Outstanding facility with a first rate staff makes this marina a great choice for yachtsmen…read moreexploring Saanich Bay... THE ROSES: State of the art marina facility featuring concrete floats, roomy slips and fairways, and ample power and water. Staff is top-notch, and will come out and help you dock (this is quite important as the afternoon wind in the summer seems to blow in pretty good). Close to shopping and restaurants. One particularly nice looking eatery is right at the top of the dock. THE THORNS: Location can be a bit rocky when the wind is up. Prices are at the upper end, but this is mitigated by the high quality of the marina and service. TOP TIP: Try to get them to assign you a slip in the marina. They will dock boats on the outside float, but you don't want to go there as it can be a bit rocky when the wind is up. THE VERDICT: While rather spendy for transient moorage, Mill Bay Marina provides solid value for money with its excellent facility and superior staff. I recommend.

From the owner: Located in the north west corner of the Saanich Inlet, in the beautiful Cowichan Valley, Mill Bay…read moreMarina is open for fuel sales, long term, short term and transient moorage. We offer power, water and WiFi at our slips. Washrooms, showers, laundry and a sani pump out provide visitors with world class boating amenities. We look forward to welcoming back our old friends and meeting new ones.

Great marina with new docks, lights, and gathering areas. Service is friendly and the fees are…read morereasonable. We enjoyed a great night here and especially liked walking to downtown Sidney from the marina.

Arguably one of the best marinas I've been at. This one is always a top choice for me!…read more THE ROSES: Well maintained facilities. Ample space in the fairways makes maneuvering to dock very easy. Ample water and power. Very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent security. Reasonable prices for what you're getting. THE THORNS: All the power pedestals I've seen have only 50amp outlets. The marina does have loaner adapters for yachtsmen you use 30amp power, but it's a bit of a chore to go get one and then remember to return it before you leave. NEITHER ROSE NOR THORN: Curiously, some of the photos posted are of the resort at Roche Harbor, which is not the marina being reviewed here. THE VERDICT: This large marina is well-located located for explorations in Canada's Gulf Islands. If there's a better-equipped and run marina in this neck of the woods, I haven't seen it yet. Highly recommend!

We are new customers at Van Isle Marina and have been impressed with them since my first phone call…read moreto them. We store our 30' Bayliner in their Yacht Park and love the service they provide. When we want to use our boat, a quick call to schedule with Laura or Emma ensures it is waiting for us, and when we are done at a prearranged date and time, they take care of hauling it out and putting it in blocks. Their staff are friendly and professional, the marina is in beautiful condition, and the Seagrass Bistro is a wonderful place to eat. It seems few companies deliver what they promise these days. Van Isle Marina is an exception and we are thrilled to call it our home port!

From the owner: Moorage, Haulouts, Fuel Dock, Dry Storage, Yacht Sales,read more

Stunning. Low key. Professional. Friendly and an Elvis impersonator on the docks just before…read moresupper. The entire extended family pitches in to service the marina & are always on hand to help guests. Excellent free wifi on the docks & in the clubhouse. Lovely front deck on clubhouse to relax or work (if you must). Good food in the clubhouse & nifty local items to purchase. Highly recommend. But also strongly suggest you make a reservation. The secret's out. This place is as good as it gets! 5 stars

under new owners as of 2023 its still just as beautiful and quiet in the low season, but now cafe…read moreis open more often and the food is better. Clean bathrooms and showers, good wifi. Lovely lawn with Adirondack chairs looking out and across to penelicot island. Weve only ever visited in october and its probably our favorite island that has a marina. If you bring bicycles be sure to ride out to pilkey point!

Clean, safe, and convenient. I'm a fan and have enjoyed this marina for three years…read more I highly recommend. Our boat is safe here.

We had our boat here for a year, the restrooms and showers always clean the security is tight, and…read morewe've never had any problems was anything taken from the boat. The staff in office is very helpful and will answer any questions you have. They have the Marina here and Bellingham and also over in Blaine Washington. Moorage fees also have Electrical and is about $30 a month cheaper then Seattle

this is one of the best marinas I've stayed at, such a good environment, staff are great, facility…read moreis outstanding, such a great experience all around. The docks are so new.

Best marina I've ever been to. The staff is incredible - Carter is the hardest worker out there!…read moreFish tables - SO clean. Docks are super new and also SO clean! The amenities are great, they have showers, laundry, gas, and even ice cream in the summer! Definitely add Fairwinds Marina to your next trip!

Great marina with clean everything. Good mini grocery with some produce. Study docks and…read morewell-maintained ramps. We'll return for this beautiful harbor.

If you're not in the mood to anchor out or try to find a mooring ball in Montague Harbor, Montague…read moreHarbor Marina is a good alternative. THE ROSES: Well maintained physical plant in a wonderfully protected bay. Ample 30A and 15A power. Fuel dock with gasoline and diesel at reasonable prices. Marina staff is professional and very pleasant. Clean washrooms. The marina has a nice little store and a really nice pub/eatery (Crane and Robin) on premises. You can also rent kayaks and scooters here. They take reservations for dock space. Some nice restaurants (Pilgrimme, Hummingbird Pub) nearby. THE THORNS: Due to an acute water shortage on the island, there is no water for refilling boat tanks or showers. No Pumpout station (closest one is Ganges public dock, 5 miles away on Salt Spring Island). THE VERDICT: Well worth the visit and worth paying the premium for not having to dinghy in. Recommend.

Great staff! Friendly and helpful. The cart ride to town is a fabulous asset! Clean bathrooms and…read moregreat dock assistants.

Great staff, lovely harbor .. easy access to the quaint town of Langley. A must stop for boaters…read more Cart driver is very sweet.

Beautiful spot to check into Canada and dock a boat. The docks are well cared for and the walk to…read morethe bathrooms, pools, and resort restaurants and steam cave is lovely. Our experiences have been delightful--friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. It's a great stop!

From the owner: Rated as one of the top ten anchorages in the Western Hemisphere by Motor Boating and Sailing…read moreMagazine, Poets Cove Marina offers 110 deep water slips for boats up to 100 feet. With access to restaurants, spa and amenities at the world-class Poets Cove Resort & Marina.