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      Ocean Sands Resort

      499 Reviews
      #1 of 13 Hotels in Parksville
      1165 Resort Dr, Parksville, British Columbia V9P 2E2, Canada
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      Overview
      4.5
      499 reviews
      • Excellent66%
      • Very good28%
      • Average4%
      • Poor1%
      • Terrible1%
      Travellers talk about
      “pool view” (8 reviews)
      “the managers” (20 reviews)
      “beach toys” (13 reviews)
      Free Wifi
      Free Parking
      Beachfront
      Pool
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      Kitchenette
      Spa
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      Self-Serve Laundry
      Private Balcony
      3.0 Star Hotel
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      1 - 5 of 493 reviews

      Reviewed 3 days ago
      Beautifully maintained 1 bedroom suite right on ocean

      We had asked for a 1 bedroom ocean front suite and this is what we got! It is exceptionally clean, well decorated with a full panel of windows that look out onto the ocean! We can see the come and go of the tides. It...More

      Thank Simonne D
      Reviewed 5 days ago
      Always peaceful

      We always enjoy the friendly staff and the quiet of walking out on the sand bar. The condo has all the amenities of home and the resort is close to town for shopping. This was our 3rd year and hope to repeat again next year....More

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      Thank lauraoH9731PA
      Reviewed 5 days ago
      Short visit

      The property and the room was meticulously clean and well organized. The most valuable part were quiet nights and beautiful sun or or moon shining in our balcony and in the dining room. It's a small retreat hideaway we like to repeat in the future....More

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      Thank aaste5
      Reviewed 5 days ago
      Perfect family getaway!

      We stayed here near the beginning of September. Our little family of 3 needed a bit of an escape and this resort exceeded our expectations. Everything was very clean, our room was quite updated, staff was absolutely wonderful and very helpful. We loved getting to...More

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      Thank fayem48
      Reviewed 1 week ago
      Our new found vacation spot!

      My family and I took a chance in booking here, having never seen this resort and did we ever hit the jackpot! Such a beautiful spot. The resort itself is very peaceful with stunning views, a beautiful pool/ hot tub, a nice playground for the...More

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      About
      Awards & Recognition
      Travellers' Choice2017 Winner
      Certificate of Excellence
      Amenities
      • Top amenities
      • Pool
      • Free Parking
      • Beachfront
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
      • Spa
      • Hotel Amenities
      • Free Parking
      • Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
      • Self-Serve Laundry
      • Laundry Service
      • Room amenities
      • Microwave
      • Refrigerator in room
      • Things to do
      • Pool
      • Hot Tub
      • Heated pool
      • Outdoor pool
      • Spa
      Details
      • Price range
      • US$139 - US$179 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
      • Hotel class
      • Hotel Style
      • #1 Spa Hotel in Parksville
      • #1 On the Beach Hotel in Parksville
      • #1 Top resorts Hotel in Parksville
      • Room types
      • Kitchenette ,
      • Suites ,
      • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
      • Family Rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 24
      • Reservation Options
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      • Location
      • Canada >
      • British Columbia >
      • Vancouver Island >
      • Parksville
      • Also Known As
      • Ocean Sands Hotel Parksville ,
      • Ocean Sands Resort Parksville, Vancouver Island
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      Fariba K
      21 February 2017|
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      Response from Martina C | Reviewed this property |
      You should be able to depending on availability. We were on the main floor in a 2 bed facing the pool. No one was above us so we heard nothing.
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      Eunice K
      5 October 2016|
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      Response from Jimmy K | Reviewed this property |
      We saw many live clams partially protruding from the sand.
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      4 April 2016|
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      Response from deganwy | Reviewed this property |
      no grocery stores within walking distance. No shuttle that we know of. Ocean sands is approx 20 min drive from ferry terminal. As ex Brits, we had no difficulty with the driving on the other side of the road. you might want... More
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      "Ask for an ocean front apartment on the second or third floor as they provide even better views."
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      "We stayed in #25 and had a very good view of the water and close to the pool and hot tub."
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      "The oceanfront units have spectacular views of the ocean and the tides as well as the colourful sunrise."
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      "Get a floor level suite if you have kids. There is a nice bbq patio and grass in front of most units."
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