Ocean Sands Resort

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9.2
/10
Exceptional
438 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Elizabeth

10.0
/ 10
Loved our stay. The room was great, comfortable bed and appreciated the fireplace. The beach view from the deck was wonderful. Location was perfect and we enjoyed our stroll on the beach. Will stay again.

Karen

10.0
/ 10
View was amazing. Coffee pot needs an upgrade. We thought there was to be a BBQ also but our unit did not have one. Beautiful location and weather the time we were there. So relaxing .

Alexandra

10.0
/ 10
The appartment was well equipped and staff provided us with a new coffee maker immediately when there was a problem. Very friendly and helpful.
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1165-Resort Drive, Regional District of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, V9P2E2

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Swimming Pool
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Staying at Ocean Sands Resort is a good choice when you are visiting Regional District of Nanaimo.
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1165-Resort Drive, Regional District of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, V9P2E2
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General


Near Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara

Location


When you stay at Ocean Sands Resort in Parksville, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara and 6 minutes by foot from Rathtrevor Beach. This beach hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Parksville Beach and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Tranquil Moments Day Spa.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Tranquil Moments Day Spa - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Rathtrevor Beach - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Parksville Visitor Centre - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Craig Heritage Park and Museum - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Parksville Museum & Archives - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 1.7 km / 1 mi
Wilde and Sparrow - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Sunset Lanes - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Brigadoon Golf Course - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Top Bridge Community Park - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
The Wool Shop - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Parksville Community Park - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Vancouver Island University Parksville Campus - 4 km / 2.5 mi

The nearest airports are:
Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 32.4 km / 20.1 mi
Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 166 km / 103.2 mi
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 47.1 km / 29.2 mi
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 128.1 km / 79.6 mi

The preferred airport for Ocean Sands Resort is Nanaimo, BC (YCD).

Renovations


The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 8 2026 to June 24 2026 (dates subject to change):

  • Swimming pool

Facilities


Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a hot tub, a sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.

Rooms


Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 25 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.

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Things to Do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Sauna

Transportation

  • Limited parking

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

General

  • Smoking area

Public Facilities

  • Elevator

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Ocean Sands Resort

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
16:00 - 18:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • This property is professionally cleaned
, The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property does not offer Housekeeper or daily housekeeping services. Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.

Pets

Service Animals Allowed
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Popular Facilities
Swimming Pool, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 16:00 - 18:00 - to 11:00
Available rooms at Ocean Sands Resort
25
Another facilities in Ocean Sands Resort
Outdoor pool, Picnic area, Garden, Sauna, Limited parking

Frequently asked question in Ocean Sands Resort

What are available facilities at Ocean Sands Resort?
There are top facilites at Ocean Sands Resort such as Swimming Pool, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Ocean Sands Resort?
The standard check-in time at Ocean Sands Resort is starting from 16:00 - 18:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
What is the star rating of Ocean Sands Resort?
Ocean Sands Resort is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many rooms are available at Ocean Sands Resort?
Ocean Sands Resort has 25 rooms in total.
What do past guests say about Ocean Sands Resort?
Ocean Sands Resort is well-known for its Cleanliness, Service and Facilites, Room Comfort, as reviewed by verified Traveloka guests.

More Reviews from Other Guests in Ocean Sands Resort

9.2
Exceptional
From 438 reviews
Cleanliness

9.4

Room Comfort

9.2

Service and Facilites

9.4

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Elizabeth
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Loved our stay. The room was great, comfortable bed and appreciated the fireplace. The beach view from the deck was wonderful. Location was perfect and we enjoyed our stroll on the beach. Will stay again.
Hall
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Friends and Family Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Ground floor room right on the pathway for others to walk by very close to the room, not as private as I expected. Ocean view was nice. The room showed wear, missing sink stopper. As a condo, we expected a little more in the way of amenities, for example, strange that there were no dishes or cutlery for meals. Just a little under standard. Check in staff were very nice .
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Karen
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Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

