The Wickaninnish Inn

Perched at the very edge of the Pacific, Wickaninnish Inn is far more than a destination — it is an experience that stays with you long after you leave. My few days there last week were nothing short of magical. The location itself is breathtaking: wild ocean views, crashing waves, endless sky, and the kind of stillness that invites reflection and renewal. There is a rare feeling of remoteness here, yet every detail of the inn makes you feel deeply cared for and connected. Time seems to slow down in the best possible way. What truly sets the experience apart is the people. The passion, warmth, and genuine love for the property are palpable from the moment you arrive. The staff embody an extraordinary level of hospitality — gracious, thoughtful, and effortlessly attentive — while the ownership’s dedication to preserving the spirit and beauty of this remarkable place can be felt in every corner. The Wickaninnish Inn offers something increasingly rare: space to breathe, reflect, and simply be present. It is luxury without pretension, nature without compromise, and hospitality at its very finest. A truly unforgettable retreat and time exceptionally well spent.

Such an incredible place with a locale that can't be topped. So peaceful and serene, we left the door open every night to hear the waves and wind. We didn't eat dinner at The Pointe but did eat breakfast there twice and the food was top notch. The fruit juice blends they had were a nice change from my usual OJ. Shout out to our server Mustafa for being professional and giving us a solid hiking recommendation. This is one of those places that if you can stay here you really should! Tofino is not an easy place to get to in general but its worth the effort, very special place!

Beautiful hotel with fantastic views over the ocean and great service. I especially recommend the Cedar Escape spa treatment - thanks must go to the lovely Bernadette for a wonderful massage, truly 5*! We also enjoyed brunch in the hotel bar - food and coffee were good, service was prompt and the waiters were super kind to our baby boy (who lapped up the attention!).

there is a BUT, keep reading….Service, staff, room, property, experience, location, amenities…others have said it, just 5 star. We had a room that was $900+ a night, and for a special occasion, absolutely no regrets. This is west coast Canadian experience not to be missed. So well managed and staff is young, energetic and well trained. They get it. the location and beach is unforgettable. Just do it. Now the BUT….there is a disconnect between the Inn and the dining experience. It was still a five star three night stay, no question. Tofino has some amazing dining experiences which challenge what the Wik can offer. We had 2 breakfasts at the Point Restaurant and they were great. Perfect, in fact. Our special last night dinner was Table d’Hote, which we looked forward to. The menu tried too too hard…the wild rice appetizer was very good, the service beyond great, the beef tenderloin and lamb were okay…minimalist, sauces but forgettable TBH…the desserts we choose both had a lot of berry fruit and were nicely presented, but frankly, had no discernible taste. I won’t get into the family with 1 and 3 year olds beside us on window seats for 2.5 hours until 8:30pm, but you get the picture. Anyways, we dropped $575…lot of great food down the road in Tofino, which I would recommend. Driftwood Cafe food is very meh, like a Starbucks …tho coffee and staff are great. We will return and experience more of the town cuisine, which is truly world class.

Incredible location, staff and service . Will return next year for sure. Minutes away from Tofino and Pacific Rim National Park. Can't beat walking on Chesterman Beach which is just outside the door. Watching the surfers is an added bonus !