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Riverside Inn

2.5 star property
Riverfront inn with 2 restaurants, near Central Park

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Riverside Inn, near Central Park, offers a charming retreat with a grocery/convenience store and coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the bar or on the terrace and enjoy billiards/pool table while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $113
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, wooden cabinets, and a view of a lake through the sliding glass door.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with two beds, wooden paneling on the walls, and artwork depicting nature scenes.

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture of a lake scene.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture of a lake scene.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

A cabin-style room with two beds, wooden walls, a painting of a boat, and a ceiling light.

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, kitchenette, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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Property grounds
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages
Lake Cowichan
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 74 reviews
The price is $118
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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About the neighborhood

Map
56 North Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, v0r2g0

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

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 32 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 46 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 58 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 73 min drive
  • Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 30.6 miles/49.3 km

Restaurants

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

About this property

Riverside Inn

  • When you stay at Riverside Inn, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Central Park and Kaatza Station Museum. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the 2 restaurants are nice spots to grab a bite to eat. Also, this inn is just a 5-minute drive from Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–noon
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1885
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle parking

Accessibility

  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Riverside Pub - This pub serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Serious Coffee Plus - This family restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 17.99 to 25.99 for adults, and CAD 11.99 to 11.99 for children

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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

Does Riverside Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Riverside Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Riverside Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Riverside Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverside Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Riverside Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and swimming. Riverside Inn also has a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Riverside Inn?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Riverside Inn like?

Riverside Inn is located by the river, a short 8-minute walk from Central Park and 8 minutes' walk from Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch.

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Reviews

Riverside Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Excellent breakfast options were available with a variety of choices. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, clean room.
Sentoso, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room with King size bed was great, other than being located above the bar/pub. We could hear and feel the bass sounds from the music. Luckily we were tired enough and the music did not go on long into the night. I would not recommend this room during the busy summer nights.
Marie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

If you’re planing to fish for brown trout in the Cowichan River, the Inn is a fantastic place to stay. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served in the pub and cafe, pool tables to converse with the locals, and great pillows and bedding. I was truly impressed. The staff were all very friendly and helpful.
Pietro, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good place to lay your head for a night. Clean rooms though some stains on carpet and holes in bedding
Emily, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and no issues. Good location.
Jeff, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean quiet room
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Bianca, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was great for the two of us - close to everything, clean and the bed was comfy. Would stay again!
Amee, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location - room was good, cafe and pub were excellent.
Shelley, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and renovated, nice views
Derrick, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, pub and restaurant attached and cafe for breakfast. Staff was really great and room was brill. Would really recommend this place.
MARK, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Heather, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff - very welcome and looked after us Thank you!
Roger, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good bar and pool facilities
Owen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant stay. Room was small but very clean, comfortable and quiet. They have done a great job of renovating these rooms in an old building! Nice bedding and comfortable bed. High quality toiletries. We would definitely stay here again.
Heather J., 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is an hotel but well taken care of for its age. It was very clean and the staff were great.
Susan, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk staff were friendly and efficient.
Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff in hotel, cafe and coffee shop were polite and very friendly. The property was very comfortable and easily accessible. We can’t wait until we can make it back
Neal, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Lady at the front Desk was very nice and welcoming. It was a beautiful area the location of the property on the river was amazing.
Oliver, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean with good food and awesome pub

Great place to stay in lake Cowichan
Cindy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The check-in after reception hours in the bar was great, the server was so lovely, and helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable, overall it was a really great stay!!
Pam, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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.
Shawn, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Had an amazing one night stay, our room was warm, comfortable and everything we required was available. Enjoyed a wonderful meal in the pub next door, served by a very polite and helpful young man. Would certainly recommend this inn and definitely stay again if we were in this area again.
John, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This property offers easy access to the river.
Janice, 2-night trip