As one of my favourite hotels on Vancouver Island, the Wickaninnish Inn is recognized among an exclusive group of hotels acknowledged for providing exceptional guest experiences through outstanding service, design, and attention to detail.

Above photo: Wickaninnish Inn – Simone Mondino

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The prestigious Michelin Guide Keys are crafted to assist travellers in identifying hotels that offer unparalleled hospitality. Embracing the same exacting standards that have cemented the Michelin Guide as a gold standard for restaurant ratings, this updated rating system spotlights hotels that stand out in delivering top-notch service, captivating design aesthetics, unique personality, and character, all of which significantly enhance the guest experience. The award of two Michelin Keys unequivocally underscores the Wickaninnish Inn’s unwavering dedication to blending rustic elegance, sustainability, and an exceptional guest experience.

Charles McDiarmid, Maître de Maison of Wickaninnish Inn, shared his gratitude for this recognition: “We are deeply honoured to be among the first recipients of the Michelin Keys in Canada. It’s a testament to the dedication, passion, and commitment to unforgettable guest experiences that each member of the Wickaninnish Inn team demonstrates daily. This recognition inspires us to continue elevating our service and sustainability efforts. We would like to congratulate our fellow Canadian Relais & Châteaux properties also honoured by Michelin Guide 2024: Fogo Island Inn with 3 Keys, Manoir Hovey and Auberge Saint-Antoine with 2 Keys, Post Hotel & Spa and Wedgewood Hotel with 1 Key.”

Nestled on the rugged coastline of Vancouver Island, the Wickaninnish Inn has long been celebrated for its harmonious blend of natural surroundings, genuine hospitality and rustic elegance. With sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, locally inspired cuisine, and a deep commitment to sustainability, the Inn offers guests a uniquely immersive and rejuvenating experience.

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Aside from its wild and adrenaline-fueled surfing excursions and intimate lover’s strolls along deserted white sand beaches, you can now add exceptional dining and outstanding lodgings to your list of reasons to visit Tofino. For those desiring a more luxurious experience after a day exploring this vast outdoor playground, Tofino is coming into its own.

Read my travel story at The Bahamas Weekly.

Photo: The Pointe Restaurant at the Wickaninnish Inn, Tofino BC Canada

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