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Pacific Sands Beach Resort – reviews, photos

3.0 of 5
1421 Pacific Rim Hwy. | Box 237, Tofino, British Columbia V0R 2Z0, Canada
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169 per night
Pacific Sands Beach Resort
Ranked #1 of 16 hotels in Tofino
4.5 of 5 stars 437 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Cox bay(18)
  • Lighthouse suite(7)
  • Friendly and helpful(6)
  • Very nice(5)
  • West coast(4)
  • Full kitchen(4)
  • Sunset point(3)
  • Hot tub(3)
  • Master bedroom(3)
  • Living room(3)
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great get away!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012
3
people found this review helpful

We love staying at Pacific Sands Resort.. it is so layed back, peaceful, and a stunning ocean view! We stayed there about 18 years ago, and waited way to long to re-stay there.. we celebrated our 25the Wedding anniversary January/2012... and the resort was just as beautiful if not better!
The beach walks, the trail walks to the big rocks out on the ocean, just great!

Pacific Sands is my favourite place!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Lara Kemps, Manager at Pacific Sands Beach Resort, responded to this review
9 February 2012
Dear Susie M,

Thank you very much for taking the time to write a wonderful review on our Resort. We are very happy you enjoyed your time with us during your Anniversary...Congratulations once again! We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

Kind regards
Lara Kemps
Resort Manager
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Vancouver, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“As good as ever”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We love going back to Pacific Sands. We stay in a studio suite with lovely views from the sitting area and the bed. And the lovely cozy fire. Anything you could need (even a teapot!), freidnly, clean and right on a lovely beach. If you want disco... go soemwhere else!!! A great spot for ANY weather - in mid january we had sunshine, hail, snow, wind & calm (but hey no rain!).

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Lara Kemps, Manager at Pacific Sands Beach Resort, responded to this review
9 February 2012
Dear PHL-Canada,

Thank you very much for taking the time to write your wonderful review for us. We truly appreciate the feedback! I am happy to hear that you loved your suite over looking the pounding surf of Cox Bay and we look forward to welcoming you back to our little piece of paradise in the near future.

Kind regards

Lara Kemps
Resort Manager
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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“Getaway!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

We visited Pacific Sands for the 4th time hoping for a BIG storm. We have been so lucky to have the best weather and even though we had bigger surf than we have had before we were told 'this doesn't classify as a storm!". We loved it anyhow! Everything. Walks on the beach, trails, trips to town, and planning our next visit! The suite was amazing. We enjoyed the wine, fireplace, endless supply of popcorn and coffee!
Hope to see you again soon!

Room Tip: Pick the closest to the beach!
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Lara Kemps, Manager at Pacific Sands Beach Resort, responded to this review
9 February 2012
Dear Ursula61,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for our Resort. Looks like we have to speak to Mother Nature and provide you with a Storm for your next visit! Can't wait to welcome you back.

Kind regards

Lara Kemps
Resort Manager
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Vancouver, Canada
1 review
“BIG Storms, Waves and Smiles!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

Arrived the last friday of January and left Monday during a huge storm cycle! Stayed in a Villa suite with amazing ocean views all around but especially from the master suite while lying in bed or soaking in the 2 person jacuzzi tub ;)
The surf right out front in Cox Bay is great, if the swell is and being able to walk back to the villa and have a hot shower changes the game when it comes to these great northern surfing spots. There are even washer & dryers in-suite so you can rinse wet suits and such for the ride home.
The whole resort is VERY well taken care and clean. The staff are great and give you lots of privacy. The espresso bar in the lobby is very helpfull considering the closest cafe is a 10 minute drive lol! I brought my laptop and got free wireless from the couch, which surprised me as we had a villa at the end of the resort!
All-in-all this is a perfect resort for active couples and we couldn't find anything negative about it! Great job guys, we'll be back!

Room Tip: If you can get it, the last villa on the end, #41, has a newly added outdoor hot tub and Weber grill...
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Lara Kemps, Manager at Pacific Sands Beach Resort, responded to this review
9 February 2012
Dear Damon V,

Thank you for taking the time to write your wonderful review for our Resort, we appreciate the feedback...mmmm it is amazing soaking in the Jacuzzi tub overlooking the crashing surf isn't it? glad you enjoyed it and we look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.

Kind regards

Lara Kemps
Resort Manager
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Fernie, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Storm watching”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This was our 3rd trip to Pacific Sands Resort (could be 4th but we lost count over the years). We have been going to the Long beach area every couple of years since 1977 usually RVing. It is one of our favourite places in the world. As far as this last trip and accommodation was concerned my wife said "perfect-perfect perfect". She also said don't tell people as it will get really busy but we are willing to share.

Room Tip: all good but close to the shore if you like waves
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Lara Kemps, Manager at Pacific Sands Beach Resort, responded to this review
9 February 2012
Dear Bruce E,

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our Resort. Please tell your wife that we appreciate her willingness to share her Perfect-Perfect-Perfect Resort! Look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

Kind regards

Lara Kemps
Resort Manager
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Address: 1421 Pacific Rim Hwy. | Box 237, Tofino, British Columbia V0R 2Z0, Canada
Price range (per night):* INR10,922 - 40,607

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