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3-star hotels in Campbell River
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Campbell River, on Vancouver Island, for travellers who want comfortable, well-rated bases near the water and the city's compact core, from downtown addresses to waterfront resorts south along the Island Highway.
Staying in Campbell River
Campbell River sits on Vancouver Island, known as the Salmon Capital of the World, and it is a base for fishing, outdoor recreation and access to Strathcona Provincial Park, British Columbia's oldest park. The compact core makes it easy to explore on foot, the seawall and downtown shops are close at hand, and a car helps for the old-growth forests, waterfalls and hikes beyond the city. Local galleries and museums reflect the area's natural and human history.
The hotels here are spread between downtown and the highway south of it. Comfort Inn & Suites and Coast Discovery Inn sit on Shoppers Row, with Anchor Inn and Suites on Island Highway and Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River and Driftwood by the Sea Inn and RV Resort also close to the centre. Further out, Ocean Resort, Shelter Bay Resort, Painter's Lodge and April Point Resort & Spa serve guests wanting water and quiet. Couples, families and outdoor-focused visitors all find a fit; several hotels have pools, family rooms and pet-friendly policies.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Chateau Riverside
1810 19 Ave, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereChateau Riverside places guests in a quiet 3-star setting 4.8 km from Campbell River's centre, with river views and a sauna on site. Rooms include a kitchen with oven and microwave, plus air conditioning and a balcony, so longer stays are easy to manage. A garden and terrace add outdoor space, and free parking and free wifi are included. With a 4.7 guest rating from 61 reviews, it suits travellers who want self-catering comfort and a calmer riverside base.
See Chateau RiversideComfort Inn & Suites
1351 Shoppers Row, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereComfort Inn & Suites sits 3.7 km from the centre on Shoppers Row, making it a practical base for exploring Campbell River. An indoor pool and fitness centre give guests something to do without leaving the property, and breakfast is available. Pets are allowed and parking is free, which helps both road-trippers and families. The hotel holds a 4.4 guest rating across 519 reviews, reflecting steady demand from travellers who want reliable facilities close to town.
See Comfort Inn & SuitesOcean Resort
4384 South Island Highway, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereOcean Resort lies 13.4 km from Campbell River's centre along the South Island Highway, with the sea in view and a beach nearby. Guests can use the sauna or settle into rooms that include a kitchen, kitchenette and fireplace, which suits longer, self-catering stays. Family rooms and free parking make it workable for groups arriving by car. A 4.3 guest rating from 163 reviews points to a solid choice for those who prefer space and quiet over a central location.
See Ocean ResortDriftwood by the Sea Inn and RV Resort
170 South Island Highway, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereDriftwood by the Sea Inn and RV Resort is the closest of these hotels to the centre, just 0.8 km away, and it leans into outdoor activity. Guests have fishing, canoeing, diving and horse riding on the list, with a beach nearby and a garden and terrace for quieter afternoons. Kitchen and kitchenette facilities in the rooms support independent stays. Rated 4.3 from 43 reviews, it suits guests who want to spend their days on the water and their evenings simply.
See Driftwood by the Sea Inn and RV ResortShelter Bay Resort
3860 S Island Hwy V9h 1M5 Campbell River Canada, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereShelter Bay Resort offers a spa and massage on site, set 7.9 km from Campbell River's centre. Rooms come with a kitchen, dishwasher, oven and fireplace, plus a patio or terrace for outdoor time, and there is a picnic area. Free parking and free wifi cover the practical side. The 4.2 guest rating from 48 reviews fits travellers looking for a slower stay with cooking facilities and a spa rather than a downtown location.
See Shelter Bay ResortCoast Discovery Inn
975 Shoppers Row, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereCoast Discovery Inn is a busy central option 3.3 km from the centre, with 656 reviews and a 4.0 guest rating. Guests have a fitness centre, breakfast and a bar on site, and the hotel arranges fishing, canoeing and golf. Bike rental is available, which pairs well with Campbell River's outdoor appeal, and pets are welcome. It suits travellers who want a full service base with plenty of activities within easy reach.
See Coast Discovery InnApril Point Resort & Spa
900 April Point Road Quathiaski Cove Bc V0p 1N0 Canada, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApril Point Resort & Spa sits 7.5 km from the centre and centres on its garden, terrace and picnic area. Fishing is among the activities available, which fits Campbell River's reputation as a fishing destination. Free parking and free wifi are provided, and there is a gift shop and meeting room for guests who need them. With a 3.9 guest rating from 271 reviews, it appeals to visitors who want a resort setting away from the town centre.
