Book a hotel near Discovery Passage Aquarium, Campbell River

"Painters lodge or bust "

"Right on the water. Cruise ships right in front of the room"

"I made one mistake when booking this hotel: I only booked one night. Honestly, I should’ve just forwarded my mail and stayed for the week (or forever—who’s counting?). First, let’s talk pet paradise. The massive, perfectly manicured lawn made my dog feel like royalty. Not only was it ideal for romping, sniffing, and generally showing off, but they even provided bags and bins—which means no frantic pocket-patting while pretending to be a responsible pet owner. The rooms? Spotless. The thermostat was so easy to control, even I couldn’t mess it up (and I’ve lost arguments with microwaves). The bed was cloud-level comfy, and the hot water didn’t require an engineering degree to figure out. Now, let’s discuss the waterfront location. Stunning. It’s the kind of place where you stare off into the distance, pretending you’re in a movie montage, while your dog drags you toward a seagull. Breakfast? Complimentary and actually good—which is rare. Nothing like free waffles to make you feel like a genius for choosing this place. And the staff? Friendly, helpful, and not once did they look at me like I was a crazy person for traveling with a suitcase full of squeaky toys. In short: Highly recommend. Book the week. Bring the dog. Bring your appetite. Bring a change of address form just in case."

"While this is obviously an older property, and they are working on upgrades, it has a charm to it too. It is well located, affordable, friendly, and comfortable. Perfect for a budget stay! I will be back here again."

"What a gorgeous spot! Every staff person I spoke to went over and above. Rooms a big, clean, bright and comfortable."

"So clean, and friendly staff!"