Whale-watching excursions or from shore, spa, dining, hiking, kayaking, beach, golf, artist studios, boating, island-hopping, local island events.
West Coast adventure, romance & retreat venue. We have been the "heart" of Galiano Island for many years, home to weddings, special events and memorable celebrations. Our award-winning restaurant is the only oceanfront casual fine dining restaurant on Galiano: stone fireplace, windows everywhere to view the water and gardens, wrought iron, First Nations art and polished wood floors. And then there's the food and wine!! All fantastic under the guidance of our long time partnership with Chef Dean Hillier and Restaurant Manager Amy Laird.Our Madrona del Mar Spa is set overlooking the ocean beach: enjoy a "pedicure with a view" or a natural Blueberry Body Polish (made fresh for you), or a variety of Couples massage treatments in our Garden Waterfall Cottage. Our Flotation Therapy experience is soothing, unique, and healing. Under the direction of Seonaid Renwick-Shields. In keeping with the natural setting on Galiano, our Flores del Iris Gardens are a beautiful place to sit and unwind after the day. Our Glass Garden room is host to retreats, yoga retreats and regular Nia classes. French doors in a glass surround give views of the gardens from every angle.A fleet of Smart Cars is available for rent, or as part of packages.Located on Galiano Island near Vancouver and Victoria - we are only 1 hour from each by direct ferry, with a 6 minute walk from the ferry to the gates of our resort. Coming from Seattle? We are an easy connection via highway and ferry....or fly with a regularly scheduled sea plane service for any of these routes.The Galiano Inn is the heart of Galiano Island: - 20 room boutique hotel (10 rooms, 10 suites)- Award-winning restaurant- Madrona del Mar natural spa- Summer time outdoor wood-fired pizza- Dock for summer boaters- Smart car fleet for rent- Spectacular gardens- Famous Kunamokst Mural- Smart Cars for rent- Free pick-up and drop-off transportation- Gift shop Galiano Island itself is a phenomenally beautiful island: lush and green, with trails and beaches to explore, that can be yours alone. Whale-watching excursions are available fromthe island, or watch from shore. Kayaking, hiking, art studios in forested settings....An island for all seasons!
Policies / Expenses Cancellation: Deposit payment of 50% of a reservation, or minimum of 1 night, whichever is greater,Refunds are provided (less a $25 administration fee) for notice of more than 7 days,Group bookings of 4 or more rooms require a 14 day notice Nightly Parking: 0 Typical Group Deposit: 25% Total Taxes: 13.00% Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) State Tax: 0.00% GST: Goods and Services Tax: 5.00 GST % PST: Provincial Sales Tax: 8.00 PST % Additional Person Fee: 30.00 Per Person (In some suites)
Dock for sea planes on the property seasonally; floatplane scheduled service to Montague Marina with pick up from the Inn, for connections to Vancouver International Airport within 15 minutes. Local Shuttle Info: There are no island taxis or shuttles. But the Inn does provide car rentals to guests and visitors.
Yes! Pets are allowed. Pets are allowed only in one of two pet-friendly accommodations: one Oceanfront Queen room, and one Oceanfront Villa suite. A pet fee of $50 per stay is required.Pets must be on leash at all times while on the property.Owners must remove all pet waste,Do not use guest dinnerware as pet food or water bowls. If you forgot yours, please ask.Pets must be free of fleas, ticks, and worms.Do not allow pets on furniture. We can provide a cozy pet bed.Pets must be on leash in common areas and cannot be inside eating areas. You must be in your room, or out with your pet, when housekeeping is cleaning the room. You are responsible for any damage caused by the pet, and for any excessive cleaning charges at the hotel, including pet odours, pet stains, excessive hair. You will be given an opportunity to eliminate any noise complaints from other guests. In the event you are unable to satisfy this clause, you will be asked to leave the property and could be financially responsible
Free Wi-Fi access in guest rooms and throughout the resort.
Breakfast on the oceanfront in Atrevida: daily in our summer season; weekends only in our "secret season" A full menu of breakfast treats, with very reasonable $15 maximum for breakfast from stuffed french toast to huevos rancheros.