Shawnigan Lake
Travel Guide




Visit Shawnigan Lake

Fairmont Empress
The hotel was great
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Breakfast was fresh,plentiful and on time. Staff amazing and the calming music in the background was soothing.. Rooms were clean,content with our stay.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Red Lion Inn and Suites
I would like to have known that the elevator was out of order so I could have gotten another room with no stairs or change hotels with no charge as my mom has an extremely hard time with stairs. The sink didnt have a tea towel, the pool was very cold not heated as usual, the kitchen cabinet was in ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Room and appliances were very clean with a decent view of mountains in the distance (preferred view room). Elevator and parking are secure which was very reassuring. Just far enough away from main downtown so it is not noisy or crowded, but everything is still within a 20-minute walk radius - the ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort
SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort was absolutely incredible. The views alone are worth the trip; rugged coastline, endless ocean, and some of the most peaceful scenery we’ve experienced. Watching the waves crash against the rocks from the balcony felt unreal, especially at sunset. The cottage itself ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Mariner's Loft
Would stay here again 100%
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit

Kinsol Trestle
Find out about the history of Shawnigan Lake with a stop at Kinsol Trestle. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Old Mill Park
After visiting Old Mill Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shawnigan Lake. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park
You can take time to visit West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.
Stebbings Road Community Forest
You can take time to visit Stebbings Road Community Forest during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Sooke Lake Road Community Forest
You can take time to visit Sooke Lake Road Community Forest during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Old Baldy Mountain Park
After visiting Old Baldy Mountain Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shawnigan Lake. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Things to do

Experience Victoria and Butchart Gardens Premium Tour

Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission

Half-Day Victoria to Cowichan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings

Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie

Victoria City and Butchart Gardens Private Tour




