
Yellow Point
You'll find our waterfront resort, Inn of the Sea Vacations at 3600 Yellow Point Road on Vancouver Island - near the Yellow Point Lodge, twenty minutes south of Nanaimo, fifteen minutes from Ladysmith, and only a ninety minute scenic drive north of Victoria BC.
Vancouver Island
FROM THERE TO HERE . . .
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Nanaimo - 20 minutes
Historic town & shopping centres. -
Ladysmith - 15 minutes
Beautiful West Coast community that was named as one of the ten prettiest towns in Canada. -
Chemainus - 25 minutes
"The Little Town that Did." Renowned for its incredible murals & live theatre. -
Cathedral Grove - 40 minutes
Towering Douglas Firs in old growth forest. -
Long Beach - 3 hours
Rugged & wild West Coast waterfront scenery. -
Victoria - 90 minutes
The scenic capital of BC & home of the world famous Fairmont Empress Hotel. -
Mt. Washington - 100 minutes
World class ski resort. -
Butchart Gardens - 110 minutes
Fifty-five acres of floral display - featuring spectacular views, meandering paths and expansive lawns. A Vancouver Island must-see!

How To Find Us
Inn of the Sea Vacations is located at Yellow Point, near Ladysmith BC - and just minutes south of Nanaimo. We are readily accessible by boat, seaplane, ferry and highway, and we feature terrific accommodations for long and short term holidays.
Highway Access
We are located just a few minutes from the Island Highway (a new, modern highway that extends the length of Vancouver Island).
From Victoria, Sidney or Swartz Bay . . .
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If you arrive on Vancouver Island by ferry to Victoria from Port Angeles, or to the town of Sidney from Anacortes, or to Swartz Bay from Tsawwassen, just follow these directions:
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Drive to Highway 1 and head North.
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After driving through Ladysmith, turn right onto Cedar Road.
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Turn right at the Country Market & Gas Station onto Yellow Point Road.
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Turn right onto Tillicum Lane by the INN OF THE SEAsign, just after Yellow Point Lodge.
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Turn immediately right into the property.
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Driving time: Approximately 90 minutes.
From Nanaimo (Departure Bay) . . .
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If you arrive via BC Ferries from the lower mainland to Nanaimo, Departure Bay ferry terminal, follow these directions:
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Drive South on Highway 1 towards Victoria.
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After passing Nanaimo Airport, turn left onto Cedar Road.
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Turn right at the Country Market & Gas Station onto Yellow Point Road.
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Turn right onto Tillicum Lane by the INN OF THE SEAsign, just after Yellow Point Lodge.
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Turn immediately right into the property.
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Driving time: Approximately 30 minutes.
From Nanaimo (Duke Point) . . .
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If you arrive via BC Ferries from the lower mainland to Nanaimo, Duke Point ferry terminal, follow these directions:
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Follow the signs for Victoria (left lane) and turn South onto Highway 1.
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After passing Nanaimo Airport, turn left onto Cedar Road.
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Turn right at the Country Market & Gas Station onto Yellow Point Road.
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Turn right onto Tillicum Lane by the INN OF THE SEAsign, just after Yellow Point Lodge.
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Turn immediately right into the property.
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Driving time: Approximately 30 minutes.
By Air (Vancouver International Airport) . . .
Board the Nanaimo flight and lease a vehicle upon your arrival.
Flight time: 10 minutes. Driving time: 30 minutes.
Enjoy your stay at our Inn of the Sea Vacations, our waterfront resort, Vancouver Island, BC Canada.