Your Local Guide to the Comox Valley

Where to Stay

• Old House Hotel & Spa – Riverside location with a great on-site spa and restaurant.
• Kingfisher Oceanside Resort – Upscale getaway with ocean views and spa sanctuary.
• The Riding Fool Hostel (Cumberland) – Budget-friendly and great for mountain bikers.

Places to Eat

• Locals Restaurant – Farm-to-table dining with upscale West Coast flavours.
• Riders Pizza – Serving up creative pizzas, local brews, and a signature polenta crust with serious crunch.
• Taco Bandito – Authentic, 100% gluten-free Mexico City–style street tacos made fresh from scratch.

Bars & Pubs

• Land & Sea Brewing Co. – Offering small-batch craft beer, tasty eats, and a welcoming community vibe.
• Ace Brewing Company – Craft beer and pub fare with vintage aviation vibes and a relaxed, dog-friendly atmosphere.
• Church St. Taphouse – A laid-back Comox pub serving local craft beer, West Coast eats, and daily brunch.

Where to Shop

• Downtown Courtenay – Boutiques, record shops, local art and clothing.
• Cumberland Village – Antiques, handmade goods, and unique finds.
• Comox Valley Farmers’ Market – Saturdays at the Native Sons Hall or Courtenay Exhibition Grounds.

Nature & Outdoors

• Mount Washington Alpine Resort – Skiing, snowboarding, and summer hiking.
• Goose Spit Park – Scenic beach for walking, picnics, and sunset views.
• Nymph Falls Nature Park – Short hikes with waterfalls and river access.

Events & Culture

• Sid Williams Theatre – Hosts plays, live music, film screenings, and more.
• Filberg Festival (seasonal) – Annual arts & crafts festival in a heritage park setting.
• What’s On Digest  – Great for checking events and performances.

How to Get Around

Getting around the Comox Valley just got easier. Whether you’re catching a flight at YQQ, heading to a ferry, or brewery hopping in town, book a reliable ride with local drivers who know the area. Download the Coastal Rides app and go.

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