Galiano Oceanfront Inn & Spa

Galiano Inn “HH”~ “Happy Hour” E-Bike Island hopping is something everyone should experience if given the chance, especially if they are so-called retired, but still having to work odd jobs to meet ends, thus this is a very reasonable short get-away for a week or so. Once in the islands the cost for the squeaky clean and very adequately operated BC Ferries (saying this with confidence, in comparison to the many other countries ferry systems I have personally used), BC Ferry system is a 3 plus, and up to a 4, out of 5, in some areas, with all the necessities. You and your e-bike/bicycle are a minimal fare, and if you are a lucky retired Canadian, I’m told Monday through Thursday its a free walk-on. Every island hop offers its own special values, as one experiences the different inheritance “of the folks of those early days” having used their particular knowledge and expertise to deal with each of the different islands needs, and respect. Having said this, I happened to be switching over from one island to another and on a midway stop over on Galiano Island, the “Gem of The Gulf Islands” they call it, had walking up the road and reading the sandwich-boards at the top of the dock, and realised very quickly that here was the perfect opportunity to try out the Happy Hour advertised at the Galiano Inn & Spa. And heavens behold it was just my wallet size and truly delightful, thinking it would be a little steep by way of its attractive grounds and beautiful entry setting, one can mosey in knowing you are in a special place, especially by the well-kept gardens, silently in my mind complimenting the garden crew as truly deserving. Unfortunately, I had missed the outside summer venue (in the photo) by a few days, as the season had just changed, but my view from behind a sturdy 3ft round 3-inch-thick redwood bar height table, was awesome, from where I was seated, I could even observe and see my ferry approaching from a distance, and leave to catch it all in good time. In this swanky but comfortable restaurant, of this Galiano Hotel & SPA, the foyer proudly displays a full wall of the most incredible collage of whale and ocean art, so beautiful. Now price wise their HH burger was only $13 and a darn good tasty burger it was, they also had sashimi and potstickers, (and I tried the mushroom potstickers, which had that nice slightly seared or burnt edge at the seal, very delicious) also presented was a tofu dish, and a crispy plate of wings, rings etc. A lager in a fair-sized glass was about $7.00 so my bill was under $40.00 Ca. plus tax., (like $28USA) and I was treated in such a courteous manner by the lady serving me, named Abby, friendly, impeccable manners and decency, leaving me with this joyous feeling of having been welcomed, well-fed, and along with a little buzz from the 2 Barnside local Lagers, I was just loving every moment of it riding back to the ferry.. I’ll be back on Galiano Island soon to visit the Famous Hummingbird Inn a friend has been ta

This place has great potential but lacking on some key things. Pros: -Beautiful views, peaceful space. -Loved having a fireplace on the patio -great patio with a soaker tub Cons: -No firewood supplied to your room and you don’t know this until after we arrived. You can have it for $25 for about 5-6 pieces. But problem is if you arrive after 5pm there is no one at the desk to help with this. -No one is at the Front desk after 5pm so you can’t even get assistance till the next day at 9am. Check in isn’t until 4pm but the ferry doesn’t even arrive till 5:05… you see the issue with this. -Restaurant at the Inn wasn’t even available for us as they had a fundraiser night but didn’t know till we were there. This was a Birthday weekend so super disappointed on that. -great kitchen but the frying pans all the non-stick was coming off. Health hazard -carpets dirty in bedroom -Bathroom shower head was super nasty and needed a descaling badly. -Bed wasn’t very comfortable and pillows were flat. - Hot tub was out of service when we were there, again didn’t know this until we arrived. Just felt for the price these things should have been SO much better. It is a beautiful area and place but all the little things really added up to review this place with just an average review.

Our group of five women stayed in a Villa suite and a spa suite for three days and nights. We had a wonderful time! The rooms were well equipped - both had king beds, pullout queens, jacuzzi tubs, coffee makers, and microwaves. The villa suite also had a fully equipped kitchen (no oven though) and a large living room, a separate bedroom and bbq and fire pit. Mostly we cooked in the Villa suite but we also enjoyed an incredibly delicious dinner at the Galiano Inn's restaurant. You can also enjoy a massage or facial at the onsite spa. We visited the koi pond every day to check on the fish (pictured). Our little getaway helped us all to relax, recharge, chat, laugh and eat together. Highly recommended!