Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

3.5 star property
Beach location and indoor pool

Photo gallery for Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Relax by the pool, surrounded by natural beauty and amenities.
Relax in a comfortable space with a large bed, sofa, and armchair, surrounded by warm wooden paneling and a beautiful painting.
Guests can enjoy meals or gatherings in this cabin's dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
Welcome to GROTTI, where a stylish reception area sets the tone for a memorable stay.
Step up to The Pool House, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
1155 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC, V9P2E3
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Parksville Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Studio, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cabin, Pets allowed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 56 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

Standard Studio, Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Bungalow, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

About the area

Parksville

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa 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 beach resort include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an indoor swimming pool. .A relaxing day at Grotto Spa can include deep-tissue massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The restaurant, Cedars Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cedars Lounge is the resort's own cocktail bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the gym, outdoor tennis court, Hot tub and sauna. 9688 square feet (900 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 11 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Near this 3.5-property class Parksville resort, you'll find Parksville Beach.

What's nearby

  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Parksville Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Gun - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Beach location and indoor pool
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this resort measures 9688 square feet (900 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A hot tub, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the eco-certified Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Parksville resort is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 192 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • 9688 sq ft of conference space
  • 900 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort offers 192 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Grotto Spa has 26 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee: CAD 9 to 20 for adults and CAD 6 to 7 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cedars Lounge
  • Cedars Restaurant
  • Treetop Tapas and Grill

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (9,688 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 26 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 9 to 20 for adults and CAD 6 to 7 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
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 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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. 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

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Seaside Spa Resort
Tigh-Na-Mara
Tigh-Na-Mara Resort
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Resort
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Parksville
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort Parksville
Tigh-Na-Mara Spa Resort
Tigh Na Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Tigh Na Mara Seaside Spa
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort Resort
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort Parksville
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort Resort Parksville

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort?

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort?

Yep, Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort?

Yep, Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort is a short 6-minute walk from Rathtrevor Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, waterskiing and windsurfing.

Is there a spa on site at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort?

Yep, Grotto Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub and hot springs. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort have a pool?

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort has a pool and an indoor pool. The pool is open 7 AM to 11 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort?

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort features a full-service spa, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds, premium bedding and fireplaces.

What makes Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as pillowtop beds and fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort.

Does Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Iana

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s decent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

derek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great spa
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

SRAVAN KUMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Avg
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Setting, amenities, staff friendliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The safe were very hospitable and the beach was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The ocean views are amazing. The Grotto spa is a relaxing way to spend time with friends at the resort. My esthetician was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery. Loved the fact that we could sit on our balcony and overlook the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

AMANDA J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We paid extra for an ocean view and we got ground level obstructed by trees and bushes. The ocean view was the purpose for the trip.

10/10 Excellent

Glyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking at Oceanview Suites was not well done. Need better marking of parking spaces. Also need to pave are or fill potholes.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have been coming here for 20 years on our wedding anniversary. Great service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Anne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

mohammad reza

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The price is not matched with what they provide as a hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stay here often for a reason! It’s awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grotto spa, late night pizza and jetted tub made our kid free date night a 11/10! We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuvraj

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025