PARKSVILLE HOTELS, CENTRAL VANCOUVER ISLAND

Parksville is small beachside community located about 20 minutes north of Nanaimo and forms part of Central Vancouver Island. Stretching close to eight kms (five miles) from Rathtrevor Beach north past the mouth of Englishman River and around Parksville Bay, the shimmering blue of the ocean and sky, combined with the endless expanse of sand have produced a year-round Canadian Riviera. Home to the Canadian Open Sand Sculpture Competition and a month long beach festival, Parksville has it all when it comes to summer fun, or a year-round escape destination.

The centrally-located Community Park, which separates the shopping area of town from the water, is home to a large playground and waterpark. There's also a skateboard park, beach volleyball courts, tennis courts, BMX track and picnic areas. Miles of wide open sand flats are revealed at every low tide, inviting swimmers into the warm water pools, and providing beachcombers with hours of activity.

Downtown Parksville, located across from the park, has a wide variety of shops, cafes, grocery and specialty stores. At the south end of town, a visit to the Craig Heritage Park will help you learn about the early pioneers.

We have chosen 3 properties that represent a mix of well-run family owned and operated properties in the Parksville area. During the summer months Parksville is very busy with beach getaway visitors. Nanaimo is located 20 minutes south and provides a great base for all of your Central Vancouver Island daytrips to the Island's best attractions.

VIP MOTEL

The VIP Motel is another of those classic well run family owned and operated properties on Vancouver Island. Their housekeeping standards are of the highest standards. Their rooms are well kept and maintained. They offer free movie channel, coffee, refridgerators, morning breakfast and queen or king beds. Rooms with kitchens are available. Consistently voted Parksville's #1 accommodation for business travellers by the NWCTA.

414 West Island Hwy, Parksville, BC, V9P 1K8
Tel:(250)248-3244 : Fax: (250)248-0018
Toll Free:1-800-663-7300
info@vipmotel.com
www.vipmotel.com

SKYLITE MOTEL

Outstanding housekeeping, maintenance and guest services are the hallmarks of this very well run motel owned and operated by your hosts Hugh & Juliann. Their south Parksville deluxe kitchenettes, rooms and cabins are fully renovated and refurbished.

The Skylite is located between Rathtrevor Beach and the Community Park and has excellent 'curb appeal'.

Box 398, 459 East Island Highway, Parksville, BC, V9P 2G5
Toll Free: 1-800-667-1886 Phone: 250-248-4271 Fax: 250-248-4128
skylitemotel@shaw.ca
www.skylitemotel.com

TIGH-NA-MARA SEASIDE SPA RESORT

A classic beachside resort. Great location on Rathtrevor Beach and spread out over 22 acres, the resort consists of a wide range of accommodations; including traditional log cottages with wood burning fireplaces, Condominiums with panoramic views of miles of sandy beach, and luxurious Spa Bungalows that surround The Grotto Spa, the largest resort spa in British Columbia. 

At The Grotto Spa, explore the mythic cave-like Mineral Bath, the cascading two-story waterwall and palatial waterfall. Refresh yourself under the invigorating cold-plunge waterfall or simply curl up grotto-side with a book.

 

1155 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2E5
Telephone: (250) 248 2072 Fax: (250) 248 4140
Toll-Free Reservations 1 800 663 7373
info@tigh-na-mara.com
www.tigh-na-mara.com