Accommodation and Experience Providers

If you are looking for the newest, freshest and funkiest accommodation in Nanaimo, then you've found it - the Painted Turtle Guesthouse.We opened July 2004, in a fully renovated and refurbished 1913 heritage building. Located in the heart of the waterfront/arts district downtown, we are among the trendy cafes & restaurants, pubs & clubs, art galleries, bakeries, street performers and local points of interest.The Guesthouse is extremely well appointed and has received the highest possible standard available as a BC Approved Accommodation. We are also an affiliated Hosteling International Property. All features have been designed with the active traveler in mind, but we have thrown in a few special features. The Great Room, in the heart of the building features a fully self-contained kitchen and spacious dining area, lounge with fireplace, games, books, magazines and computers. We provide free WIFI throughout the property. The bathrooms are all centrally located and private use. All linens and towels are provided free of charge and laundry services are available onsite. Breakfast options and essential store are located in the lobby for your convenience. We have 3 room types catering to every type of traveler. Classic -private room with queen sized bed, private Family rooms with queen sized beds and bunk beds, or dorm style accommodation. Lockers/charging stations are provided in all shared accommodation.Gateway to internationally acclaimed Vancouver Island, Nanaimo is the Harbour City and features a fabulous ocean-side location. Easily accessible by ferry from downtown Vancouver, and is a great base camp to venture to other Island destinations. Experience the Islands natural beauty, attractions, and endless recreational and adventure pursuits! We look forward to meeting you and making you stay in Nanaimo memorable.

Practice your swing, improve your score or play a round with your friends on Vancouver Island's best golf experience, fitting for both novice and seasoned players alike. The course is open daily from dawn to dusk. With top ranked PGA of Canada golf instructors, Fairwinds Golf Club is equipped with everything you need to take your game to the next level. Set on a spectacular piece of land with dense forest, ocean views and dramatic elevation changes, come and enjoy the natural scenery.

At NkMip Cellars, we are the dedicated guardians of a proud legacy. As the first Indigenous-owned winery in North America, we are inspired to express our culture in everything we do. Our Winery itself is a bold celebration and strong reflection of our commitment to authenticity and deep respect for our colourful past. We extend an invitation to discover, not only the international award-wining wines we produce, but also the relentless spirit and remarkable history that inspire them.

Luxury, Full-Service Boutique B&B perched on the side of Summerland's most prominent extinct volcano, Giants Head Mountain. This quality built air conditioned home includes such features as window seats, private decks, rustic hardwood floors, fireplaces, hot tub overlooking a hobby vineyard and lake beyond. Large guest rooms with private en suites and sitting areas. Theme Queen Rooms and common sitting room. Microwave, Refrigerator, Barista. Assorted afternoon snacks. Seasonal Gourmet Breakfasts. Locally Roasted Coffee. Special Diets available. WiFi and laundry available. Down Duvets and Spa Robes. Minutes from downtown.

Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park. Known as Saysutshun by the Snuneymuxw First Nation people, this family friendly park is accessible only by foot passenger ferry or boat. With breathtaking views of the Coastal Mountains and the Harbour City, the island offers a unique natural, historical and cultural experience for visitors. Come discover for yourself why the island has had a special place

Luxury Log Home lakefront B&B on pristine Clearwater Lake. Adult oriented accommodation with attention to detail. Private and peaceful with no disturbances. All meals snack and non-alcohol beverages are included in your stay. Breakfast is catered to your door each morning. Join us for optional morning meditation and energy medicine to start your day. See our web for more wellness options with us

Sightseeing Victoria Gray Line Tours, operated by The Wilsons Group, allow visitors to explore Victoria BC aboard an Open Top Double Decker bus! Whether you choose a Hop-On Hop-Off tour, day, night or a City Sightseeing tour, you are assured a memorable experience. Sightseeing Victoria tours are designed to give visitors complete flexibility to explore the many points of interest Victoria has to offer at their own pace. With over 15 stops, the tour provides the best of Victoria. For over 100 years, Gray Lines world-famous Blue Diamond logo has been synonymous with sightseeing and local experiences. In addition to the exclusive Reasons to Go , our comfortable transport, and experienced guides always make for a personal, informative, and entertaining adventure.

Mackie Lake House is an historic 1910 home situated on the shores of Kalamalka Lake in Coldstream BC. It is operated by a non-profit society and offers tours, special events, and facility rentals. Join us for a guided tour or site visit (open seasonally from June - September). Mackie Lake House is a picnic-encouraged site. Out of respect to our local wildlife, no pets are permitted.

Join SpringTide for a 3 hour whale watching tour on our 61-foot ocean cruiser. Your boat has inside & outside seating and provides the very best viewing on walk-around outside decks. Experience joy, excitement and take away wonderful memories viewing our marine mammals (whales, porpoise, seals), and marine birds! Enjoy spectacular scenery while listening to professional biologists provide informative narrations. SpringTide is respected as a world-class leader in the provision of safe, educational & entertaining whale tours in Victoria BC. Our goal is to constantly exceed customer expectations by understanding & anticipating their needs and providing the best possible experience delivered by knowledgeable & caring employees. Leaders in conservation programs, the owners have volunteered their time for over 30 years to ensure our oceans & their inhabitants have the environment they require to flourish for future generations to experience.

Woodland Cabins is a premium micro-resort nestled in the trees on a beautiful park-like acreage. Guests love the combination of a luxury hotel experience within the serenity of nature. Located just 900 feet from White Lake in the heart of the Shuswap Lake Region, this location offers an abundance of fun recreation & calming relaxation throughout every season. The Grand Fir Upper Lodge (sleeps 10) features vaulted ceilings, massive view windows, air conditioning, a large fully equipped kitchen, 3 queen bedrooms, 2 sleeping lofts, 7 beds, 2 full bathrooms, a large deck, outdoor dining + bbq, firepit, hot tub access, yard activities, & more. The Thimbleberry and Aspenwood Micro-cabins perfectly combine the uniqueness of glamping with the comfort and quality of a top hotel. Accommodating 2 guests each, they include a queen bed, mini-fridge, microwave, a/c, free wifi, coffee/tea, large deck, and hot tub access. Come and enjoy everything that the Shuswap and Woodland Cabins have to offer!

Snowy Creek showcases premium post and beam style single-level condominiums located just across the road from the Bullet Express Quad Chair in the White Forest Estates. Well-appointed and spacious throughout, with excellent Monashee mountain views and balconies with private hot tubs, these units offer excellent quality and comfort along with a great ski to/ski from location.

Caprice B&B is a pet friendly, luxurious accommodation on an acre with a swimming pool and hot tub. Oceanview rooms have queen beds, ensuite bathrooms, kitchenettes. Our rooms are completely separate with private entrances to the outdoors and parking. Experience a BC getaway in a beautiful setting.

Tumbler Ridge Golf & Country Club welcomes you to the most scenic and challenging course in Northern BC. Novice and experienced golfers alike enjoy the 9-hole, par 36 public golf course complete with pro shop, driving range, putting green and clubhouse.This fully irrigated course is cut from thick, forested terrain high above the broad Murray River, and putting requires careful study. Continuous gentle breezes, natural slopes, undulating fairways and water hazards test your skill. Most of the bent-grass greens have elevated approaches and well-placed sand traps guarding them. The finishing hole is the challenging 405-yard ninth, playing up a two-level fairway to an elevated green.