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Bayside Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection

4.2(1,232)
Hotel

About

Bayside Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection offers streamlined, modern rooms with ocean views and premium touches like Nespresso machines. The boutique hotel balances West Coast authenticity with luxury, featuring seven versatile event spaces including a spacious ballroom and professional boardrooms ideal for meetings and retreats.

Onsite amenities include an oceanfront restaurant and lounge, an outdoor pool, gym, and direct beach access. Conveniently located near Qualicum Airport and Nanaimo ferries, Bayside provides a dynamic yet relaxing setting for business gatherings and multi-night stays with stunning coastal scenery.

Best for

  • Executive retreats & board meetings
  • Client dinners with ocean views
  • Multi-night group stays & team relaxation

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Location
Oceanfront bluff above Parksville Beach
The resort sits on a bluff overlooking Parksville Beach, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and nearby coastal mountains. This setting provides a serene and inspiring backdrop for business events and relaxation.
Event Spaces
Seven versatile event spaces including a ballroom and boardrooms
The Bayside offers a range of dedicated event spaces from the expansive Tidal Ballroom to professional boardrooms and a semi-private dining room, accommodating various business event needs with a dynamic yet relaxing environment.
On-Site Amenities
Oceanfront restaurant, outdoor pool, gym, and beach access
Guests can enjoy the Oceanfront Restaurant & Lounge with gourmet offerings, an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and direct access to the beach, providing a full-service hospitality experience that supports both work and leisure.

At a glance

Rated 4.2 on Google · 1,232 reviews