Gulf Islands

Travel Guide

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Government Street featuring a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city
Old Port Quebec City featuring a city as well as an individual male
British Columbia Parliament Building featuring heritage architecture, a fountain and a garden
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Where to stay in Gulf Islands

Victoria which includes a city, street scenes and a house

Downtown Victoria

4.5/5(796 area reviews)

Downtown Victoria boasts a lively atmosphere with movie theatres, stage theatres, hotels, and various dining options. Explore tourist attractions like Bastion Square, Centennial Square, and the historic Chinatown.

Downtown Victoria
Victoria Harbour featuring heritage elements and a bay or harbor

Inner Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbour
Victoria showing a coastal town and a marina

James Bay

5/5(513 area reviews)

You can explore vibrant attractions like Beacon Hill Park, Fisherman's Wharf Park, and the Royal British Columbia Museum in this area near Victoria's Inner Harbour. Accessible via Belleville Street and other main roads, it also offers a HeliJet terminal and a US ferries terminal.

James Bay
The largest urban forest on the Saanich Peninsula.

Saanich East

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Saanich East, you might make a stop by sights like Cadboro Bay and Cedar Hill Golf Course.

Saanich East
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Saanich West

While there might not be top attractions in Saanich West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Princess Louisa Inlet and Uptown Center.

Saanich West
Beacon Hill Park showing kite surfing and general coastal views

Fairfield

5/5(31 area reviews)

Residential community featuring low-rise apartments and single-family homes, Fairfield boasts ocean waters perfect for wind surfing and para-sailing. Enjoy scenic views at Clover Point, and explore Cook Street Village's cafés, boutiques, and grocery stores.

Fairfield
Sidney Waterfront Inn & Suites
Sidney Waterfront Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
9775 First St, Sidney, BC
The price is SAR 441 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
SAR 441
SAR 499 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sidney. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (779 reviews)
"Had a great stay. Staff were friendly."

Reviewed on 1 March 2025

Sidney Waterfront Inn & Suites
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1175 Beach Dr, Victoria, BC
The price is SAR 744 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
SAR 744
SAR 872 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (988 reviews)
"Loved"

Reviewed on 1 March 2025

Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa
Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
849 Verdier Ave, Brentwood Bay, BC
The price is SAR 605 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
SAR 605
SAR 683 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Brentwood Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Great sized rooms that are well appointed. Pool and hot tub are easily accessed from the room. Pub food is very good."

Reviewed on 26 February 2025

Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 3.5-star cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Mistaken Identity Vineyards ...
9/10 Wonderful! (289 reviews)
"Handy to town but quiet."

Reviewed on 1 March 2025

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
Mineral Springs Resort
Mineral Springs Resort
2.5 out of 5
1460 North Beach Rd, Salt Spring Island, BC
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (266 reviews)
"I wish that we were better prepared and had done our research prior. We thought that our tub hadn't been cleaned because the sediment from the salt springs left muddy patches and there was a spinder who had built a web. We missed our first day with the tub until we found out that this was normal. ..."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Mineral Springs Resort
Cusheon Lake Resort
Cusheon Lake Resort
3 out of 5
171 Natalie Lane, Salt Spring Island, BC
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Cusheon Lake and Salt Spring Vineyards ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (198 reviews)
"Beautiful spot by the lake! Awesome cabin, sauna and hot tub. Hope to be back"

Reviewed on 5 February 2025

Cusheon Lake Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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