THE 10 BEST Vancouver Island Marinas (Updated 2024) - Tripadvisor
Marinas in Vancouver Island

THE 10 BEST Vancouver Island Marinas

Marinas in Vancouver Island

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  • patriciae648
    Vancouver Island, Canada239 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    @ Oswego Hotel overnight to walk to Ogden Point Terminal to meet up with our friends on the ship. Well laid out, signs and helpful staff made it easy to find one another for a visit in Victoria. It’s a stunning view and easy access for all!
    Written April 5, 2024
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  • Lone H
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You must visit Telegraph Cove - this is a unique place.
    Fantastic atmosphere - nice people and staff.
    Fantastic restaurant Killer Whale Restaurant and staff in frondesk.
    You will always come back -
    Written August 26, 2023
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  • Usia2014
    Calgary, Canada1,885 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The views around the Oak Bay Marina are lovely. Lots of boats of course and opulent homes. We stopped here to admire the scenery and have a bite to eat.
    Written May 10, 2023
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  • Cinobrat
    Vancouver, BC8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I bought a ticket for the tall ship cruise departing from Mill Bay as a birthday present for my husband. The wives of his friends also thought it was a great idea and bought a ticket for their husbands - birthday and anniversary gifts. They came back absolutely delighted with tour. I was pleasantly surprised to hear how interactive the cruise was. They were able to be at the helm and hoist the sails. Of course, you don’t have to. They are looking forward to doing this again. Fantastic crew! Highly recommend it!
    Written August 13, 2023
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  • Katelyn2727
    Kamloops, Canada242 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A nice spot for q walk and there's a lovely sandy beach to explore. There is also a seafood store and a pub on-site. You need to pay to park unless you eat at the pub.
    Written July 26, 2023
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  • Rockiroads
    Oshawa, Canada1,271 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were dropped off by our water taxi (sort of) at this Marina. They had customs come down to meet us. Very clean place. Very organized. I have to tell you something weird, definitely one of the nicest bathrooms of any where especially in a Marina. It was like a spa! Glass, walls, greenish tile, marble, spa music. Holy Crap!! A rough ride over from San Juan Islands during the tide but, a great stop to get back to Victoria area.
    Written September 11, 2023
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  • PattiS1979
    Cold Lake, Canada110 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We love to walk the docks here, or take the trail that leads to transfer park, see the bear carved in the rocks, or find the star carved in rock as well.
    Written December 29, 2020
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  • Casey L
    Nanaimo, Canada118 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    SCENIC drive to Maple & Genoa Bay! If you're looking for a scenic drive through amazing west coast forest and farmland, the 15 km drive to Maple and then Genoa Bay is well worth it. Both have restaurants (I think only one in each area) and a few spots to also sit and enjoy a picnic/bevvy if outside if you're so inclined. A cute furry ferret (? at least I think it was one) walked along the rocks in front of me in Maple Bay-no fear of humans but so cute). As you can see from the pics, Maple Bay also has a float home community (w/ a few for sale). The inlet's pretty big so would be great for novice canoers or kayakers (very sheltered yet big inlet)
    Written February 27, 2022
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  • MarkD
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great spot for transient mooring. Water, power and nearby restaurants and shops, excellent for a stopover.
    Written March 5, 2023
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  • tony l
    Vancouver, Canada3,711 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not a big harbor like Victoria , but very quiet , clean , peaceful to stroll along special early morning , spectacular Sunset , locals so friendly , every one smile on their face ! I am coming back with one of my girlfriend in the summer for sure .
    Written May 26, 2022
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  • tony l
    Vancouver, Canada3,711 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very knowledgeable and happy staff , feel to stay in town for more days ! I love foods , they really know their local restaurants and Bars ! very professional . dedicated to the tourism visitors !
    Written May 26, 2022
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  • Rick G
    Victoria, Canada56 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    First time at the marina trying to locate a fish charter and I was lost but went into the office and was met with great pleasantries and a very helpful front end staff member! Very early so didn't expect much talk let alone not being somewhat grumpy but I was dead wrong as the person was so helpful, the place was nice and clean as well the neighborhood was so beautiful once the darkness went away. Also this was much closer than I thought I had to travel (to Sooke) so much preferred with all things included to stop here and in fact loved it so much going back again real soon!
    Written September 27, 2018
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  • kayakerjo
    Victoria, Canada73 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Due to the fencing that closed the adjacent campground, the boat ramp is a little hard to use. The floats are getting a little worn but still work well.
    Written November 14, 2016
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  • chickandbeast
    Southgate, Canada8,553 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Klehkoot Marina Sproat Lake Port Alberni scenic British Columbia is a pretty backdrop to people boat watch and picnic. Sproat Lake is very picturesque.
    Written September 4, 2018
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