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Riverside Inn

2.5 star property
Inn near Central Park in Lake Cowichan

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Dock
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Bathroom
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View
Terrace/patio
Porch

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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56 North Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, v0r2g0
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaatza Station Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Lake Cowichan

Heart of Lake Cowichan.Your stay at this Lake Cowichan inn places you within a 10-minute walk of Central Park and Kaatza Station Museum. Cowichan Lake Sports Arena is within 2 miles (3 km) and Cowichan River Provincial Park is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Riverside Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Central Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Cowichan Municipal Office - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kaatza Station Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ed's Coffeehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪J&V Burgers & Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jakes @ The Lake - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Riverside Inn

Inn near Central Park in Lake Cowichan
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Riverside Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lake Cowichan inn.

  • 1 building
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1885
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Riverside Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads.

This Lake Cowichan inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Riverside Inn Lake Cowichan
Riverside Lake Cowichan
Riverside Inn Inn
Riverside Inn Lake Cowichan
Riverside Inn Inn Lake Cowichan

Frequently asked questions

How close is Riverside Inn to the airport?

Riverside Inn is 37 mi (46-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (YCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Inn?

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Inn on May 31, 2026 start from CA $202, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Riverside Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riverside Inn.

Does Riverside Inn offer free breakfast?

Riverside Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riverside Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Riverside Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Riverside Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Riverside Inn have a pool?

Riverside Inn does not have a pool.

Does Riverside Inn have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like brunch, happy hour, and light fare.

Does Riverside Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Riverside Inn to downtown Lake Cowichan?

Riverside Inn is 0.2 mi away from Lake Cowichan.

Riverside Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 373 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 373 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 373 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 373 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 373 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Shawn

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Front desk was not staffed despite my arrival at 3 pm. If you had any issues you had to run down from your room to the pub and the hotel pub staff would help you if they had time, no help would be forthcoming if the bar was closed. Room was VERY small, almost had to back out to turn around. Heat pump would not work, it turns out that there were three heat pumps linked together and they all had to be on the same MOD or the unit would not run. And for this I got to pay expidia a 15 dollar charge. will not stay there again and will be reluctant to use expedia again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and no issues. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ginelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, pretty rooms. Reasonable rates.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Jackson

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the check in at the pub was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lance

The rooms were clean, the industrial look and feel was really cool, i did not expect it from how the out side looked.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay over the weekend. The staff went above and beyond to make our “staycation” just what we were looking for. Simple, comfortable, homey hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Whistler

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Quiet. Very nice Desk Staff. Everything one could ask. The class of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rudi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Iain

Travelled with group
Great that they could provide secure overnight storage for our bikes - much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Chun-Chao

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love it

Very relaxing comfortable stay with beautiful scenery. The young woman in the bar checked us in and she was very pleasant and efficient. My crab cakes were forgotten on our dinner delivery and she brought them up to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese, Lillooet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute and worth the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the water. Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice old building with renovated rooms. Nice bar with patio and private dock to sit on and tube from.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was fantastic! We have been coming each year and will come again! Thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved how clean and beautiful the rooms were. The air conditioning and fan kept the room cool on a very hot day. We did try calling the given phone numbers at one point to reach staff but could not. My husband was able to track someone down in the closed restaurant to answer his questions. We also were startled that the restaurant was closed early as there was no sign on the door from the rooms and the staff member who told us was not clear but we understand that the smoke from the fires caused extenuating circumstances in this situation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly and helpful. Our room was clean, but smelled like someone had previously smoked in the bathroom (not the hotel's fault, but still unfortunate). Lots of restaurants and stores within walking distance, and hotel pub was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jordyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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