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3 out of 5
Hillcrest Ave Bed & Breakfast
482 Hillcrest Avenue, Ladysmith, BC

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 1 Oct,2019
It was a pleasure meeting you both, and have you stay. Thank you for your review. Hope to see you again. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

LtDan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite comfortable, great breakfast with excellent view.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Debbie on 26 Sept,2019
It was a pleasure meeting you and have you stay at our Bed & Breakfast. Thank you for your review. Sincerely, Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Don, Kingston, RI

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is by far the best B&B experience we have had. Debbie and Darwin knocked it out of the park! We came as guests and left as friends. Amenities were amazing and hospitality gracious and generous! Top rated!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 4 Aug,2019
Thank you for your review, we are happy that you enjoyed your stay. Sincerely, Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Guylaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just perfect
Perfect hosts, kindness and clean, very quiet place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 1 Aug,2019
Thank you so much Guylaine, it was such a pleasure meeting you both and have us stay with us. We hope our paths cross again. Take care Sincerely, Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 9 Jul,2019
Thank you for taking the time to review us. We truly appreciate when our guests take the time to post a review.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 9 Jul,2019
Thank you for reviewing our B & B. Much appreciated. Hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley, Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent room. The hosts were very friendly and treated us to such wonderful hospitality. The view from the hill is quite beautiful. It made for a lovely breakfast. This is a great place for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 19 Sept,2018
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. Much appreciated. It was a pleasure meeting you and have you stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great B&B
We stayed at the Hillcrest Ave. B&B overnight en route to Victoria and are happy we did. The place is immaculate and the hosts very personable and engaging. The view is great, the room is comfortable, and the breakfast is first rate. The parking is convenient as is the wifi. We have no hesitation recommending the Hillcrest B&B.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 12 Sept,2018
Thank you for taking the time to review us. We truly appreciate our guests feeback. It was lovely meeting you both. Hope to see you again. Sincerely Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Virginia, Victoria, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for two nights. The breakfasts were delicious - fresh ingredients, healthy and plentiful! We fell asleep easily in the super comfortable bed. The only suggestion I would make for the room is to add a mirror, perhaps replace the corner shelf with a vanity dressing table with mirror? That would help with the shared bathroom when there are other guests. Debbie and Darwin are relaxed yet attentive hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 2 Sept,2018
Thank you for your review Virginia, we really appreciate when our guests take the time to review us. And thank you for your suggestions, we will see about putting mirrors in our bedrooms that share a bathroom. Good tip. Hope to see you both again.

8/10 Good

Michael, Victoria, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great. Would have liked an en suite bathroom and perhaps a mirror in the bedroom. Otherwise, we were treated very well by the hosts and the food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 28 Aug,2018
Thank you for your review, we appreciate our guests feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Tasmania, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Debbie and Darwin were very thoughtful and kind hosts. The facilities were squeaky clean and very comfortable. Deb and Darwin were both very knowledgeable about places of interest we would find interesting and knew all the best places to eat. We enjoyed sharing our experiences with them over a glass of wine at the end of each day, and Debbie would have to be dubbed the “map queen of Vancouver Island”. If you needed to go anywhere - Deb had a map for it and could show the exact route to take - it was terrific. We would highly recommend a stay here to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 28 Aug,2018
Thank you for your review. It was a pleasuring meeting you both, we really enjoyed getting to know you. Hope you are having a wonderful time.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Ottawa, Ontario.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staying at Hillcrest Ave. B&B was a welcoming experience. The owners couldn't have been more accommodating. They made us feel at home. The breakfasts were amazing. their gardens beautiful and room very comfortable. We would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 21 Aug,2018
Thanks Wendy, it was a real pleasure meeting you. Thank you for your review. We too appreciate our guests and their feedback . Keep painting. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, Pender Island, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Debbie and Darwin are amazing and genuinely kind people. They have been running their B&B for over 7 years and I can't figure out how they can keep the house looking like they just moved in. Our lower level suite was literally spotless. They have a great view from the dining room where Debbie serves a delicious FULL breakfast. They are 4.5 km (3 miles) from downtown Ladysmith so you'll need a car. Ther is a shopping center 1.4 km (0.9 miles) away. You can't go wrong at this place. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 21 Aug,2018
Thank you for the review, much appreciated. Hope to see you both again.

