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Reviews of Galiano Oceanfront Inn & Spa 4 stars

134 Madrona Drive, V0N 1P0 Galiano, Canada

#2 of 2 hotels in Galiano

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 168 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    8.0
    Due to its nearly nonexistent infrastructure, the island is suitable for a single visit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite (Pet Friendly)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room's chair is uncomfortable and unseatable. Kindly make the change as soon as you can.

    Cuisine and setting.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    7.0
    Our 2 night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No air conditioning. We arrived in a hot room, drapes were open, so the sun was shining in. There was a small plug-in fan and a ceiling fan, but they only moved hot air around the room. Slept with the balcony door open, which brought some relief. The continental breakfast was great (apple, oatmeal with nuts and seeds) however the other items were too sweet for my liking (cranberry orange muffin, Activia yogurt, raspberry jam syrup thing which I didn't think was necessary)

    Close to the ferry, great place to swim out front at the beach, great view from the balcony, heron fishing, watching ferries go by and the tides was very pleasant.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    8.0
    Relaxing getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great view from room.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful location right on the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was tight.

    Beautiful spot right on the beach. Loved the balcony facing the water. Comfy beds, lots of hot water and awesome continental breakfast. Great pizza place, wished it was open until 8 though.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2025

    7.0
    Pretty good, but wouldn’t go back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Spa was poor. No services.

    Room, dinner, staff, car hire

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    8.0
    Great option for Galiano
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Suite (Pet Friendly)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    - The shower products weren’t nice/luxurious, and no lotion or bath supplement was provided despite the beautiful bathtub. Expected more given that this hotel has a spa. - Hot tub wasn’t open during my stay (though it did look nice, overlooks the water) - Breakfast situation: they offer a breakfast basket (Muffin, yoghurt, granola, and apple) that you can pick up either around dinner time at the restaurant or grab after 9AM from the lobby. I would prefer a “real” breakfast offering, especially because there is a restaurant on site. However, the breakfast basket IS complimentary- which is a big bonus that I am sure many will appreciate. - Very cold floors in ground floor room, bring slippers - Noise: You can hear every movement of upstairs neighbors, I’d ask for a room on the 2nd floor next time

    - outdoor space with seating for each room - Peaceful areas to read, e.g. lounge chairs and a pergola overlooking the water - Large rooms, especially bathroom- big tub - Kettle and microwave in room, but no utensils and plates (assuming they would be available if you call) - Seating area in hotel room - Very friendly staff - Beautiful view in restaurant (pricey for food quality) and very convenient to have dinner option on the island - Wonderful garden - Great location- next to ferry terminal so also easy for foot passengers and close to several cafes. Offer rental cars (Smart cars) for those who didn’t bring their car - Big parking lot - Large library with some games as well available to guests

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2025

    8.0
    Very relaxing resort, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Studio with Sofa Bed (Pet Friendly)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spa was not open Restaurant barely open No ice machine

    Great location and view Clean rooms

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    9.0
    Highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Body lotion is not provided in the bathroom.

    Absolutely stunning view! This cozy, small hotel offers a perfect blend of comfort and charm. The friendly personnel made our stay even more enjoyable. The SPA facilities were exceptional, featuring a relaxing massage, the cleanest steam room, and a hot tub with an ocean view. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite (Pet Friendly)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    very quiet - sometimes hard to find staff

    room and view

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The fan in the room didn't work to circulate heat.

    We got a different room than it said on booking but it was fine too. Large bathrooms. Great fireplace and views.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful weekend retreat and very relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hottub was closed but we didn’t know until we were checked in. Breakfast was boring.

    Right on the beach. Quiet. Well kept grounds.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2024

    7.0
    Overall the room experience did not measure up.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Door opened and closed with difficulty. No firewood provided for the first night ($300 a night off-season) and it's $25 to purchase. Firewood sells for $10 a bundle at a nearby corner store. The room had a mini-fridge and microwave, but no plates or cutlery. Toilet seat is not comfort height.

    Terrific location and view. King size bed a plus. Continental breakfast available and self-serve coffee fixings.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful location on the water, rooms had a lovely view
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Studio with Sofa Bed (Pet Friendly)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tv did not work

    Location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2024

    8.0
    Lovely location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No issues

    Breakfast was served in a bag, but was very good

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    7.0
    Nice location, great sea view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast is not available the next day

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2024

    9.0
    Our stay was wonderful and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had to listen to a lot of ferry announcements

    Beautiful location

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    9.0
    Lovely location and beautiful suites!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A brief orientation upon check in would have really helped us. Info up front about the onsite restaurants/hours, spa, hot tub, yoga studio, housekeeping, etc. It was a little confusing and would have helped us out to get that info up front.

    Wonderful location right on the water. Staff super friendly, helpful, kind.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattress was too soft. It was sinking

    Close to ferry terminal. Property with garden and ocean view.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2024

    8.0
    Great location and views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    For the price, bathtub plug didn’t work, garden and grounds were not in the best shape, breakfast was meh. Several smaller things…

    Location, view, room size

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2024

    8.0
    We had a pleasant stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to complain about here!

    The property is on the water with a little path down to a cute beach. We watched the ferry come in from the lawn in front of our room. Rooms were basic and clean. After reading other reviews we were very worried about what it would be like. We were very happy with the cleanliness and the water in the rooms was clean out of the taps. The food in the restaurant was good. There were 6 of us in 3 rooms and all of us said we would definitely come back.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Please provide More towels, basic supplies in the kitchen ( eg oil, vinegar, foil) would be helpful and are expected for a kitchen . I also was surprised to learn there was no maid service in the room. When paying hotel rates one would expect that service.

    We stayed in a villa so made our own breakfast and lunches.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was no communication between the front desk and the cleaning staff.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    7.0
    Very pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite (Pet Friendly)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Grounds needed tending - less tidy than we remember Toilet in spa very stained - should correct this issue

    Nice breakfast basket - unexpected treat

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    7.0
    A notch less than expected.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite (Pet Friendly)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Beautiful location and generally fine overall, but for the price paid the property and suites are getting a bit worn, and in need of some love and attention. Hot tub was out of order, faucet in bathroom tub leaked onto floor, jets in tub weren't working, bathroom exhaust fan didn't work, weather stripping on patio door was torn, landscaping needed some care, no bed making maid service, and the breakfast basket was also rather underwhelming. First world complaints for sure, but for the price paid these are little things that add up and are noticed.

    The location is wonderful and the dinner at Atravida restaurant was exceptional

    Stayed in May 2024

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