Waters Edge Shoreside Suites is at 1971 Harbour Crescent in Ucluelet, on the harbour and a short drive from Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. The property offers one- and two-bedroom suites, and every suite has a fully equipped kitchen, a living area, a private balcony or patio and complimentary Wi-Fi. Many suites have harbour or ocean views, which gives you the working-harbour atmosphere of Ucluelet, with boats coming and going, from your own deck. It is marked as pet-friendly. For travellers who like to cook, have a family or group, or just want more space than a hotel room, the format is hard to beat on this part of the coast.
Location and getting around
Ucluelet Harbour is the departure point for whale-watching boats and for Broken Group Islands trips, so staying here puts you close to the water. The Wild Pacific Trail and its lighthouse loop are a short drive away, the Ucluelet Aquarium is in town and Long Beach and the Kwisitis Visitor Centre are about a half-hour drive to the north. Tofino is roughly 40 kilometres away, so a car is useful if you plan to split your time between the two towns.
The rooms and the feel
The suites are residential in style, built for stays of several nights, and the kitchens let you cook some meals, which saves money in a place where restaurants can be pricey and busy. Because the suites vary, ask which have harbour views, how many beds are in each configuration and whether the balcony or patio faces the water. The buildings are modest rather than luxurious, and the appeal is space, practicality and the harbour outlook.
Who it suits and what to know: families, groups of friends, long-stay visitors and travellers with dogs will get the most from it, and it is a good fit for early boat departures because you can make breakfast in your own kitchen. Check the pet policy, any fee and the number of pets allowed before you book, because the details are not always stated. Summer sells out well in advance, while autumn and winter offer lower rates and the chance to watch storms from the Ucluelet side.
Confirm parking, check-in arrangements and cancellation terms directly with the property, and pick up groceries in town before you arrive. When you pack, bring reusable bags for groceries, a rain jacket and warm layers for early boat departures. Ask the property about laundry facilities, bedding configurations and the best suites for harbour views, because these details can matter on a longer family stay. A short walk or drive along the harbour also takes you to cafes and the waterfront, which suits a slow morning before an afternoon outing.
Why stay here
- ✓On Ucluelet Harbour
- ✓One- and two-bedroom suites
- ✓Fully equipped kitchen in every suite
- ✓Living area
- ✓Private balcony or patio
- ✓Harbour or ocean views (many suites)
- ✓Complimentary Wi-Fi
- ✓Pet-friendly
Good questions
Where is Waters Edge Shoreside Suites?+
It is at 1971 Harbour Crescent on Ucluelet Harbour, a short drive from Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Tofino is about 40 kilometres away.
Do the suites have kitchens?+
Yes, every suite has a fully equipped kitchen, along with a living area, a private balcony or patio and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Are pets allowed?+
The property is pet-friendly. Confirm the rules, any fee and the number of pets allowed when you book.
