Shawnigan Lake

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Historic Kinsol Trestle Bridge Vancouver Island.The historic wooden Kinsol Trestle over the Koksilah River near Shawnigan Lake, Vancouver Island, Canada.
Kinsol Trestle or Koksilah River Trestle, a historic wooden railway trestle in Shawnigan lake on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
Little snowy in March
Kinsol Trestle. Recently Rebuilt for human access (as opposed to trains). Completed in 1920, its dimensions measure 44 m (144 ft) high and 188 m (617 ft) long, making it the largest wooden trestle in the Commonwealth and one of the highest railway trestles in the world.
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St Victoria BC
The price is AED 828 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
AED 828
AED 970 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,656 reviews)
With Q closed, the Bengal not open for lunch or a quiet late lunch as well as the Rooftop restaurant being closed for the season…it sure was bad timing for us and no alternates were provided. The hotel was wonderful but Spring Break prices for low amenities was very disappointing. We had hoped to ...

Reviewed on 26 March 2026

Fairmont Empress
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
330 Quebec Street Victoria BC
The price is AED 510 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
AED 510
AED 605 total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,018 reviews)
We would recommend bath bars for safety in the bathrooms.

Reviewed on 25 March 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave Victoria BC
The price is AED 520 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
AED 520
AED 610 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,632 reviews)
The staff were wonderful and the room was clean and comfortable. Nice views and great location. I would definitely stay there again. Not sure if Vista 18 restaurant, onsite, is owned by the hotel or separate but my recommendation would be to avoid it. Two times in a row (second time was giving them ...

Reviewed on 26 March 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
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Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.

Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.

Shawnigan Lake BC
Stay at this vacation home in Shawnigan Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shawnigan Lake Museum and Old Mill Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Amenities in good condition Suite smelled heavily deodorized

Reviewed on 23 February 2026

Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street Victoria BC
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,295 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable! Great for a girls trip!

Reviewed on 24 March 2026

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort

SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort

4 out of 5
1000 Sooke Point Place Sooke BC
Stay at this condo in Sooke. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Secretary (Donaldson) Island and Quimper Park are located ...
SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Little snowy in March

Kinsol Trestle

Find out about the history of Shawnigan Lake with a stop at Kinsol Trestle. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Kinsol Trestle

Stebbings Road Community Forest

You can take time to visit Stebbings Road Community Forest during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Stebbings Road Community Forest

Shawnigan Lake Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Shawnigan Lake Museum in Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

Shawnigan Lake Museum

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

You can take time to visit West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park during your travels to Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park

Memory Island Provincial Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Memory Island Provincial Park during your travels in Shawnigan Lake. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

Memory Island Provincial Park

Old Baldy Mountain Park

After visiting Old Baldy Mountain Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shawnigan Lake. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Old Baldy Mountain Park