On the waterfront, Heriot Bay Inn combines natural beauty with lively entertainment. Savor a meal at Herons Restaurant, unwind by the marina or catch live shows on site. With in-room WiFi and activities like karaoke and billiards/pool table, this inn offers something for everyone.
Rebecca Spit Marine Provincial Park - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Beaver Lake - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
September Lake - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
Kwagiulth Museum and Cultural Center - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre - 15 min drive - 12.8 km
Getting around
Quadra Island, BC (YQJ-April Point Seaplane Base) - 20 min drive
Campbell River, BC (YHH-Campbell River Water Aerodrome) - 37 min drive
Campbell River, BC (YBL) - 43 min drive
Desolation Sound, BC (YDS) - 46 min drive
Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 81 min drive
Gorge Harbour, BC (YGE) - 85 min drive
Mansons Landing, BC (YMU) - 108 min drive
Cortes Bay, BC (YCF-Cortes Island) - 118 min drive
Refuge Cove, BC (YRC-Refuge Cove Seaplane Base) - 16.5 miles/26.6 km
Stuart Island, BC (YRR-Nanook Lodge Seaplane Base) - 20.1 miles/32.4 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 33 min drive
Tim Hortons - 34 min drive
Starbucks - 34 min drive
Boston Pizza - 34 min drive
Royal Canadian Legion - 33 min drive
About this property
Heriot Bay Inn
A great choice for a stay in Quadra Island, Heriot Bay Inn features a marina. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Herons Restaurant, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
On the beach
Concerts/live shows
Karaoke
Shopping
Pool table
Bicycle rentals nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Marina
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Herons Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night
Policies
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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Heriot Bay Inn
Heriot Bay Inn And Marina Hotel Quadra Island
Heriot Bay Inn Quadra Island
Heriot Bay Quadra Island
Heriot Bay
Heriot Bay Inn Inn
Heriot Bay Inn Quadra Island
Heriot Bay Inn Inn Quadra Island
Frequently asked questions
Does Heriot Bay Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Heriot Bay Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Heriot Bay Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Heriot Bay Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Heriot Bay Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Heriot Bay Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and fishing. Heriot Bay Inn also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Heriot Bay Inn?
Yes, Herons Restaurant offers American cuisine.
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Reviews
Heriot Bay Inn Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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8/10 Very good
Apr 6, 2026
Very friendly staff always willing to help and go out of their way to do so. Great location by the Cortes ferry and right by the beach. Bit noisy as could hear all neighbours and the allowance of dogs in the room across the hall barking. Would have been nice to have a fridge and microwave in hallway where kettle and coffee maker is. Would stay again
Kathleen
Kathleen, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 12, 2026
Dated and a bit tired, but good sized cabin, clean and functional. Good stocked kitchen and great location within walking distance of Cortes ferry and grocery store/cafe. Like other reviews, yes, mattress is hard and bedroom curtains need to be thick/darker.
Off season kitchen closes at 7pm so plan accordingly!
Ron
Ron, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
Front desk lady and restaurant hosts were exceptional
Shane
Shane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2025
Beautiful spot. Wonderful staff
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
Quaint and cozy, clean and comfy
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2025
Staff super friendly and professional.
Simon
Simon, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2026
I absolutely loved this little place. The building has tons of old charm. The rooms were super clean and the beds were comfortable. The staff was great to deal with from start to finish and the restaurant was cute. I would imagine it’s even better here when they have the large patio open in the summer.
When I say the building had charm, it looked like the original slightly slanted floors, windows (maybe) and door locks. It was all awesome.
I will be staying here again when I go back.
Alissa
Alissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2025
Nice location and friendly staff. Wish the blinds would have closed all the way in the bedroom
Evelyn
Evelyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Clean room. Cozy quiet place. No frills but just perfect.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2025
Great location; very friendly folks working in pub, at the front desk & in the restaurant; very good meal in the restaurant; good chowder in the pub; building was nice & quiet after 11pm; bed was very comfy & bedding was good quality.
Connie Miller
Connie Miller, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 28, 2025
An older property with simple rooms, great local colour, and gorgeous location.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
Delighted and Planning to go Back Soon
We stayed in one of the three cabins behind the inn. Our cabin was larger than expected, and had a full kitchen with dishes, cutlery, coffee maker...all the important stuff. Pub downstairs was cool, and the crazy view from the kitchen tanle made my morning coffee worthwhile. Loved it there and will be rebooking.
