Places to stay in Duncan, British Columbia

Secreted away in the spectacular Cowichan Valley, Duncan is the heart of the Warm Lands. Home to the Cowichan Tribe of the Coast Salish Nation, Duncan enjoys the warmest weather in Canada and is surrounded by some of the most beautiful natural recreational areas this country has to offer. Local restaurants include Nha Trang Maki Sushi, The Old Firehouse Wine & Cocktail Bar, Tin Cup Espresso Bar, and City Square Grill.

We currently have 33 accommodations in and around Duncan with other regional listings available for Campgrounds, Inns, Motels, Hotels and other properties. You can filter listings by the available types:

Wondering where to stay? Lodging options in the region are mainly limited to Bed and Breakfast type accommodations, though there are a few nearby hotels. If you are travelling in the area, Duncan is located close to Ashburnham Creek, James Bay, Cormorant Point, Herring Bay and Squaw-Hay-One Indian Reserve 11.

Other local Duncan information and places to visit.

Duncan is 9 km away from Cowichan Bay, 11 km away from Crofton, 13 km away from Cobble Hill and 16 km away from Salt Spring Island.

Duncan is located at longitude -123°42'28.589 and latitude 48°46'43.286.

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Duncan

Photograph of Heritage Indian Cuisine, Duncan
Heritage Indian Cuisine

B C Forest Discovery Centre ( Art & Culture / Museums ). Located at 2892 Drinkwater Road, Duncan. 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. www.bcforestmuseum.com Link

Chemainus Theatre Festival ( Theatre / Other ). Located at 9737 Chemainus Road, Duncan. We are a vibrant, established and fully professional theatre nestled in the seaside community of Chemainus, BC. We feature some of the finest performers and performances in Canada, Vancouver and Vancouver Island. The Chemainus Theatre Festival is your place to get together and liven up. We are a theatre that looks at life's big pictures - from all kinds of angles. As a non-profit society, we exist to serve Vancouver Island and its visitors by creating exceptional theatre that explores and nourishes truth, hope, redemption, love and the human spirit. Three main goals focus and direct our organization and programming on this dynamic path. They are ambitious, far ranging and seek to impact our local, regional, provincial and national community. Enriching the Region: We strive to produce theatre from a repertoire of classic and award winning plays, to encourage and facilitate the production and sales of arts and crafts in our Gallery, to deliver outstanding hospitality and service in our Playbill Dining room, to utilize our facilities (when available) for the regions cultural and social life, to establish and maintain fiscal stability, and to enrich the lives of Vancouver Island residents and its visitors as a diverse regional arts centre by providing a unique "Chemainus Theatre Festival experience". Advancing the Arts: We strive to develop new Canadian classic adaptations and plays, to employ professional artists and artisans, and to educate, support and inspire artists at all levels of development (student, community, emerging and professional artists). Cultivating the Community: We strive to establish an environment and spirit of service, integrity, respect, cooperation and trust, to ensure a standard of excellence and to motivate all who participate in the Chemainus Theatre Festival. We welcome you to join us - there is a place for anyone and everyone at the Chemainus Theatre Festival!

The Old Fort ( Dining / Other ). Established in 2013, the locals know our location as the “hidden gem” of duncan. Our cooking philosophy is the creation of our executive chef, who prides himself on making food the right way. Chef also wants to know every ingredient that goes into your meal; so he makes it from scratch! No cutting corners. We use quality ingredients to make incredible meals at a great value.  theoldfork.com Link

The Old Firehouse Wine & Cocktail Bar ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Located at 40 Ingram Street, Duncan. The Wine Bar offers artisanal bar culture and great food in a comfortable, welcoming and eclectic atmosphere. We seek to deliver on service, quality of experience, and connection. We offer an extensive collection of wines, cocktails, whiskies and spirits, including a wide variety of local and international choices. And we delve into fun and creative drinks without alcohol too! www.theoldfirehouse.ca Link

Sunflower cafe ( Dining / Other ). A cosy cafe that serves a seasonal, fresh, local organic menu of great breakfasts and lunches. Lattes, cappucccino's, deserts and fresh muffins each morning. Take out and catering. www.suncafe.ca Link

Excellent Frameworks ( Art & Culture / Art Galleries ). Located at 28 Station Street, Duncan. E.J. Hughes Biography and contributions to Canadian Art www.ejhughes.ca Link

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