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.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Front desk safe
Corner/local shop
ATM/banking services
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (6)
Rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
The current price is €169
€169
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Room options
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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View
Highlights
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
River view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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Lake Cowichan Municipal Office - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Kaatza Station Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Cowichan River Provincial Park - 17 min drive - 11.3 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
Tim Hortons - 4 min walk
A&W Restaurant - 11 min walk
J & V's Burgers & Pizza - 11 min walk
Subway - 9 min walk
Ed's Coffeehouse - 7 min walk
About this property
Riverside Inn
Riverside Inn is a great choice for a stay in Lake Cowichan. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
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 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age – 19
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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 cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Local/corner shop
What to do
Pool table
Winery tours nearby
Working away
Conference space
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CAD 15.0 per night
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
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 that you 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 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Riverside Inn and nearby?
Riverside Inn has a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Riverside Inn?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
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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Riverside Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Service staff
River
Pub
Location
Bed
Restaurant
Bathroom
Towns
Kitchen
What guests liked
Breakfast options were excellent and staff were friendly and welcoming. (4 reviews)
The property offers secure parking, including parking for bicycles and convenient parking options. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
23 Mar 2025
Great peacful stay
Lovely stay!
housekeeping notes : last customers coffee grounds and coffee still in the pot and a stack of used dirty dishes in the cupboard. There is a sign that says to wash your dishes Upon leaving or you get charged $25 but no soap provided to do so.
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
Wished cafe was open
Lisa
Lisa, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Nov 2024
Nicely refurbished rooms, with comfortable beds and modern bathrooms.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Feb 2025
Great!!!
Sirens through the night with no explanation. We weren’t sure if we should leave ..
other than that a wonderful place.
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jul 2024
Great location - room was good, cafe and pub were excellent.
Shelley
Shelley, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Jan 2025
The room had an awful smell at first but i think it was the bar kitchen. Once the bar closed, it was excellent.
Karen
Karen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2024
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
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jun 2024
Great hotel, pub and restaurant attached and cafe for breakfast.
Staff was really great and room was brill.
Would really recommend this place.
MARK
MARK, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
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
Oliver, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Aug 2024
The front desk staff were friendly and efficient.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Sept 2024
Room was good and clean,
Beds and pillows lovely.
Best of all the friendly service, clear, helpful, no attitude, just wonderful.
Good "country style hotel"
Jay
Jay, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jul 2024
It was a nice trip
Louise
Louise, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Aug 2024
This property offers easy access to the river.
Janice
Janice, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jun 2024
This is an hotel but well taken care of for its age. It was very clean and the staff were great.
Susan
Susan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Apr 2024
Good bar and pool facilities
Owen
Owen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Jul 2024
Lake Cowichan is the friendliest place we've ever traveled too! The Hotel is right in the middle of town! Easy access to everything! Our room was small but renovated and clean!
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Aug 2024
good location but small washroom.
good location, convenience,mattress too soft, washroom a bit small and water flow slow in bathing.
Chun Shing
Chun Shing, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2024
Staff at reception are always extremely friendly and welcoming. My room with a deck overlooking the river was really lovely and very comfortable.
Erica
Erica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Apr 2023
A great place to stay right downtown at Cowichan Lake.
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Jul 2023
Great place will be back
Krystal
Krystal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Mar 2024
Clean with good food and awesome pub
Great place to stay in lake Cowichan
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Nov 2022
Nicely redone older hotel nice pub and good food
Brian
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sept 2023
Great staff - very welcome and looked after us
Thank you!
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2023
Extremely convenient stay for our annual tubing trip, complete with their own dock and restaurant to feed us hungry bears after!