My husband and I decided to go to Shady shores for our one year anniversary.We had been researching the internet for a romantic,scenic ,ocean front cottage.We can honestly say the pictures of shady shores measured up to our percieved vision of the place.When we arrived we were greeted with caroline's vibrant personality. We were both awe struck at the beauty... More

bucatime23

Vancouver, Canada

Top Contributor

79 reviews

27 hotel reviews

Reviews in 35 cities

37 helpful votes

“Average at best, not quite worth the price charged.”

Reviewed August 7, 2012

We stayed recently for August long weekend, and had a great time all around. There are always so many factors taken into consideration when rating accommodations, so I will give a pros and cons list of shady shores: Pros: very friendly staff, clean, quiet and safe location right on the beach (private bonfires allowed!)! Family friendly Cons: small units, overpriced... More

What a shame..... if one would only use the art of comunication to solve any issues while here, instead of suffering with broken untencils, and waiting to return home to write about them. Had this guest inquired where the town was, they would have been delighted to find that if they had turned right instead of left, we are only... More

Ann Z

Qualicum Beach, Canada

“" Best holiday ever "”

Reviewed August 4, 2012

Stayed a Shady Shores last summer and loved it. The units were clean and the view todie for. Caroline ( the owner ) was very helpful, organizing ourday trip and booking our tee time at a near by golf coarse. Therefore, this year we booked the Log Cabin, for my 65th birthday. It accommodated our entire family. It was the... More

Shari L

Richmond, Canada

4 helpful votes

“Disappointing - nice location tragic accommodation”

Reviewed July 2, 2012

This July long weekend was our first stay at Shady Shores and we would definitely not recommend this property. Outfitted with a kitchen - plus a few extra visitors (MICE) that arrived the first night and we were asked to catch during our remaining nights. Yes, THREE mice visited our tiny kitchen and hopped around the food boxes looking for... More

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I usually don't respond to the ridiculous, but sometimes it is just beyond my capability to comprehend.ones ability to contort the facts...and this is one of them. A guest....that was not even staying in the said room, came in early the day after arrival to tell me about the 3 mice. I of course replied with...were they blind? It is... More

Wade S

“Fantastic - Warm, Inviting and the best views this side of EVER”

Reviewed June 6, 2012

I stayed at the Beach Log Cabin (the second property as part of the Shady Shores Beach Resort) the weekend of May 26th and I can't say enough about my time there. The cabin was warm, inviting and spotless. The rooms and accommodations were comfy and provided a unique atmosphere being in a log cabin. Patios ALL around and positioned... More

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