Shawnigan Lake
Travel Guide



Visit Shawnigan Lake

Fairmont Empress
Room 540 had overpowering chlorine smell. Marcus? manager on duty feb 20 & 21 (knew and put us in it any). We booked a city view room. No view! Just hotel air conditioning units and other rooms. Asked if there was any other room with a city view. was moved by manager to room 540. If we had stayed ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Great welcoming folks Right from the start Michael and Nesa(not sure if I recall the spelling correct) And another Michael we're all happy and friendly. Room was great in a 1 bedroom with additional queen in living area. Comfy beds,nice big tv, very clean. I took a star off for 2 reasons. Coffee ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026

Hotel Grand Pacific
Rooms are a little dated and could do with an update. Most of the doors on our TV stand/drawer unit would not close properly.
Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Nice room, great staff , very comfortable overall. Good location within walking distance to harbour, restaurants and main attractions Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 1 Mar, 2026

SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort
Excellent construction - qualityos obvious throughout
Reviewed on 28 Feb, 2026

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
I love the cottages, we've been there several times. My only piece of feedback is that the 5 pm check in and 10 am check out is not consistent with what I've experienced at other places I've booked, and I think is a bit unreasonable. The ferries arrive well before that time, and it just doesn't feel ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Popular places to visit

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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Things to do

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission

Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings

Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Langford BC

Waterfall, Skywalk, Lagoon Picnic, Castle and Whales in Victoria