8/10 Good

Art, Parksville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish we could see the ocean from our room...otherwise it was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 19 Aug,2018
Thank you for the review. Much appreciated. Hope to see you again. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hosts were very nice and helpful. They go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 18 Aug,2018
Thank you for your review. Much appreciated!! Sincerely Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Owners were very welcoming. Property was very very nice. I had to leave early to catch the ferry so she made me a wonderful breakfast to go. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 13 Aug,2018
Thank you Mike for taking the time to review us. Hope to see you again if you are out this way.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts!! When in the area again will definitely book there again - this time with the wife! Breakfast was amazing and loved talking with them on various topics. Wonderful promoters of the area's hidden gems. Accommodations were #1! Ray
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 9 Aug,2018
Thank you very much Ray for the review, and we would love you to come back with your wife. Hope to see you again. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 1 Aug,2018
Thank you , we appreciate when our guests tske the time to review us.

10/10 Excellent

D&D, Saskaoton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful home, gorgeous yard and very homey interior. hosts were so friendly and welcoming, loved our stay, excellent breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 1 Jun,2018
Thank you for taking the time to post a review, we are happy that you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great. This is annoying. I don’t have time for this
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 16 May,2018
Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Island Hospitality
Excellent B&B. Comfortable and immaculate accomodations in a quiet area yet close to amenities.Wake up to the sound of birds chirping in the gardens around the house and enjoy a delicious breakfast offered by the most welcoming and gracious of hosts, Debbie and Darwin. I would recommend this B&B to anyone visiting Vancouver Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 1 May,2018
We appreciate it when our guests take the time to review us. Thank you for your lovely comments, we are glad that you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
We went to Ladysmith for a quick weekend trip and were warmly greeted by Debbie and Darwin, and treated to a magnificent view of the water and the mountains! Delicious breakfast in the morning and friendly recommendations on where to eat around town. Very much looking forward to another stay!
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 13 Apr,2018
It was such a pleasure meeting you both and have you stay with us. We enjoyed having tea and enjoyed the great conversation. Thank you for taking the time to review us. Hope to see you both again. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just passing through!
WOW!! What a beautiful B&B. Debra and Darwin were the most welcoming hosts. The room was very clean and spacious with all the comforts of home. The breakfast was amazing...just what we needed for a day on the road. Thank you for opening your home to us. Will definitely book here again if we are in this neck of the woods in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Response from Deb on 3 Oct,2017
Thank you Nicola, we hope to see you again. Take care Sincerely , Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place to stay
This place was perfect and great in every way. Lovely hosts, great breakfast, different every morning. Conveniently located, and easy to find. Beautiful grounds, and oh so comfortable rooms. Reasonably priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Response from Deb on 3 Oct,2017
Thank you Philip, it was great meeting you both and have you stay at our little B & B. Sincerely, Debbie & Darwin

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A place that welcomes.
My trip to Ladysmith was for a family memorial. The B.& B. Owners were very respectful and went above and beyond to provide me with quite and comfort. I will definitely stay again if need be.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Response from Debbie on 15 Sept,2017
Thank you for your review, we appreciate when our guests take the time to review us. Sincerely yours, Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great B&B in Ladysmith
Great b&b. Host was gracious and helpful with hikes & restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Response from Deb on 3 Oct,2017
Thank you , we appreciate when our guests take the time to post us a review. Glad that you enjoyed your stay. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location with fantastic view. Hosts Debbie and Darwin are very friendly and a pleasure to spend time with. Accommodations were spotless and very comfortable. Enjoyed the gardens and wildlife
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Response from Deb on 25 Jun,2017
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us, much appreciated. We truly enjoy our guest, makes our job great. Enjoy the rest of your vacation. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

