Arbutus Grove Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near Parksville Beach in Parksville

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave
Lobby
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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1182 Island Hwy E, Parksville, BC, V9P 1W3
  • Place, Parksville Visitor Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Rathtrevor Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Parksville

In Parksville .Your stay at this Parksville motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara and Parksville Visitor Centre. Craig Heritage Park and Museum and Rathtrevor Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Parksville Visitor Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Room @ Tigh-Na-Mara - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Floresta - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Arbutus Grove Motel

Motel near Parksville Beach in Parksville
There's a restaurant on site. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Parksville motel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Arbutus Grove Motel offers 10 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs.

This Parksville motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: CAD 10 to 17 for adults and CAD 6.99 to 9.99 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 40 per night.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 17 for adults, and CAD 6.99 to 9.99 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 40 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Arbutus Grove Motel to the airport?

Arbutus Grove Motel is 19.7 mi (28-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Arbutus Grove Motel?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arbutus Grove Motel on Jun 30, 2026 start from CA $139, 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 Arbutus Grove Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Arbutus Grove Motel.

How close is Arbutus Grove Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 9-minute walk from Rathtrevor Beach and 2.8 mi (7-min drive) from Parksville Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Arbutus Grove Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Arbutus Grove Motel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 10 and 17 for adults, CAD 6.99 and 9.99 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Arbutus Grove Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Arbutus Grove Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Arbutus Grove Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Arbutus Grove Motel have a pool?

Arbutus Grove Motel does not have a pool.

Does Arbutus Grove Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Arbutus Grove Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Arbutus Grove Motel to downtown Parksville?

Arbutus Grove Motel is 2.4 mi away from Parksville.

Arbutus Grove Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 216 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed here multiple times. Rooms are on ground level, clean and quiet, secure and easy parking, very friendly, accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good reception and clean facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

melanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, good WiFi, quiet and convenient. And affordable!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glen T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel! Exceptionally clean with easy check in and great suggestions from Ryan at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerhard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful well maintained clean motel. We enjoyed our two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing smell really good and clean host was great let us book in earlier then the check in time
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pradeep Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay and excellent service …
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Payal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was nice stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Good location and very happy with the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Great motel and friendly reception . Clean, nice room. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again.clean,comfortable and surprisingly quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Aurelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front staff was very pleasant and check in was easy. Rooms are clean and well furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff , clean room and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. East access to the restaurant next door that also offers room service.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was clean and easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and rooms were very well cared for. Comfortable bed, spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

peter

Room was very clean. Staff nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024