View was amazing. Coffee pot needs an upgrade. We thought there was to be a BBQ also but our unit did not have one. Beautiful location and weather the time we were there. So relaxing .
Alexandra
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The appartment was well equipped and staff provided us with a new coffee maker immediately when there was a problem. Very friendly and helpful.
Sheldon
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The minimal interaction with the one checkin person was fine. This is a older resort that has been updated. The room was very clean, much smaller than a regular hotel room. It was a oceanfront ground suite, which would be nice in the summer, not so much winter. And, the price for the room was to much, we no doubt could have gotten a much nicer hotel room for the same price. Definitely only a 2 person suite...
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Safatulla
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Awesome Stay. Clean, tidy and super peaceful place.
Mahboubeh
8.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good
Nan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wonderful view, friendly staff!
Leona
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Beautiful property and view. Friendly and helpful staff. Lots of noise transfer between units, esp when closing Unit doors. Mattresses on beds need updating.
Alireza
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Business with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Every thing was Excelent
Ryan
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location. Rooms are very clean and the ocean front studios have a great view. Love staying here when I’m in the area for work.
Sandra
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Kitchen was fully stocked. Four family members and their families gathered at the resort and easily visited between suites. It felt very family vacation friendly.
Stephanie
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The views are stunning! The ability to lie in bed in front of a gas fire and at the same time look out the window to the ocean was amazing. If you bring your own dishes and glasses, the kitchenette is fine for snacks and simple meals. We didn’t try the pool or hot tub. The room was in reasonable condition but could use a refresh. Nothing terrible, it’s just a bit tired. There was a fair bit of noise from both next door and upstairs, which was unfortunate. This was our 3rd stay here, twice in the same room. I’d definitely stay again, but will choose a different room if this one hasn’t been updated a bit. It’s also lovely to be right next door to The Cedars restaurant at Tigh Na Mara. Stay here, eat there!
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jim
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Spotless, spacious, modern.
Jean
8.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful view of the ocean and sunrise
Judy
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Leisure with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lots of kitchen utensils and cooking implements
William
10.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

A truly perfect place to stay on the coast of Vancouver Island. Our room had a small patio and an excellent view of the
Lindsay
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Leisure with Friends
4.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property was beautiful right on the ocean with unbeatable views. Unfortunately, the beds in both bedrooms were extremely uncomfortable and made for a sleepless night. We were disappointed that for the price point, we were also asked to take out our own garbage and recycling.
Murray
8.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great Beachfront location
Merle
10.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Was a very nice place to stay with an amazing view !
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9.2
Exceptional
From 438 reviews
Cleanliness

9.4

Room Comfort

9.2

Service and Facilites

9.4

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Traveler Reviews Ocean Sands Resort

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Elizabeth
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Loved our stay. The room was great, comfortable bed and appreciated the fireplace. The beach view from the deck was wonderful. Location was perfect and we enjoyed our stroll on the beach. Will stay again.
Hall
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Ground floor room right on the pathway for others to walk by very close to the room, not as private as I expected. Ocean view was nice. The room showed wear, missing sink stopper. As a condo, we expected a little more in the way of amenities, for example, strange that there were no dishes or cutlery for meals. Just a little under standard. Check in staff were very nice .
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Karen
icon-Family
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

View was amazing. Coffee pot needs an upgrade. We thought there was to be a BBQ also but our unit did not have one. Beautiful location and weather the time we were there. So relaxing .
Alexandra
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The appartment was well equipped and staff provided us with a new coffee maker immediately when there was a problem. Very friendly and helpful.
Sheldon
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The minimal interaction with the one checkin person was fine. This is a older resort that has been updated. The room was very clean, much smaller than a regular hotel room. It was a oceanfront ground suite, which would be nice in the summer, not so much winter. And, the price for the room was to much, we no doubt could have gotten a much nicer hotel room for the same price. Definitely only a 2 person suite...
Read More
Safatulla
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Awesome Stay. Clean, tidy and super peaceful place.
Mahboubeh
8.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good
Nan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wonderful view, friendly staff!
Leona
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Beautiful property and view. Friendly and helpful staff. Lots of noise transfer between units, esp when closing Unit doors. Mattresses on beds need updating.
Alireza
icon-Business with Friends
Business with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Every thing was Excelent
Ryan
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location. Rooms are very clean and the ocean front studios have a great view. Love staying here when I’m in the area for work.
Sandra
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Kitchen was fully stocked. Four family members and their families gathered at the resort and easily visited between suites. It felt very family vacation friendly.
Stephanie
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The views are stunning! The ability to lie in bed in front of a gas fire and at the same time look out the window to the ocean was amazing. If you bring your own dishes and glasses, the kitchenette is fine for snacks and simple meals. We didn’t try the pool or hot tub. The room was in reasonable condition but could use a refresh. Nothing terrible, it’s just a bit tired. There was a fair bit of noise from both next door and upstairs, which was unfortunate. This was our 3rd stay here, twice in the same room. I’d definitely stay again, but will choose a different room if this one hasn’t been updated a bit. It’s also lovely to be right next door to The Cedars restaurant at Tigh Na Mara. Stay here, eat there!
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jim
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Spotless, spacious, modern.
Jean
8.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful view of the ocean and sunrise
Judy
icon-Leisure with Children
Leisure with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lots of kitchen utensils and cooking implements
William
10.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

A truly perfect place to stay on the coast of Vancouver Island. Our room had a small patio and an excellent view of the
Lindsay
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
4.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property was beautiful right on the ocean with unbeatable views. Unfortunately, the beds in both bedrooms were extremely uncomfortable and made for a sleepless night. We were disappointed that for the price point, we were also asked to take out our own garbage and recycling.
Murray
8.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great Beachfront location
Merle
10.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Was a very nice place to stay with an amazing view !
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