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Ocean Sands Resort

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with sauna and seasonal outdoor pool

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One Bedroom Ocean View - Sleeps 4
Two Bedroom Oceanfront - Sleeps 6
Property grounds
Two Bedroom Poolside - Sleeps 6
Two Bedroom Oceanfront - Sleeps 4

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Explore the area

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1165-Resort Drive, Parksville, BC, V9P2E2
  • Place, Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Parksville Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Oceanfront Studio

Oceanfront Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Poolside - Sleeps 6

Two Bedroom Poolside - Sleeps 6

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Ocean View - Sleeps 2 | Living area

One Bedroom Ocean View - Sleeps 2

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 74 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Poolside | Living area

One Bedroom Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Two Bedroom Poolside - Sleeps 4

Two Bedroom Poolside - Sleeps 4

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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LCD TV, fireplace, DVD player

Two Bedroom Oceanfront - Sleeps 4

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Oceanfront - Sleeps 6 | Living area

Two Bedroom Oceanfront - Sleeps 6

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Ocean View - Sleeps 4

One Bedroom Ocean View - Sleeps 4 | Living area

One Bedroom Ocean View - Sleeps 4

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Parksville

Ocean Sands Resort places you steps from Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara and within a short 5-minute stroll of Tranquil Moments Day Spa. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include in-room free WiFi, fireplaces and balconies. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site Hot tub, sauna and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Near this 3-property class Parksville hotel, you'll find Parksville Beach.

What's nearby

  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Parksville Beach - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Floresta - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Room @ Tigh-Na-Mara - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ocean Sands Resort

Beachfront hotel with sauna and seasonal outdoor pool
Ocean Sands Resort offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. WiFi is free in public spaces. Ocean Sands Resort also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Parksville hotel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ocean Sands Resort offers 25 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Parksville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans.

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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 parking

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with lift service.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 23 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in August.
  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 9 PM
  • Up to 3 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Ocean Sands Resort Parksville
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Ocean Sands Hotel Parksville
Ocean Sands Resort Parksville, Vancouver Island
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Ocean Sands Resort Parksville
Ocean Sands Resort Hotel Parksville

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ocean Sands Resort?

Yep, Ocean Sands Resort has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Sands Resort?

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Sands Resort on 3 Nov 2025 start from AU$224.49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Ocean Sands Resort?

Yep, Ocean Sands Resort is a short 6-minute walk from Rathtrevor Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving and kayaking.

Is there a spa on site at Ocean Sands Resort?

No, there is no spa at this property. Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara is a short 2-minute walk away.

Does Ocean Sands Resort have a pool?

Ocean Sands Resort has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 10 AM to 9 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to August). The swimming pool will be unavailable from August 23 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change).

What makes Ocean Sands Resort a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ocean Sands Resort.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean Sands Resort?

No, Ocean Sands Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean Sands Resort?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ocean Sands Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.