Galiano Oceanfront Inn & Spa

Hotels
8.6 (223 reviews)
134 Madrona Drive , Galiano , ca

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Excellent service
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.79
Some negative remarks regarding unclean cookware and stained towels.
Service
9.26
Generally positive feedback on service, with some issues due to front desk unavailability.
Location
9.3
Consistently praised for being in a beautiful, accessible location.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms were comfortable but some had issues with cleanliness and maintenance.
Amenities
8.28
Mixed reviews on amenities; some were enjoyable, others needed improvement.
Value for Money
8.74
Decent value, though some guests felt certain aspects were lacking.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Food quality was praised, but breakfast options were limited.
Overall Experience
8.86
Overall positive experience with beautiful surroundings despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 10:32

Property Description

Luxurious Oceanfront Inn & Spa on Galiano Island

Spa & Outdoor Adventures: Indulge in the full spa with yoga facilities and outdoor equipment rentals for biking and kayaking.

Elegant Rooms: Enjoy modern rooms with a wood burning fireplace, spa bath, and flat screen TV. Free Wi-Fi and a fridge are included for your convenience.

Dining Experience: Delight in wood-fired pizza and seasonal dinner specials on the oceanside patio. Explore the fine dining restaurant with an impressive wine and local beer selection.

Experience the ultimate blend of relaxation and adventure at the Inn and Spa on Galiano Island. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note, a fee will be charged for cancelations or no-shows unless the room can be resold.

Please note that pets are only allowed in pet friendly rooms. Please note that a maximum of 2 pets is allowed and a pet fee of $75 per stay is applicable to all pet friendly rooms.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for CAD 45 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 223 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.79
Service: 9.26
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.28
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Esha • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • extended_group • ca
7
Pros:

Location was good, view was great

Cons:

Restaurant closed too early.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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chin yung • couple • hk
8
2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Susan • family_with_children • ca
10
Pros:

It was a beautiful location, walking distance to everything we needed, including the ferry.

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Qing Hua • couple • ca
8
2025-11-07 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • ca
8
2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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uwe • couple • de
8
Traumhafte Inselgruppe und sehr schöne Anlage mit freundlichen Personal und darauf Lebenden Menschen
Pros:

Wandern,Radfahren auf der Insel Traumhafte Landschaft.
Das Zimmer mit Balkon tolle Sicht auf den Hafen ,Wasserkocher Kaffee u.Tee vorhanden.
Tolle Bäckerei vor dem Hotel sehr guter Kaffee leckere Sandwiches.

Cons:

Keine richtige Info über Frühstück nur (Frühstück im Brötchenkorb)

2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Artem • couple • jp
8
Lovely couples stay
Pros:

Easy to get to without a car, comfortable rooms and great breakfast.

Cons:

I wish the jacuzzi tub worked but in their defense it is not listed as being a jacuzzi tub. I would much prefer a fitted sheet on the comforter.

2025-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Bernadette • couple • ca
8
Wonderful and quiet
Pros:

Outdoor bathtub 😊

Cons:

Fire ban

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Forget • couple • ca
8
Great location on a beautiful island but time for some renovations.
Pros:

The location is amazing right next to the ferry and with beach access. Loved being able to walk straight out of our room onto the grass to enjoy the view. The service was also excellent. The morning breakfast basket was a nice touch.

Cons:

It was a bit tired. Our mattress was at the end of its life and should be replaced. Shower was very hard to operate. Few other things were broken or tired. There weren’t any gluten free options for the breakfast baskets though.

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Heike • couple • ca
8
Relaxing while having a nice view on the water.
Pros:

Loved the layout of lobby and restaurant.

Cons:

I have troubles with those soft pillows. I always wake up with a kink in my neck. The breakfast baskets were cute. A hard boiled egg for some protein would have made me really happy.

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Casselman • couple • ca
10
Our stay was a wonderful September get away, with sunny skies, blue water views and great food.
Pros:

Enjoyed the view, loved hearing the waves lapping on the rocky shore in the evening while sitting on our deck, the restaurant meal was fabulous, and the 'entertainment' of watching the ferries passing was fun.

Cons:

We liked everything!

2025-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Béatrice • family_with_children • be
8
Pros:

Magnifique emplacement, la vue était splendide depuis notre chambre ! Hôtel très bien entretenu ainsi que les extérieurs.

Cons:

Pour 4 personnes, nous aurions souhaité deux lits doubles. Cependant le canapé lit était confortable

2025-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Leilani • couple • us
8
We had a comfortable stay but the place could use some attention.
Pros:

The location is wonderful on the water with great views of Active Pass and the ferries.

Cons:

The grounds were a bit unkept, the carpet had a big stain in the living room, and some of the cookware was not clean.

2025-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • ca
4
Beautiful location but felt understaffed and a bit run down.
Pros:

Beautiful location

Cons:

No water on the first night. Front desk unavailable twice over the weekend despite being between their posted hours of 9-5. Towels were stained and the continental breakfast was a muffin and yogurt.

2025-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • family_with_children • ca
7
Pros:

Rooms, service and staff, continental breakfast

Cons:

Smoky from pizza place. No gathering area outside to visit except one table. Not much to do

2025-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Marwan • couple • ca
8
Due to its nearly nonexistent infrastructure, the island is suitable for a single visit.
Pros:

Cuisine and setting.

Cons:

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

2025-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Helen • family_with_children • ca
5
2025-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Riko • couple • ca
7
Our 2 night stay
Pros:

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.

Cons:

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)

2025-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Taryn • family_with_children • gb
9
2025-08-16 • via Nuitee