Daniela Puyos 
If you are planning a trip to the Southern Gulf Islands and looking for accommodation on Galiano Island, you came to the right place!
I’ve been looking for the best Galiano Island hotels and compared all the options, so you can have an amazing time surrounded by stunning natural beauty.
This article is arranged starting with the most luxurious accommodations. At the end of the article, you can find a bonus with the best Galiano Island cabins and houses!
Hotels and cabins in the area are limited, so if you want to stay in Galiano Island and are looking for travel tips, here is one for you: book in advance to secure the room of your dreams and get good deals!
Let’s dive in!
Contents
- If you are in a hurry
- 1. Bodega Ridge & Cabins – unwind in a forest retreat
- 2. Sands of Morning Beach – a cozy B&B
- 3. Serenity By The Sea – for a rustic stay
- 4. Galiano Oceanfront Inn & Spa – for beautiful views
- 5. Woodstone Manor – rooms with private outdoor jacuzzis
- 6. Driftwood Village Resort – close to beaches
- 7. Sticks and Stones Cottage – best for small groups
- 8. Cliff Pagoda B&B – a nature-lovers retreat
- BONUS: Best Galiano Island cabins and houses
- FAQs about accommodation on Galiano Island
If you are in a hurry
If you need to book your hotel room fast but don’t have a lot of time to read the whole article, here you have the 3 best accommodations on Galiano Island:
- Best 5-star luxury hotel – Bodega Ridge & Cabins
- Top hotel with a view – Woodstone Manor
- Best hotel for a honeymoon – Galiano Oceanfront Inn
1. Bodega Ridge & Cabins – unwind in a forest retreat
Stay at a cozy waterfront cabin with stunning views near popular hiking trails! This property is in a great location, with the waterfront just steps away, Bodega Ridge Provincial Park within 30 mins walk, and Retreat Cove Caves a 10-minute drive away. The cabins offer deluxe furniture and style, ideal for those looking for a luxurious stay.
The cabins come with a wood-burning fireplace and beautiful views and offer the ideal setting to find solitude in a private vacation rental nestled in the forest. The cabins can host from 2 to 6 guests. I recommend the one-bedroom villa for those planning a romantic getaway in Galiano Island, BC.
2. Sands of Morning Beach – a cozy B&B
Enjoy the island charm at a locally-owned bed and breakfast! This cute property is located in Morning Beach. Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park and Sturdies Bay Ferry Terminal (connecting you to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal) are only a 10-minute drive away. And if you want to adventure to neighboring Islands, Mayne Island is less than an hour away!
The location is Ideal for seeing marine life and wildlife in their natural habitat; for example, you can spot some beautiful bald eagles. Fancy choosing a spot with kayak rentals? You can do that here, as well as revel in waterfront views of the Salish Sea! The rooms have a cute and homey style and are pet-friendly; you need to check with the bed and breakfast for fees.
3. Serenity By The Sea – for a rustic stay
Experience rustic charm in log cabins and unwind in a luxury resort with spa and wellness facilities. Stay in this property and experience the allure of cliffside cottages, and indulge in a waterfront escape with spectacular ocean views. This boutique hotel is in an excellent location just steps away from Ballingall Islets Park, by the beachfront, where you can enjoy a spot with private beach access.
Delight in this Galiano Island accommodation with private decks and wake up to the sounds of nature in woodland hideaways. Their property offers family suites for 4 guests and suites for 2 travelers.
Vancouver is only a short ferry ride away from Galiano Island; if you want to discover and stay in the city, here you have our Vancouver area guide with accommodations.
4. Galiano Oceanfront Inn & Spa – for beautiful views
This Galiano Inn is located minutes away from Sturdies Bay Ferry Terminal and 10 minutes away from Whaler Bay Deck by foot. This Inn offers the chance to stay close to vibrant art galleries and relax in places with stunning mountain vistas, as well as benefit from the gourmet local dining offered by the 2 onsite restaurants.
This property comes with the relaxing Madrona del Mar Spa, where you can indulge in beauty and body treatments. If you like nature, this hotel is great for those looking for outdoor fire pits! If you are traveling with your family, the 1 bedroom villas come with space for 4 guests, and some of them are pet-friendly rooms!
5. Woodstone Manor – rooms with private outdoor jacuzzis
Talking about opting for places with lush garden surroundings! Wow! This property is beyond stunning; it has an old Victorian and classic vibe that will make you feel like you are in a movie! Wake up in the morning and enjoy the complimentary breakfast with lovely wilderness views. There is also a great onsite restaurant available, and pets are admitted to the hotel.
All the rooms come with a unique style that will make you feel like royalty. Most rooms in this property come with a fireplace and select rooms come with a private balcony or private patio, where you can admire the views with a drink or spend the afternoon playing board games! I suggest a room with a private patio and outdoor jacuzzi to enhance the stay.
Psst – don’t forget to book your travel insurance for peace of mind during your stay!
6. Driftwood Village Resort – close to beaches
What an incredible resort surrounded by stunning nature and with many parks and beaches just steps away from the property. For example, you have Bellhouse Park and Scorpion Beach, only a 20-minute walk away! One of the best things about this property is that you can see wildlife just steps away from your door; you might even get some deer visitors!
