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The Tide's Inn

3.0 star property
Sandy fun near Paradise Fun Park and Parksville Beach

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Situated near a miniature golf course, this charming building features a turret and wrap-around porch amidst lush greenery and flowering plants.
Walk along the boardwalk to the beach, where you can enjoy a variety of activities.
Enjoy dining or socializing around the central round table, or relax in the shaded area with a barbecue grill nearby.
Two beds with white linens and teal accent pillows sit in a room with a desk, computer, and flat-screen TV.
Relax in our stylish lobby, featuring a comfortable sofa, a potted plant, and a mounted TV.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NT$3,691
NT$4,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Relax in a stylish room with a comfortable bed, desk, and sofa, perfect for working or unwinding.

1 King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, a comfortable armchair, and a convenient nightstand.

1 Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two plush beds with wooden headboards and crisp white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp and telephone, and a stylish accent wall.

2 Queen Room with a Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
411 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC, V9P 1A1

What's nearby

  • Paradise Fun Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Parksville Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Parksville Community Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Trees Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Salt Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Tide's Inn

Motel located near Paradise Fun Park with rooms renovated in 2023
Located close to Parksville Beach and Little Qualicum Cheeseworks, The Tide's Inn provides a firepit, mini golf, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy beach volleyball at this motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • An off-leash area, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Outdoor furniture, a billiards/pool table, and bicycle tour information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Tide's Inn feature perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Filipino

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Purebread Bakery + Coffee

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated guestrooms - September 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Coast Parksville Hotel, 374 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC, V9P 1K8]
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 21 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 21 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 329

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Paradise Sea Shell Motel Parksville
Paradise Sea Shell Motel
Paradise Sea Shell Parksville
Paradise Sea Shell
The Tide's Inn Motel
Paradise Sea Shell Motel
The Tide's Inn Parksville
The Tide's Inn Motel Parksville

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tide's Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 21 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tide's Inn?

As of 2025/8/8, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tide's Inn on 2025/9/7 start from NT$3,691, 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.

How much is parking at The Tide's Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Tide's Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Tide's Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Tide's Inn located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Parksville motel is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Paradise Fun Park and Parksville Beach. Little Qualicum Cheeseworks and Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Tide's Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 559 out of 886 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 886 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 886 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 886 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 886 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely check in staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, room exeptional and close to all the attractions. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed this outdoor patio bbq area Clean, quiet Comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly and entire property was well kept!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable. The patio area was beautiful and inviting. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Super clean. Good dining options, mini golf and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location steps to beautiful beach on the ocean reasonable priced clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super kind of helpful. We really enjoyed our stay mostly because of the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unlimited mini golf, super staff, walk right on the beach, very convenient location in Parksville.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

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

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff where really friendly and the place is very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place with old time motel feel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Excellent looking cation to sea walk and beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience yet again staying at this property in Parksville.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to come. Mini golf is a real bonus. We'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent with everything you need. easy check in/out. and took advantage of the free round of mini golf Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Upgrade to larger room was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2 min walk to the beach. Wonderful staff and comfortable beds and room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was lovely and great to our children. Our room was tidy, bright and spacious. Perfect location with beautiful views and a lot of entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhiren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very good / neat and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baharak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Solid accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to everything. Could use an additional mirror in the room and curtains that don’t cover the AC. Would be nice if rooms were equipped with an iron and iron board.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025