N Jane, Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love it !
Warm, friendly, caring hosts who offered good advice and free maps on what to see and where to visit. Beautifully decorated modern B&B with a great view and gorgeous landscaping, immaculately clean, scrumptious breakfast - will happily return if we are back this way.
Response from General Manager on 13 Sept,2016
Thank you for the lovely review, much appreciated. Hope to see you again. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spotless, modern, comfortable and welcoming.
This is a great B&B with welcoming hosts who are knowledgeable about the surrounding area and happy to provide travellers with advice and maps. The beds were comfortable, the bathroom and rooms very clean, and the breakfast fantastic. I would highly recommend this B&B, whether you are just passing through or looking for a home base to use as you explore the island.
Response from Debbie on 5 Sept,2016
Thank you so much for the review. We appreciate feedback from our guests. It was our pleasure. Sincerely, Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice B&B
Very nice B&B. Beutiful place, spotless, very friendly owners. Great breakfast. Will definitely come back :)
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 2 Sept,2016
Thank you so much for your review. We appreciate our guests and value their input. Hope to see you again. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, FSM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ladysmith Gem
Debbie and Darwin were the consummate hosts! I had tea and conversation--and Debbie's apple crisp--with the hosts when we returned from dinner. Breakfast in the morning was delicious. Our suite was spacious, clean, and comfortable. If we're ever in Ladysmith again, we'll definitely return.
Response from General Manager on 3 Sept,2016
Thank you so much Kathleen for taking the time to review us, much appreciated! The pleasure was ours, we enjoyed visiting with you and hope that if you are ever back this way you will return to our little B & B. Sincerely yours, Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Beth, Bellingham Wa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice B&B with a lovely garden and water views
We enjoyed our stay at the Hillcrest B&B. The B&B is in a quiet neighborhood and is bordered by forested land on one side. The gardens around the B&B were really lovely and inhabited by quail among other birds. Our hosts were very welcoming and helpful;room was spotless and comfortable. The breakfast provided was absolutely delicious and highlighted by a souffle and a variety of fresh fruit. Conversation with other guests at breakfast was fun and interesting. Our stay was a pleasant/relaxing way to end a great trip.
Response from Deb on 19 Aug,2016
Thank you for your review, much appreciated. Sincerely, Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

virginia and le, hemet ca.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant area
Beautiful home. Very well maintained. The hosts were personable and pleasant.
Response from Debbie on 2 Aug,2016
Thank you for your review. Very much appreciated. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Island Delight
Absolutely wonderful. Would definitely stay there again.
Response from Deb on 22 Jul,2016
Thank you for your kind review, the pleasure was ours. Take care Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Carmela, Canandaigua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet neighborhood location.
Hosts were great. Very accommodating with lots of local info. Spacious apartment. Garden level.
Thank you for your review, much appreciated. We enjoyed your company. Safe travels. Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Toplocatie om te verblijven.
Een hele fijne plek om te verblijven. Aardige en behulpzame mensen, veel persoonlijke aandacht. Mooie woonruimte voor ons samen, heel erg ruim. Leuke winkels in de buurt. Gewoon een neel fijn verblijf.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 19 Sept,2018
Het was een genoegen om jullie allebei te ontmoeten. Bedankt dat je tijd hebt genomen om ons te beoordelen. Zeer gewaardeerd. Geniet van de rest van je vakantie. Debbie en Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kanadisches Familienfeeling
Die Gastgeber sind sehr bemüht eine Wohl fühl Atmosphäre zu schaffen. Das Frühstück über trifft bei Weitem kanadischen Standard. Der fast immerwährende Ausblick auf die Rockies ist atemberaubend. Ein Plausch auf der Terrasse rundet den erlebnisreichen Tag ab.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 22 Jun,2018
Vieken Dank fur Ihre Bewertung

10/10 Excellent

Skusu, Yokohama, Japan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
快適な居心地の良いB&B
バンクーバー島の東海岸にある、B&B。静かな住宅街にあり、落ち着ける、清潔なお住まい。２階からは、海と、対岸の雪をかぶった山々を見ることができる。朝は、リスとハチドリが、庭を訪れていた。朝食も美味しいし、何よりご夫妻がもてなし上手。快適な滞在でした。おすすめです。
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 1 Jun,2018
Thank you for your lovely review , much appreciated.

10/10 Excellent

Michael, N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super goede B&B.
Aan alles was gedacht bij deze b&b. Bedenk het en het was er. Zeker om te vermelden is het ontbijt. Dit was subliem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 2 Jul,2017
Dank u Michael, voor uw vriendelijke beoordeling. We waarderen wanneer onze gasten de tijd nemen om ons te beoordelen. Het was genoegen om jullie allebei te ontmoeten en je blijven. Metvriendelijke groet, Debbie & Darwin

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr gepflegtes B&B in toller Lage
Super sauberes und gepflegtes Haus in toller Lage. Wir wurden sehr herzlich empfangen und mit allen Informationen rund um den Ort und die Insel versorgt! Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Response from Debbie & Darwin on 28 Jun,2017
Vielen Dank, es war unser Vergnugen. GenieBen Sie Kanada!