Places to stay in Chemainus, British Columbia
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Chemainus is a town on the east coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Founded as a logging town in 1858, the town is now famous for its 37 outdoor murals. This outdoor gallery has given birth to 300 businesses, including a theatre, antiques dealers, and eateries. The tourist industry stemming from the murals saved the town after its mill closed in the early 1980s. Local restaurants include Kudo's Japanese Restaurant, Haida-Way Restaurant, Kfc, and Mcdonalds.
Wondering where to stay? Lodging options in the town are mainly limited to Bed and Breakfast type accommodations, though there are a few nearby campgrounds and RV parks. If you are travelling in the area, Chemainus is located close to Nanaimo Range, Finlay Brook, Edgell Banks, Cottle Hill and Grave Point.
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Selected and best reviewed properties in Chemainus
The Island Serenity B&B / Guest Suite
Island Serenity was a perfect match for us! Not wanting the traditional B and B where you are with other guests, this guest suite was fully private and offered stunning views of the Stuart Sound right from the private deck. The hosts were very nice and lived up to thier promise of giving us .....
The Chemainus River Campgrounds
The Timeless Rose Bed & Breakfast
More about the areas accommodations and tourism
The name "Chemainus" comes from the native shaman and prophet "Tsa-meeun-is" . Legend says that the man survived a massive wound in his chest to become a powerful chief. His people took his name to identify their community.
On January 13, 2006, a Boeing 737 aircraft was sunk off the coast in order to build an artificial reef.
Other local Chemainus information and places to visit.
- Longitude: -123°44'4.1330
- Latitude: 48°55'48.593
Things to see and do
Excellent Frameworks
Located at 28 Station Street. E.J. Hughes Biography and contributions to Canadian Art
Gallery 223
Located at 223 Commercial Street. Gallery 223 is conveniently located in downtown Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, in a restored heritage building - the former home of the Nanaimo Daily Free Press newspaper.
B C Forest Discovery Centre
Located at 2892 Drinkwater Road. At the BC Forest Discovery Centre, a stroll around the grounds will quickly transform one into an exciting, educational experience. With many exhibits for the whole family, there is always something new to explore.
Nearby towns
Chemainus is close to:
Closed, unlisted or renamed properties
- Bird Song Cottage B&B, 9909 Maple Street
- A Scented Garden B&B, 9913 Maple Street
- Carleton House B&B, 10543 Chemainus Road
- Chemainus Bay B&B, 2886 Esplanade Street
- An Olde Mill House B&B, 9712 Chemainus Road
- Chemainus Tudor Inn, 10050 Panorama Ridge Road