See April Point Resort & SpaAnchor Inn and Suites
261 Island Highway, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAnchor Inn and Suites is 1.6 km from the centre and, unusually for the list, has its own private beach as well as a swimming pool. Sea views, a restaurant and a bar are part of the offering, and family rooms, breakfast and room service add convenience. Pets are accepted and parking is free. A 3.8 guest rating from 769 reviews reflects a well-used hotel that suits families and travellers who want waterfront access close to town.
See Anchor Inn and SuitesRamada by Wyndham Campbell River
462 South Island Highway 62087, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereRamada by Wyndham Campbell River is the nearest hotel to the centre on this list, 0.2 km away, and offers an indoor pool and fitness centre alongside a beach nearby. Table tennis and mini golf give families extra options, and pets are allowed with free parking. Rooms include a balcony and sea views. It carries a 3.5 guest rating from 1,051 reviews, the largest review base here, so it suits guests who prioritise a central location and on-site leisure.
See Ramada by Wyndham Campbell RiverStrathcona Park Lodge & Outdoor Education Centre
41040 Gold River Hwy Campbell River Bc V9w 5C5 Canada, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Internet access
Why stay hereStrathcona Park Lodge & Outdoor Education Centre is a 3-star option 32.4 km from Campbell River's centre, far removed from the town. A restaurant is available on site, along with internet access and parking. Its distance makes it a choice for travellers heading into the surrounding wilderness rather than staying in Campbell River itself. No guest rating is recorded for this property, so there is no scored feedback to weigh.
See Strathcona Park Lodge & Outdoor Education CentrePainter's Lodge
1625 Mcdonald Road, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay herePainter's Lodge sits 6.9 km from the centre with sea views and a garden. Rooms include a kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher and fireplace, giving guests room to cook, and there is a patio for outdoor time. Pets are allowed and parking is free. With no guest rating recorded, the appeal rests on the self-catering facilities and waterside setting rather than on scored reviews.
See Painter's LodgeTsa Kwa Luten Lodge
#1 Lighthouse Road P.O.Box 460 Quathiaski Cove British Columbia V0p 1N0 Quadra Island, Campbell River, Canada
Why stay hereTsa Kwa Luten Lodge is 3.1 km from Campbell River's centre on Quadra Island, reached by ferry across the water. A restaurant is the facility listed on site, keeping the offering simple. Guests choosing it are trading town conveniences for an island setting within the Campbell River area. No guest rating is recorded for this property, so there is no review score to draw on.
See Tsa Kwa Luten LodgeMoney Pennies B&B
926 Elm Street, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereMoney Pennies B&B is a small bed and breakfast 3.2 km from the centre, with a garden, terrace and picnic area. Fishing, canoeing, diving and golf are all within its activity list, and a shuttle service is available. Free parking and free wifi are included, and special diets can be catered for. No guest rating is recorded, so the draw is the B&B format and its outdoor orientation rather than scored reviews.
See Money Pennies B&BBeachway Vacation Rental and B&B Suites
112 Larwood Rd, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Kitchenette
Why stay hereBeachway Vacation Rental and B&B Suites is 3.5 km from the centre and has a beach nearby. Guests have a spa and a garden, plus a kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator in the accommodation. Concierge service and housekeeping are provided, and parking is free. With no guest rating recorded, it suits travellers who prefer a small vacation rental or B&B arrangement close to the water rather than a full hotel.
See Beachway Vacation Rental and B&B SuitesCampbell River Lodge
1760 Island Highway, Campbell River, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereCampbell River Lodge is 4.7 km from the centre, with a garden, terrace and picnic area around the property. A restaurant is on site, fishing is available, and pets are welcome; parking and wifi are free. Rooms are air conditioned and some face the river. No guest rating is recorded for this hotel, so it stands as a straightforward option for travellers who want a river setting and easy road access.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chateau Riverside | ★★★ | 4.7 | 61 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 4.8 km |
| Comfort Inn & Suites | ★★★ | 4.4 | 519 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Ocean Resort | ★★★ | 4.3 | 163 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 13.4 km |
| Driftwood by the Sea Inn and RV Resort | ★★★ | 4.3 | 43 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.8 km |
| Shelter Bay Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 48 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 7.9 km |
| Coast Discovery Inn | ★★★ | 4.0 | 656 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.3 km |
| April Point Resort & Spa | ★★★ | 3.9 | 271 | Yes | – | – | – | 7.5 km |
| Anchor Inn and Suites | ★★★ | 3.8 | 769 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.6 km |
| Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River | ★★★ | 3.5 | 1,051 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Strathcona Park Lodge & Outdoor Education Centre | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 32.4 km |
| Painter's Lodge | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | Yes | 6.9 km |
| Tsa Kwa Luten Lodge | ★★★ | – | – | – | – | – | – | 3.1 km |
| Money Pennies B&B | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 3.2 km |
| Beachway Vacation Rental and B&B Suites | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 3.5 km |
| Campbell River Lodge | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | Yes | 4.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Comfort Inn & Suites has an indoor pool, a Jacuzzi and family-friendly amenities, while Anchor Inn and Suites offers a swimming pool, family rooms and a private beach. Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River adds an indoor pool, table tennis and mini golf, and Ocean Resort provides family rooms and kitchenettes for longer stays.
