Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge

Gloriously remote and set in one of Canada’s wildest and most astounding natural settings, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is a luxury settlement in the style of the turn-of-the-century prospectors, complete with canvas tents and central guest outpost. Clayoquot offers guests an unforgettable experience of Vancouver Island’s Clayoquot Sound, where the landscape and wildlife combine in an enchanting adventure. Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is open seasonally during the warmer months from May to September.

The sights and sounds of Vancouver Island’s wild west coast are welcomed into the 25 luxury canvas guest tents which line the ocean shores and dot the ancient growth forest, a tribute to the pioneering pursuits of the turn-of-the-century prospectors with contemporary comforts and custom furnishings. A stone’s throw away lies Clayoquot Sound, surrounded by coastal landscapes and towering forests where a swag of adventures awaits.

Room Information

Hillside Family

4+4

115㎡

The Hillside Family is made up of two adjoining tents and is set high on the hillside among the lush old and new growth rainforest with views of Clayoquot Sound. Ideal for families or friends travelling together.

Waterfront Ensuite

55㎡

Waterfront Ensuite tents are located on both sides of the Bedwell Bridge and line the banks of the estuary and the sound offering direct views to the water and its boisterous wildlife.

Waterfront Deluxe

48㎡

Lining the banks of the sound and offering sweeping views of the ocean and Bedwell River, the Waterfront Deluxe is ideal for spotting wildlife right on the doorstep or welcoming the rising sun from the deck.

Rainforest Ensuite

55㎡

The Rainforest Ensuite features a generous king bed, open-plan lounge flowing to the outdoor deck with traditional Adirondack chairs made for relaxing with a book and drinking in the view.

Rainforest Deluxe

48㎡

Enveloped in the cool reserves of old and new growth forest, the Rainforest Deluxe features a generous king bed set beneath the canvas canopy and spacious ensuite bathroom just steps away.

Check-in: 15:30

Check-out: 12:00

Summary Information

Year of Open:

2000

Refurbished:

2021

No of Room:

Child Policy:

6yrs old

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Facilities

The Cookhouse

Located on the foreshore of Clayoquot Sound and welcoming magnificent views of its vast oceanic wilderness, The Cookhouse is the hub of dining, drinking and lounging. The main restaurant features an open kitchen promising entertaining coal-face style theatre and a dailychanging menu of locally sourced sustainable produce. Generous lounging flows to the decks outside, a perfect spot to relax and drink in the views. In the evenings a fire draws in guests for s’mores and shared stories. Adjacent canvas tents welcome special occasion or private dining, live music events and a friendly game of billiards.

The Ivanhoe Lounge

Named for Clayoquot’s vintage 110-foot landing craft boat, the SS Ivanhoe, the Ivanhoe rests at the very edge of the estuary where the Bedwell River spills into the Pacific Ocean. Located adjacent to the restaurant, The Ivanhoe is a dedicated bar and lounge with floor-toceiling glass welcoming in views of the sound with one of the world’s most diverse natural environments sees bears, eagles, blue herons, otters, and seals go about their business on the foreshore. Inside, guests lounge with handcrafted cocktails in generous leather armchairs and on swarthy lounges warmed by a cast iron stove. A menu of canapés and bar snacks complements premium wines, craft beers and small-batch spirits.

Healing Grounds Spa

The Healing Grounds Spa is a sanctuary perched on the water’s edge where the rainforest meets the rhythmic currents of river and ocean. After magnificent adventures, guests’ muscles are eased with rejuvenating treatments featuring the Canadian made Beauty Through Balance spa care range, enriched with local botanicals and marine minerals. The spa features two indoor treatment rooms, a waterfront massage tent, a wood-fired sauna and a series of relaxing hot tubs set in the decks, looking out to the sound and surrounding coastal forest.

Included

Room Rate

What's included

All rates quoted in Canadian Dollars (CAD) – please see below for relevant taxes and additional charges.

Rates apply per tent, per night for a maximum of two guests.
Extra Person rate available.

A stay at the lodge is generously all-inclusive of;

breakfast, lunch and dinner with inspired daily changing menus
a premium selection of wines, beers and spirits
signature guided experiences
one 60-minute relaxation massage per stay (adults and youths only).

Bedwell Safari

Enjoy standard inclusions plus:

Stay 7 Pay 6 (One complimentary night)
Additional 60 minute relaxation massage

What's not included

Seaplane and boat transfers to and from Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge

Tax & Surcharge

In lieu of tipping, please note

A 14% Service Charge is applied to the pre-tax total bill for the benefit of all our resort staff
A Lodge Fee of 3% applies to all reservations
Federal GST is added at 5%.

Cancellation Policy

We do our best to accommodate guest requests under extraordinary circumstances, but due to our short season and remote location, we cannot make exceptions to our deposit and cancellation policies.

As such, for cancellations outside of 90 days from arrival, a $500 per person cancellation fee is applied, with the remaining deposit refunded. Cancellations made within 90 days of arrival result in full forfeiture of the deposit paid.

Refunds may not be granted in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruptions. We very strongly recommend for peace of mind all guests purchase travel insurance.