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Reviews of Driftwood by the Sea Inn

170 South Island Highway, V9W 1A3 Campbell River, Canada

#6 of 19 hotels in Campbell River

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 71 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    10
    Fantastic place to spend a few days to explore Campbell River and its surroundings.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The highway was quite busy.

    The cabin was cosy, comfy and very well equipped. Karen is doing a wonderful job.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2025

    9.0
    We had a great stay and would definitely stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    While there were 2 fans in the cottage, it did get quite hot. Having an extra fan or one on a stand to help move air thru the unit would have been nice. Also a king size bed would be perfect.

    Excellent location with well appointed cabin that facilitated use of the kitchen facilities. Loved that it was nice and clean and in great shape - appeared recently updated.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Being in a trailer park . Issues with Netflix

    Spacious

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2025

    10
    Superb place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything!

    Very spacious, comfortable and clean cottage with a fully equipped kitchen. Meticulously organized to care for travelers needs with every detail.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    8.0
    very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 6 nights

    location was perfect

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2025

    10
    Amazing….
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really liked the little extras you don’t get anywhere else I know of…

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had everything we needed for a 3 day stay and a beautiful outlook to the river. Close to town (5 minute drive) and shops.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    9.0
    Great Accommodation for Two
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only drawback was a over sensitive smoke detector which made frying salmon a noisy experience!

    Well equipped accommodation with everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Convenient location for exploring Campbell River, Elk Falls, Strathcona Park and trips to the islands.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    10
    Excellent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Exceptionally clean, comfortable accommodation. Lots of little extra items included. Hosts extremely welcoming and helpful with suggestions of what to do, where to go etc.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    10
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Good location by the beach. Nice set out of cabin with plenty of room. Parking is easy. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2024

    9.0
    Clean, clean and clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sofa bed is too soft to sit on.

    Location and Karen, the manager.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    10
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    How extremely clean is everything, the location in front of the sea, all the details inside the cabin and how nice the owner is

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2024

    10
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great little cabin everything you could need and not to far from town.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2024

    9.0
    Loved it and plan on staying here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and comfortable. It was great to have an equipped kitchenette. Easy walk to restaurants and the beach. Watched cruise ships going by. Also had visiting deer on the property.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2024

    8.0
    Motel unit just outside Campbell River township, comfortable and handy parking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower very small and minimal toiletries. Was farther from town than I thought.

    Parking, good space, comfortable bed. Laundry available. Host very helpful. Kitchen useful.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    Wonderful, kind, warm and friendly home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything about the driftwood by the sea is amazing. Perfect location, short walk into town plus the beach is right across the road. The owners are beyond kind and helpful and have made it feel like a second home. With cooking facilities for those nights you need a home cooked meal!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could use some locks on the windows, so the windows can be left open a crack for ventilation, yet not affect security of belonging left unattended during the day.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The shower head is very noisy. It should be replaced.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    10
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed could have been softer.

    The room had everything to make you comfortable.we were able to make meals,which was great for us.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2023

    10
    Really great place, we had a nice relaxing time here
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A bit far to walk into the centre

    Karen the host was friendly and helpful straight away A launderette was available on site Walking distance to a great restaurant A self contained little place with all you needed Nice to sit out on the deck

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    9.0
    Clean, comfy cottage with good facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower in the cottage is extremely small The road outside was busy therefore noisy. However once inside the cottage it wasn't an issue and the bedroom was at the back of the cottage therefore quiet.

    Really liked having cooking facilities, comfy lounge/ dining area and seating outside on the veranda (amongst beautiful hanging baskets) The cottage was spacious and clean.There was lots of local information available in the cottage which was helpful. Appreciated the tea, coffee, creamer etc. provided in the cottage. Karen the host was very friendly and helpful. Laundry facilities on site was a bonus and Karen even gave us laundry capsules for free. Parking was right outside the cottages. Lovely to see deer wandering around the site every morning and evening. Great location right across the road from the beach and a few minutes drive from the attractions of Campbell River.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very convenient on main drag. We had a cottage & loved it. Also, having a coffee in the morning, or a drink in the evening, on the beach across the road was extremely nice. The deer on the property were cute too.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and great location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    8.0
    A Great Comfortable Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The plumbing was quite loud. We only noticed this when our next-door neighbor turned on the water in the morning or at night. The shower fits one person, but even that it's a bit of a tight squeeze for a larger person.

    The first I liked a lot about the cottage is the designated living area with a dining table. This makes our almost-a-week stay much more comfortable. I also really enjoyed the ocean view, partially obstructed however, from the dining table. I also found the kitchenware to be surprisingly in very good shape, compared to many other vacation rentals I stayed at. The cottage is also clean and has enough room for a moderate amount of luggage. The location is great as it's in town and doesn't take long to get to grocery stores, restaurants, and EV chargers. The no-contact check-in was also straightforward.

    Stayed in September 2023

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