Comfort Inn & Suites · Anchor Inn and Suites · Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River · Ocean Resort
For couples
Chateau Riverside pairs a sauna and river setting with a 4.7 guest rating, and Shelter Bay Resort offers a spa and massage. April Point Resort & Spa and Painter's Lodge put couples on the water, the latter with fireplaces and kitchenettes in its rooms.
Chateau Riverside · Shelter Bay Resort · April Point Resort & Spa · Painter's Lodge
For city access
Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River is 0.2 km from the centre, and Anchor Inn and Suites 1.6 km away. Comfort Inn & Suites on Shoppers Row is 3.7 km out, and Coast Discovery Inn 3.3 km, both with front desks, breakfast and fitness facilities.
Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River · Anchor Inn and Suites · Comfort Inn & Suites · Coast Discovery Inn
For quiet and water
Ocean Resort, Shelter Bay Resort, Driftwood by the Sea Inn and RV Resort and April Point Resort & Spa sit away from the core, with sea views listed at several and beach access nearby, plus saunas, kitchens and picnic areas for a slower stay.
Ocean Resort · Shelter Bay Resort · Driftwood by the Sea Inn and RV Resort · April Point Resort & Spa
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Campbell River is located on Vancouver Island, about a 1.5-hour drive north of Nanaimo. Most visitors arrive by car via the Island Highway (Highway 19), or by plane at the Campbell River Airport, which has scheduled flights from Vancouver. Ferries connect the city to Quadra Island and other Discovery Islands. Getting around is easiest by car, though downtown is walkable and a local transit system serves the city and nearby areas.
When to go
The best time to visit Campbell River depends on your interests. Summer (June to August) offers warm, dry weather ideal for fishing, hiking and water activities. Spring and fall are quieter and still pleasant for outdoor exploration, with fewer crowds. Winter can be cool and wet, but it's a good time for storm watching and indoor attractions. Regardless of season, be prepared for changing weather conditions.
Questions, answered
Which hotels are closest to downtown Campbell River?
Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River is 0.2 km from the centre and Driftwood by the Sea Inn and RV Resort is 0.8 km away. Anchor Inn and Suites is 1.6 km from the centre, and both Comfort Inn & Suites and Coast Discovery Inn have Shoppers Row addresses.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Comfort Inn & Suites and Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River both list an indoor pool. Anchor Inn and Suites lists a swimming pool and a private beach among its facilities.
Are pets allowed at these Campbell River hotels?
Pets are allowed at Comfort Inn & Suites, Coast Discovery Inn, Anchor Inn and Suites, Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River, Painter's Lodge and Campbell River Lodge.
Which hotels are good for families?
Comfort Inn & Suites has an indoor pool and a Jacuzzi, Anchor Inn and Suites offers family rooms and a private beach, and Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River lists family rooms, table tennis and mini golf. Ocean Resort also has family rooms and kitchenettes.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
Chateau Riverside has the highest guest rating on this shortlist at 4.7 out of 5 from 61 reviews. Comfort Inn & Suites follows at 4.4 from 519 reviews, and Ocean Resort and Driftwood by the Sea Inn and RV Resort are both rated 4.3.
Do any hotels offer spa facilities?
Shelter Bay Resort lists a spa and massage, April Point Resort & Spa is a resort and spa in Quathiaski Cove, and Money Pennies B&B and Beachway Vacation Rental and B&B Suites also list a spa.
Is Campbell River a good base for outdoor activities?
Yes. Campbell River is known as the Salmon Capital of the World, and visitors can enjoy fishing, kayaking, hiking and wildlife viewing, plus trails and parks including Strathcona Provincial Park. Several hotels list fishing, diving, canoeing and golf among their facilities.
How do I get to Campbell River?
You can reach Campbell River by car via Highway 19 from Nanaimo, about a 1.5-hour drive, or by flying into Campbell River Airport with scheduled flights from Vancouver. Ferries connect the city to Quadra Island and other Discovery Islands.