Shawnigan Lake

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Historic Kinsol Trestle Bridge Vancouver Island.The historic wooden Kinsol Trestle over the Koksilah River near Shawnigan Lake, Vancouver Island, Canada.
Kinsol Trestle or Koksilah River Trestle, a historic wooden railway trestle in Shawnigan lake on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
Little snowy in March
Kinsol Trestle. 

Recently Rebuilt for human access (as opposed to trains).

Completed in 1920, its dimensions measure 44 m (144 ft) high and 188 m (617 ft) long, making it the largest wooden trestle in the Commonwealth and one of the highest railway trestles in the world.
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St Victoria BC
The price is HK$1,775 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
HK$1,775
HK$2,080 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,657 reviews)
With Q closed, the Bengal not open for lunch or a quiet late lunch as well as the Rooftop restaurant being closed for the season…it sure was bad timing for us and no alternates were provided. The hotel was wonderful but Spring Break prices for low amenities was very disappointing. We had hoped to ...

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Fairmont Empress
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
330 Quebec Street Victoria BC
The price is HK$1,183 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$1,183
HK$1,402 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,001 reviews)
The room was older than it looks in photos. Fast internet, clean bathroom, and friendly staff. My booking came with free breakfast. It's best to go before 8am.

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave Victoria BC
The price is HK$1,104 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$1,104
HK$1,293 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,635 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.

Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.

Shawnigan Lake BC
Stay at this holiday home in Shawnigan Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shawnigan Lake Museum and Old Mill Park are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Amenities in good condition Suite smelled heavily deodorized

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Charming suite at the lake, right in the heart of the village.
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street Victoria BC
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,295 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable! Great for a girls trip!

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort

SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort

4 out of 5
1000 Sooke Point Place Sooke BC
Stay at this condo in Sooke. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Secretary (Donaldson) Island and Quimper Park are located ...
SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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