Rob
Rob, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2024
Loved the history and ghost stories!
Carissa
Carissa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
We stayed two nights here with a toddler and it was a great little getaway before our big camping trip. It was relaxing and everyone was friendly.
Courtney
Courtney, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2024
I loved the charm of this old building and how well restored it is The staff are super friendly and helpful A nice place for a restful break from the busy world
paula
paula, 6-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 28, 2025
Stunning views. Room was very different than what was advertised on Expedia.
Sharon
Sharon, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 26, 2024
Lovely location for this heritage property. Teensy tiny room and unique bathroom. Don’t expect luxury but fun and I’d stay again!
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 12, 2025
It is a lovely heritage building ideally located on the cove with great views to Heriot island.
However the room was very disappointing. Not the same as photos … no window in room, and poor cleanliness / state of repair.
Katy
Katy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2024
Historic Inn in a beautiful location. No TV or modern type amenities might bother some, but made for a very peaceful two evenings . Rooms are smaller due to age of the building but had a small private veranda . Brian at the front desk was very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed staying here.
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 19, 2024
Rooms were small, but clean and tidy
Jeffry
Jeffry, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 3, 2024
Very unique property and gorgeous location. I will be back!!
Clare
Clare, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
We stayed at Heriot Bay Inn for our 10-year wedding anniversary and it was absolutely amazing from start to finish.
First off, the staff were incredible — genuinely friendly, welcoming, and so helpful throughout our stay. The rooms were cute and quaint, with the perfect cozy charm that made it easy to relax and unwind.
The inn itself feels like a beautiful heritage building, full of character and history, adding a special touch to the whole experience. And the view of the Bay? Just stunning. Watching the sunrise and sunset here will quite literally take your breath away.
We also loved the on-site pub — the food was incredible, fresh, and full of flavor. And with the Cortes Ferry just down the street, it was easy to take a spontaneous little day trip to explore even more of this beautiful area.
This place made our anniversary feel truly special. We’re so happy we chose to stay here, and we’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a magical getaway!
Breanna
Breanna, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 17, 2025
I just liked the joint.. it's not high end in a way an "okay overall stay". The staff are friendly, interesting people, laid back in general. The surroundings are lovely and it's pet friendly. Basically you'll be staying in the old jewel of Quadra Island where most tourists and locals alike seem very fond of it, regardless of age. Having said that you are part of a hospitality community as well as a guest. Not sure if that makes sense. If in you ever spent time working seasonally in a tourism and locally loved haunt in Banff or Canmore you will nostalgically take it in stride. Keep in mind sometimes the pub hosts a live band. You're in a harbour so you will hear it anyhow but ask about your room's location if you like quiet earlier at night. Clarify with hotel if there are recommended quiet times posted and observed. I don't recall noticing music late into the night from my room. I was not located above the pub side of the hotel.
Basically kinda like the Sylvia in Vancouver. Bed was okay for comfort but I like a firm mattress. Rooms are not roomy. No coffee./tea or kettle in your room but an area in hallway set up for coffee/tea that may or may not be ready before 7:30 AM. Just stay on island time.
KAT
KAT, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jul 7, 2024
Amazing oceanfront property and unique old hotel that brings you back in time. There is also a lovely gift shop in the lobby. Started off in a standard room. Very simple with a double bed and a single bed with in suite bathroom. Unfortunately nothing more. No coffee maker, no blow dryer (had to get one from front desk), and directly above the pub so when the live music started playing Friday night, there was no sleeping. Walls and windows were vibrating and the pounding music would have been much better if I didn’t have a headache and wanted to be in the pub. That said, we were fortunate enough to be offered another quieter room due to a cancellation, so customer service was top notch. We were also upgraded and did not have to pay extra. Sadly due to staffing issues, the hotel restaurant doesn’t open until 4pm so no place to get coffee or breakfast. Would have loved to have seen a coffee urn in the lobby considering the proximity and availability of coffee shops on the island. The heritage site can be appreciated for what it is and it is understandable that things are what they are, but slightly inconvenient. Price reflects what you get. Stay started out a bit rough especially without air conditioning and very loud room, but was turned around with the customer service. We ended up in a room with an outdoor patio where fresh air flowed through the door all night and kept us cooler.
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2025
Felt so welcome, very nice staff and room was very quaint and peaceful. Would definitely stay again.
Pub has fantastic food and staff. Very warm welcoming atmosphere.