Discover Tigh-Na-Mara

No resort fees

Tigh-Na-Mara believes in transparency and providing experiences to last a lifetime. That means no hidden fees. We want you to enjoy everything we have to offer as part of your stay with us:

Relax and Enjoy the Resort

We invite you to reconnect here and enjoy spending quality time with each other while exploring one of the most spectacular locations in the world, Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Reconnect, relax and discover Tigh-Na-Mara, Vancouver Island’s Natural Choice for vacationing families, romantic retreats, corporate meetings, events and spa getaways.

Enjoy our 22 acre forested oceanfront resort featuring 3kms of sandy beach and the warmest ocean swimming waters, the largest seasonal recreation program on the Island, the award winning Grotto Spa and it's restaurant the Treetop Tapas & Grill, Parksville's favourite Cedars Restaurant & Lounge, an indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna and exercise gym, a sport court and rooftop outdoor relaxation area with giant chess and a place for self guided yoga and relaxation, a playground and bbq areas. Visit our special little boutique representing over 40 local artisans and enjoy 10,000 sq ft of event space for your retreat, meeting, convention or celebration.

192 Handcrafted
Log Guestrooms
Award Winning
Grotto Spa
Activities and
Recreation
Free parking
And Charging
Complimentary
Wifi

We are Pet Friendly

At Tigh-Na-Mara we understand that some family members have four legs and vacationing with them is part of the fun! We are pleased to welcome your pets year-round in our one and two bedroom Rustic Cottages, throughout our resort grounds, and on the beach.

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Grotta Spa

Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara believes in offering guest experiences that go beyond the expected. Named #1 Spa in Canada, the Grotto Spa guarantees you'll leave feeling refreshed and re-energized, from head to toe!

Grotto Spa Reservations

Cedars Restaurant and Bar

Discover a new twist on your old favourites and enjoy the city’s best lounge - both are the perfect place to sit back and relax over a fine wine, craft beer, signature cocktail, specialty coffee or soothing cup of tea.

Menu Order Takeout

Going Green at Tigh-Na-Mara

Our Team and the environment are our most precious assets. Tigh-Na-Mara is committed to continually enhance our guest services in a respectful, supportive and natural environment. We are grateful to have 22 acres in one of the most beautiful parts of Vancouver Island, and perhaps, the world. Tigh-Na-Mara recognizes our role in stewardship for this property. We support our community and the environment through sustainable practices while creating memorable guest experiences.

Things to Do

Take advantage of all that Tigh-Na-Mara has to offer:

Explore our 22 acres of tranquil forest and 3 kilometres of sandy beach. Definitely, bring your camera to capture the natural beauty that surrounds us including hundreds of species of birds like Bald Eagles, Herons and Northern Flickers as well as an abundance of marine life all at our doorstep. Enjoy all the great amenities our resort provides and contact us with any questions, so we can help you and your family create the getaway that you’re looking for

At the resort Surrounding area

Pines Gift Shop

Featuring the works of Vancouver Island and British Columbia artisans, we are more than a gift shop. The Pines is stocked with all your needs from snacks, toothpaste, designer apparel, artisan teas, specialty soaps, to games, books, toys, to one of a kind artisans to gorgeous giftware. Stop by to see the great selections and savings you won’t find in any other shop in the region. Our friendly staff look forward to assisting with all your shopping needs.

Hours of Operation:
Sun - Thurs 9am 5pm
Fri & Sat 9am 6pm

Business Centre

Our business centre is located on the upper floor of the conference centre and offers our guests a work station, monitor, printer and high speed internet.

Concierge Services

Our professional guest services team is available to help you book off-site excursions, arrange a rental car or recommend local attractions.

Car Rental and Shuttle Services

We would be pleased to arrange shuttle service in advance within the Nanaimo or Parksville areas as well as to ferry, seaplane terminals and airports. For additional information please email info@tigh-na-mara.com.

Laundry

We have several coin-operated laundry facilities conveniently located throughout the property; beside the playground, in the lower level of the Jedediah building and across from the Grotto Spa.

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