Arbutus Grove Motel
1182 Island Hwy E, Parksville, British Columbia V9P 1W3 Canada
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Avg. C$148 /night, 3/18 - 3/19
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#1 of 6 motels in Parksville
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A cozy single story motel conveniently located on the south end of Parksville across from the Heritage Center Mall. All rooms have large flat screen TV's, coffee, microwaves, fridges, high speed internet, very comfortable beds, very quiet, close to the beach, across from restaurant, Serious Coffee, laundry mat. Lots of free parking, room for RV's. We are environmentally responsible with the newest most efficient heating and air conditioning, we also have efficient water usage without compromising the comfort of our guests. We are small dog friendly and have some kitchenettes available. We are maximum comfort and value and know you will be impressed. We receive daily compliments on our motel and work hard to make your stay everything you could want. We have just became wireless so bring your I pads.
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Air conditioning
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Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Iron
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Non-smoking rooms
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1182 Island Hwy E, Parksville, British Columbia V9P 1W3 Canada
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Somewhat walkable
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The wonderful couple running the motel let my son and I check in early for our reservation, and this was much appreciated as the drive from Tofino left me quite worn out as the road conditions were not ideal. The room had a full kitchen and a separate bedroom, with very comfortable beds. Everything was spotlessly clean, including the kitchen with nice appliances. Definitely appreciated how extremely clean the room was and I would certainly return to this motel and recommend it to others.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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I found the couple running the place very unfriendly. First the man says in a disgustingly tone…. The dog can’t be on the bed, then along comes the woman saying the same thing in the same manner a couple minutes later. She didn’t have common courtesy to even look at us … just threw a blanket on the bed as she says dog can’t be on bed. My impression of the 2 don’t seem to like to service to certain ethnic people. I’m old enough to read peoples body language as well as their tone. They need to be told that ALL customers should be treated equally …
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Room Tip: Don’t have your pets on bed
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For all the times I would go to Parksville as a kid,I thought it would be nice to stay in this hotel,but we never did. This past weekend my sister and I had a little getaway From when we drove in, to when we left left just like home. John and Renee are very nice and hospitable. The room smelt so clean and was comfy. It was a 9 min walk from the restaurant in Tigh Na Maria where we ate which was awesome cause we didn't need to cab. The bunnies we saw on the property were lovely. You couldn't even here the traffic on the main road at night or in the day. We will be back and this time I will bring my kids.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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We love staying here - very clean, well maintained, charming little motel close to Rathtrevor Beach, the fabulous Parksville Boardwalk and next door to a new Ricki's restaurant. Arbutus Grove Motel offers exceptional value. We return every year and recommend a stay here if you are heading to or through Parksville.
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Date of stay: June 2020
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This was our second stay at Arbutus Grove Motel. Our car club rented all 10 units for our 2nd annual trip to the Seaside Cruizers Show & Shine. The motel was updated prior to our first visit and is clean, comfortable and quiet-except for the noice we made. There was plenty of room for all our cars with lots of space for visitors. 2 of the units have kitchens and full size fridges, the rest have microwaves and small bar fridges, all were put to good use. There is a nice picnic area and the lawn and gardens are well cared for. The manager Jackie was warm and welcoming. Our check in was quick and easy and as for early check out- we just left the keys in the rooms. We didn't need wireless internet or a swimming pool just a safe place for the cars and pleasant surroundings for all of us. Yes--we are booked at the Arbutus Motel for next year. " The Rogues Car Club"-Victoria, B.C.
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Date of stay: June 2011Trip type: Travelled with friends
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As a traveling salesman I've spent thousands of nights in hotels and motels and when I come across a place like Arbutus Grove Motel in Parksville, I feel the need to stop and write a few words to other travelers. Hotels and motels are businesses - some well run some not. Arbutus is the pace to stay. Not fancy, but inside feels brand new, well maintained, good quality and clean. My room had the most comfortable bed and a kitchen. Parking right at the door. 5 stars.
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Date of stay: November 2012Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Jackie A, Owner at Arbutus Grove Motel
Responded Nov 8, 2012
Thank-you so much for your excellent review of our motel. We are grateful that you took the time to let everyone know about us. We truly value our customers opinions. Thank-you for staying with us and we hope you will make us your motel of choice whenever you are coming to Parksville.
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Its value for the money. Nothing fancy, just a motel that was needed and used for what it is worth. It was clean and we had no troubles checking in or checking out. Looks like they did renovations before. For the price we paid, it was worth the stay, especially when surrounding hotels cost much more.
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Date of stay: August 2010Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Just one night here but managed to get plenty of rest. The rooms were clean and of a good size with two huge beds and a good sized bathroom. As it's a little way out of the main Parksville area it is quiet but you will have to jump in the car to get food in the evening (during the day there is a nice little coffee shop just over the road). The staff were very helpful and could obviously see that we'd had a long day...managing to take care of all the details and allowing us access to the room in minutes. If you're in the area it probably is the best place to stay.
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Date of stay: October 2010Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Stayed here for one night while visiting my Mom in a nursing home. Comfy beds adjustable room temperature,very clean. Manager Gwyn was very friendly and welcoming. Lots of hot water in the morning and a spotless bathroom.
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Date of stay: December 2012Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Jackie A, Owner at Arbutus Grove Motel
Responded Dec 18, 2012
Thank-you for staying with us and taking the time to write your excellent review of our motel. Our goal is to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible while giving you great value. We are looking forward to having you stay with us again the next time you are in Parksville.
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This is a very good value for the traveller being dollar wise. There was three adults in our party and we had acquired a room which had a double bed and queen bed. The beds were very comfortable. The room was nice and clean with everything being very current and recently updated. The owners were very helpful when we needed to try and find somewhere to get a decent meal for dinner. We had some concerns about the noise that may hear from the road being so close to the motel but were pleased when it was not a concern to worry about. It was a great place to be able to stay and we could have our small dog with us without this being a problem. We would go and stay again and we know it would be comfortable and very affordable. I highly recommend this motel and its owners to any travellers wanting comfort, affordable and clean rooms. What you see in the pictures on their website is what is at the motel, not like some of the older motels were the pictures are about 10 yrs out of date.
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Date of stay: October 2012Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Jackie A, Owner at Arbutus Grove Motel
Responded Oct 13, 2012
Thank-you so much for your positive review. We love hearing from you and enjoy making your stay as pleasant as possible. We hope to see you again soon.
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Hi There,
This program won't let me put in an e-mail address so please call the motel.
Phone is 250-248-6422
Toll-free 1-888-667-7250
Thanks-you
Jackie
"They give you breakfast vouchers for Ricky’s all day grill which is right next door - limited selection menu but still great breakfast"Read full review
"This is an old-fashioned strip motel. All the rooms face the main road but it is quiet at night so location was not an issue."Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
C$136 - C$161 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
arbutus grove hotel
LOCATION
CanadaBritish ColumbiaVancouver IslandParksville
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arbutus Grove Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Arbutus Grove Motel?
Nearby attractions include North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre (7.0 km), Parksville Community Park and Skate Park (3.5 km), and Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park (1.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Arbutus Grove Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and reduced mobility rooms.
Which room amenities are available at Arbutus Grove Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What are some restaurants close to Arbutus Grove Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Salt PIZZERIA, Chameleons, and Mekong River.
Are pets allowed at Arbutus Grove Motel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Arbutus Grove Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Milner Gardens & Woodland (12.1 km).
Is Arbutus Grove Motel accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.