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Reviews of By the Sea

546 Island Highway, V9W 2C1 Campbell River, Canada

#3 of 19 hotels in Campbell River

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 39 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free Wifi

    5.0

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  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was too cool but, it was quickly adjust . Also the auto door lock almost locked us out more then once while having morning coffee. Lol 😆

    I love the fresh air and the space ! So perfectly beautiful and relaxing.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location is very central! This warm suit comes with many extra items throughout the room to make our stay comfortable and feel like at home!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2025

    10
    Had a very enjoyable time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only downfall, not having a way to cook anything. Barbecue would have been great! I found the bed a bit too soft for my back.

    Everything was wonderful! It was like having your own apartment. Clean, spacious. Host was wonderful.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2025

    10
    We had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend/stay again :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was a little cold inside the suite, but easily fixed by turning on the fireplace

    The suite was clean, cozy, and thoughtfully designed for guest experience, for example there were light switches that could be controlled from the bed. There was a lot of attention to detail and the experience of guests, like a printed handout explaining how everything worked, K cup machine stocked with pods, etc. The hosts were wonderful—had a lovely chat with Vicci and I forgot one of my items and they let me know and offered to mall it back

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to dislike.

    This was a beautifully designed suite with a lovely bathroom, laundry facilities and well equipt kitchen. The living area was cosy and comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location! Can't be beat. Perfect base for exploring Campbell River. Home away from home! Lovely hosts with a beautiful home.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 23, 2025

    10
    Within walking distance to restaurants, paths with ocean views and just a short drive to nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was self contained but the owners were right there if you needed anything. It was close to everything. There was a parking space. There were great little touches and extras - like snuggly blankets, popcorn and cream in the fridge.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only drawbacks were it was a bit tricky to find on a busy street, and the living room blind wasn't working, so the sun was bright early in the morning. In fairness to the hosts, I didn't tell them about the blind, so they didn't have the opportunity to address it for me.

    It was very clean and comfortable. The host communicated every step of the way and left excellent instruction on how the amenities functioned.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2025

    8.0
    Awesome place!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, really appreciated the laundry facilities. Very clean and comfortable. Appreciated that it felt like we were in a home not a bland Airbnb. Really liked all of the information about the Campbell River area and all the suggestions for enjoying the area.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2025

    10
    Thoroughly enjoyed staying in this clean, comfortable and well equipped home!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Beautiful comfortable home! Our stay was exceptionally lovely and we would highly recommend staying there if you are planning a visit to Campbell River! Hosts were very friendly and accommodating!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2025

    9.0
    Cozy comfort in Campbell River
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Being right on the highway could have been somewhat noisy, but we really did not notice. The blinds over the windows were great for privacy and blockng the light, but that meant not being able to see outside if you wanted to. The view really isn't much, anyway - you can barely see the sea. It would have been helpful to have a luggage stand or an extra chair for that purpose.

    The bed was very comfortable, but a little low for us tall people. The shower was fantastic! and the added bonus in the bathroom of motion-detecting lights under the vanity for nighttime navigation was brilliant. Being able to do a load of laundry was a benefit. The proprietors were very nice people, and we appreciated being able to meet Vicci and Denis.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2025

    10
    Feeling at home in Campbell River
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We loved how comfortable it was, the attention to detail, and all the extras that made us feel at home.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: November 22, 2024

    8.0
    Weare sharing our great stay with our friends for there future visits to Campbell River. BC
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Comfort, and location, were perfect, has an "at home" surrounding. Response to any enquiries was address in minutes by txt communication. Look forward to future stays.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: September 23, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The whole apartment was very nice and modern. The internet was fast and we could even watch netflix and amazon prime which was great. Very comfortable bed and good kitchen equipment as well.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2024

    10
    Feelgood spot with tasteful decor and all the equipment one could need
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really pretty modern interior design, luxurious bathroom and washing machine/dryer were a highlight as well!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2024

    10
    Perfect stay in Campbell River
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Exceptional stay at By the Sea! Room was spacious, comfortable, and cozy. Perfect for my stay in Campbell River! There were so many nice personal touches that really exceeded my expectations. Will definitely stay again.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Great location, only a minute from downtown and restaurants. Clean and comfortable room. Great shower

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2024

    10
    I will definitely stay there again when I go to Campbell River.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location was awesome! Loved the shower! Bed was very comfortable! enjoyed the expresso machine coffee, I had never tried before. The milk frother complimented it nicely!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice little suite. Very comfy and homely! Good location too! And even though it is right by the street super quite at night.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2024

    10
    A secret I can't keep, unfortunately!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing. Yes indeed I mean nothing. If you want something, just to appear rational. Then backing down the drive way on a motorcycle. No just kidding, that's my problem ;)

    Vicki and Denis have obviously taken the time and thought to make the suite a pleasure to stay at, and to return to at the end of long days exploring the Campbell River and mid-Island region. I enjoyed my three nights on a birding photography trip. Nothing was short or lacking and so much nicer than a larger or more commercial venue. l would not hesitate to stay for any trip to the area. Indeed I was making daily runs south, west and north with their location perfectly situated. I will use By the Sea for all my forthcoming trips, only problem I can see is the availibility once the words out. Still, I can't be selfish and I have to spread the word. Excellent, well thought out, and comfortable!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very clean and cozy. Walking distance to restaurants and the pier. The fridge was stocked with a few beverages and creamers which was very nice!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2024

    10
    Exactly what I needed for the event I was coming to town to see!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I can't think of anything I disliked!

    Covered parking (motorcycle) Fridge Coffee machine Enjoyable walk to the Tidemark Theatre Outdoor seating View Modern bathroom I would absolutely stay here again when I'm in Campbell River (if it's available!). Thank you! Ronald M

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2024

    10
    Hey Google, I need a perfect hangout for a 2 day stop in CR: laundry, kitchen, big-screen TV
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    French doors open to a street-facing carport that has a small deck with comfy outdoor chairs. It’s on a busy road, and I found that distracting, but once inside with the door closed, that noise disappeared

    I needed a place to hangout for two days enroute. This suite was a perfect layover with laundry, kitchen, big TV and a faux-fireplace/heater. Well appointed and thoughtfully finished; a romantic space for a couple. Bathroom is upscale. Friendly hosts. A short walk to the excellent museum and forest trails (daytime use), and the historic pier. The BC Transit stop is within half a block. A 15 min walk into the centre of Campbell River (see photos)

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 4, 2024

    10
    Very well equipped, clean and very comfortable. One thing though please, for us tea drinkers can we have a small kettle
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything.

    Stayed in July 2024

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