There are many different types of rooms in this resort; for example, you can stay in 1 or 2-bedroom cottages or choose suites and studios with a rustic feel. Whether you are traveling with your partner, family, or friends, the resort offers what you need for a wholesome stay.
7. Sticks and Stones Cottage – best for small groups
Stay in a cottage all for yourself and your fellow travelers! This cute cottage is perfect for families or groups of friends since it can host up to 4 guests and comes with a double bed and a sofa bed. The property has a lovely decor that will make you feel right at home, surrounded by beautiful woods and stunning nature, where you can admire marine and wildlife!
Staying in this cottage, you will feel like you are staying in a secluded paradise oasis, and one of the cool things about this property is that it is pet-friendly! So you can sunbathe and go on nature walks with your furry friend!
8. Cliff Pagoda B&B – a nature-lovers retreat
Wow! This bed and breakfast looks like the perfect place to leave modern life behind and indulge in a whole retreat in an artsy environment. The property is located near Montague Harbour, only a 10-minute walk away, surrounded by forest, and the ocean is minutes away.
Accommodations in this property offer guests the chance to relax in a private sauna and jacuzzi, as well as use the shared barbecue area for preparing nice meals. If you want, you can ask the property owner to cater meals for you. If you have pets, you can bring them with you!
| 🛎️ Best luxury hotel: | Bodega Ridge & Cabins |
| 👩❤👨 Best honeymoon hotel: | Galiano Oceanfront Inn |
| 🌊 Top hotel with a view | Woodstone Manor |
| 🏖️ Hotel with private beach | Serenity by the Sea |
BONUS: Best Galiano Island cabins and houses
Besides giving you 8 stunning hotels and bed and breakfast, I want to give you some more options to choose from.
These Galiano Island vacation rentals cost from US$150 to US$300 per night.
1. Waterfront Escape on Galiano Island, BC
Located only a 2-minute car drive away from Bodega Ridge Provincial Park on a secluded cliff, this stunning home comes with a modern cabin style and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the sea and neighboring islands. Imagine going on forest walks and arriving at the cabin, making tea with the herbs found in nature, and relaxing by the fireplace with your loved ones! So dreamy!
2. InTheBluff – Galiano’s Oceanside Log House
Oh, la la! How stunning is this property?! Located only a 2-minute drive from Bluffs Park, this property can host 4 guests and has 2 bedrooms, 1 WC, and another full bathroom. One of the nicest things about this classic log cabin is the beautiful deck balcony where you can relax while admiring the scenic landscape and the outdoor hot tub which shares this lovely view.
3. Family Friendly Rancher On Sunny Acreage
This property is the perfect place to have a homey and cozy vacation on Galiano Island. It is located a 10-minute drive away from Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park and comes with a huge garden with a barbecue area and a deck on a lagoon, where you can rest on a sunny day while you drink something fresh and read. The property can host up to 8 guests!
4. Cottage by the Lake!
This Sturdies Bay property looks like a dream, the ideal place for a romantic getaway. The cottage’s style and decor look spotless; everything is absolutely perfect. The property comes with a terrace with furniture where you can sip drinks with your bae while you watch the day go by with movie-like ocean views!
5. Ocean view, Galiano Island retreat, plus more
This accommodation looks like you are staying in someone’s special and unique home! The location is amazing near the bay, and Galiano Golf Course is less than a 10-minute car drive away. The property features beautiful views and can host 5 guests with its 2 bedrooms and bathroom.
6. Serendipity by the sea
This property is simple and beautiful, it comes with everything you need for a wholesome retreat on Galiano Island. Sturdies Bay Ferry Terminal is a 10-minute walk away, which is super convenient. This home is the perfect place to relax with stunning beach access and view and the perfect time to see wild and marine life in action! The property can host 2 guests.
FAQs about accommodation on Galiano Island
🐶 Are there any pet-friendly accommodations on Galiano Island?
Yes! The best pet-friendly accommodations on Galiano Island are Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Woodstone Manor.
🛁 Which Galiano Island accommodation comes with a hot tub?
Woodstone Manor and Serenity by the Sea are both excellent options for those looking for the ultimate hot tub experience!
🏝️ How do you get to Galiano Island?
BC Ferries will take you to Galiano Island. If you depart from Delta, your ferry will leave from Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal. If you depart from Vancouver Island, you must take your ferry at Victoria, Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal.
🏊 Can you swim on Galiano Island?
Yes! There are plenty of opportunities to swim on Galiano Island, so make sure to stay close to the beach for easy access!
Conclusion
That is all for today, cool travelers! Those were the best options for accommodation on Galiano Island. I am sure you have already chosen the hotel of your dreams to stay in when you are visiting Galiano Island.
Honestly, the accommodations in this article are the best hotels and cabins in Galiano Island, so I would love to stay in any of them, but if I had to choose, these are my top 2 favorites:
- Bodega Ridge & Cabins – Bodega Cove is simply stunning and looks like a movie set for a romantic vacation.
- Woodstone Manor – I just love the old Victorian vibe it has, plus the free breakfast looks amazing!
Which of the hotels in the stunning Galiano Island is your favorite? Let me know in the comments, and right away, go and book the hotel room of your dreams before someone else does!
Until the next one,
Daniela
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