On Vancouver Island, The Latch Inn offers a tranquil retreat near Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. Savor the local breakfast, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or explore the garden and nearby Sidney-Washington State Ferry Terminal. With free WiFi and multilingual staff, this B&B has left guests impressed with its first-rate property condition.
Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Resthaven Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Port Sidney Marina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Gulf Islands National Park Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Butchart Gardens - 19 min drive - 17.5 km
Getting around
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 9 min drive
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 80 min drive
Saturna Island, BC (YAJ-Lyall Harbour Seaplane Base) - 81 min drive
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 86 min drive
Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base) - 101 min drive
Mayne Island, BC (YAV-Miners Bay Seaplane Base) - 102 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 102 min drive
Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 12.3 miles/19.7 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Maple Palace 2.0 - 6 min drive
Five & Dime - 5 min drive
Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen - 6 min drive
Serious Coffee - 5 min drive
About this property
The Latch Inn
When you stay at The Latch Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. Free perks include local cuisine breakfast, WiFi, and self parking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
6 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 19
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 30 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free local cuisine breakfast
Shared microwave
Room service (limited hours)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in lobby
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bike storage
Romance packages
Facilities
Built in 1925
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Reception hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
No elevator (single level property)
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Heating
Fan
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping once per stay
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per pet, per day
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Latch Inn B&B Sidney
Latch Inn B&B
Latch Sidney
The Latch Inn Sidney
The Latch Inn Restaurant
The Latch Inn B B restaurant
The Latch Inn Bed & breakfast
The Latch Inn Bed & breakfast Sidney
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Latch Inn?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 30 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CAD 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Latch Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Latch Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Latch Inn and nearby?
The Latch Inn has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around The Latch Inn like?
The Latch Inn is a short 1-minute walk from Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary and 11 minutes' walk from Resthaven Park.
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Reviews
The Latch Inn Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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.
9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, outstanding, and delicious with a wide variety of options. (107 reviews)
Parking was free, easy, and conveniently located with a large designated parking lot. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2026
It was a lovely inn, kind service and a comfortable setting
Such a lovely spot, quiet, clean with great service. Beautiful views with easy parking
Dave
Dave, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2025
Our room was spotless and we so appreciated the staff letting us check in early! The breakfast was excellent, so all in all a wonderful stay at an absolutely charming hotel!
Thank you so much!
Deb
Deb, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 10, 2025
Very clean room, comfy bed, loved the historical charm!
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 23, 2026
The staff are friendly and helpful. Very accommodating.
Clean room. Quiet. Beautiful old hotel and very original.
Will come again.
Kim Yoon
Kim Yoon, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2025
Breakfast included
Lovely garden/outside areas
Quaint
Dianne
Dianne, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 16, 2025
The team at The Latch was welcoming. Breakfast was delicious. It’s an older, stately property with comfortable beds, spacious gathering areas, and fresh baked goods.
Drue
Drue, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
The Latch in is very comfortable - elegance from an earlier century: large rooms with a comfortable bed and places to sit - a place where you don't mind spending a bit of time. Breakfast is wonderful - adding to the pleasure of your stay.
William
William, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Quiet and very clean hotel.
Hong
Hong, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2026
We love the Latch for so many reasons! Location = quiet (heard owls early this morning). History = it’s a unique structure and story. Hospitality = by FAR the best breakfast you will ever have included in your stay. Eggs Benny or omelet, the freshest, sweetest fruit, high quality bacon. The STAFF, go above and beyond in every way. And to top it all off, pets are welcome, a small dog park is nearby. Our dog gets pretty excited when she sees we are going to the Latch!
Lee-Ann
Lee-Ann, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Great breakfasts, quiet, lots of old charm and great service
Bradley
Bradley, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
I would love to go again
The building is beautiful and historic. Lovely rooms and common space.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
great location next to ferry docks and sidney - quiet cove area
Lars
Lars, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Property is very nice convenient to Vancouver Ferry, Butchard Gardens and Butterfly World, less than 25 min drive to Victoria Downtown.
Joel Anthony
Joel Anthony, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2025
Greater older style house (was built in 1929 as the Lieutenant's mansion) with a large room (mine, the Library, anyway). There was a great breakfast in the morning with an actual menu.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 31, 2026
It's a lovely property and the manager was very friendly, the breakfast was excellent. The bedroom was clean if you didn't look closely under the bed on the windowsill around the window frames and everywhere or the human eye typically doesn't go, there was thick dust. Also on the bathroom window screens, cobwebs on the radiators and the windows. The tub the sink everything else was clean. We still enjoyed our stay - But so much dust and cobwebs really stood out to me that the cleaners were not doing a great job.
shona
shona, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 26, 2025
Quaint old BnB near to the ferry terminal.
A good option for a one night stay. The staff were friendly and helpful. A charming older building that was mostly OK apart from the bathroom which needed upgrading.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Everything was romantic, beautiful and comfortable with very friendly service.
Grace
Grace, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
The host was amazing - exceptionally welcoming and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. Breakfast was outstanding as well. I would stay here again when in Sydney.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Historic property set in a beautiful garden with ocean view. Excellent breakfast cooked to order is included in the room cost.
Mary Jane
Mary Jane, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Quaint and historical
We were very pleased with our overnight stay. The room was large and comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast that was included with our reservation. Parking was very convenient and the grounds were lovely.
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Quaint, quiet, and so beautiful!
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Lovely property and beautiful service
carol
carol, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2025
Lovely staff, wonderful breakfast!!No view from our bedroom of the cove, but it was fine.