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Ocean Crest Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A coastal sunset with a silhouette of a person and a dog on the beach.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a kitchenette.
A sign for Ocean Crest Motel with a wooden signpost and potted plants.
A sunset over a calm body of water with a distant shoreline and trees.
A modern bathroom with a built-in sink, a mirror, and a shower area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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3292 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC, V9K2C6
  • Place, Qualicum Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Qualicum Beach Community Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Qualicum Beach Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a kitchenette.

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, chairs, and two lamps.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Basic Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, desk, and a mirror.

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Business Room, 1 Double Bed, Partial Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Qualicum Beach

At Ocean Crest Motel you'll be within steps of Qualicum Beach and Saahtlam Park. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find free newspapers in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Qualicum Beach motel you'll find Parksville Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Qualicum Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Saahtlam Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaside Nature Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Qualicum Beach Community Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Qualicum Beach Museum - 3 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Creekmore's Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Café 356 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Qualicum Beach Café at the Qualicum Beach Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salt Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Courtyard Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Ocean Crest Motel

As a guest of Ocean Crest Motel, you'll find a terrace, a picnic area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Qualicum Beach motel.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ocean Crest Motel offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Ocean Crest Motel.

Property is also known as

Ocean Crest Motel Qualicum Beach
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ocean Crest Motel?

Ocean Crest Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Ocean Crest Motel?

Yep, Ocean Crest Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ocean Crest Motel?

Yep, Ocean Crest Motel is a short 1-minute walk from Qualicum Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean Crest Motel?

No, Ocean Crest Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean Crest Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ocean Crest Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ocean Crest Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 670 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 670 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 670 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 670 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 670 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay loved the place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean economical place to stay. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price and very clean, owner very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are super friendly and lots of help
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was recently updated, so very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room for our one night stay along the way with our travels. Close to Deez restaurant (excellent food) and close to the beach (for a nice evening walk).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. They’re working on the outer area and you can tell that the inside has been redone. Would definitely recommend it. Great place to stay for not a lot of dollars.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean rooms
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Very Comfortable! Lovely location and fantastic room, fully appointed, very clean! Incredibly comfortable beds! Wonderful staff !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but needed some new flooring. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Lots of parking on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our second time staying here, cozy rooms with I swear the comfiest pillows I’ve ever laid my head on. Staff is very friendly! Loved the walk to the waterfront and great spots to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property provides great value for the price. The staff are always friendly and helpful. I have stayed there on several occasions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and peaceful. 2 minute walk to the ocean. Helpful front desk staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room Friendly staff Nice bed, nice little kitchenette. Right across road from beach
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great / and easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and very comfortable. Really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Was ok for one night
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was lovely the beds very comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpfull.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place…would stay there again…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and good value for money. Good location too, 5 mins to the beachfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, would book again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, clean rooms. 10/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025