Drawing inspiration from Vancouver Island’s wild beauty, the dining experience translates the landscape to the plate through the sights, scents and tastes of the region and uses premium sustainable, locally grown and foraged ingredients to offer a real taste of the destination.
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The Healing Grounds Spa promises guests a physical and spiritual sanctuary and restorative treatments for body and soul. Featuring a waterfront massage tent, saunas and cedar hot tubs for relaxing and drinking in the view, the spa is set among gently whispering old growth forests.
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Forget Disneyland, it's quite possible this is the most magical place on earth.Haley Tripadvisor
With an eye for design, culinary daring and a clear adventurous streak, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge shows just how wild luxury can get…Lodestars Anthology Canada
I decided that the true luxury of this high-end summer camp is not its control over nature, but the lengths to which it goes to poetically frame it.Zander Abranowicz Travel + Leisure
This was a life that could spoil you for proper camping forever and make it hard to return to whatever world you have escaped.Stanley Stewart Financial Times
With the promise of 2024 on the horizon, the wilds of Vancouver Island’s remotely beautiful Clayoquot Sound await. And early birds can fly in for free! Guests who book their 2024 getaway at luxury basecamp Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge before October 31 this year receive bonus complimentary return seaplane transfers.
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The Glacial Plunge, one of Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge’s newest signature experiences, offers an opportunity to connect with nature in a way that invigorates both your body and mind. Beyond the initial shock of the cold, this practice offers a myriad of positive health benefits, encompassing mental clarity, physical resilience, and spiritual well-being.
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Renowned for its focus on sustainable and nature-centric travel, Afar Magazine highlights the finest glamping destinations. Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Vancouver Island claims the coveted top spot, while our sister property, Longitude 131, proudly secures a well-deserved position on this extraordinary must-visit list.
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Robb Report has released its list of the Top 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on the Earth and we’re excited to be on it! Joining us too in this esteemed list are our Baillie Lodges sisters Capella and Longitude 131 and our friends at Tierra Patagonia. Congratulations all!
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Hotelier magazine takes five with our own favourite hotelier Clayoquot GM Sarah Cruse. Read more here to discover Sarah’s love for hospitality and what a special experience Clayoquot is: “It’s a very special property set among Mother Nature’s magnificent, unspoiled wilderness. Coming to Clayoquot for me, our team and our guests is a transformative, life-changing experience.”
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We are delighted to announce we are open for the 2023 season. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Vancouver Island’s wild landscape, enjoy a classic or speciality cocktail in the refurbished Ivanhoe Bar, indulge in culinary excellence with farm-to-table dining, and this season, experience the all-new Glacial Plunge rejuvenation. Luxury travel Magazine spoke with lodge General Manager, Sarah Cruse, to gain further insights into the season ahead. Read it here:
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With its breathtaking scenery, incredible wildlife, and abundant recreational opportunities, it’s no wonder that it’s one of the top tourist destinations in British Columbia. Whether you’re a hiker, a beachcomber, or a wildlife enthusiast, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge has something for everyone to enjoy. For guests at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge, a whole host of additional experiences are right on the doorstep and make an enjoyable add-on to your stay in the region.
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“I gaze in mute awe at the vistas beneath me. I know that I will be coming back,” writes Ute Junker for Traveller, recalling her sunset scenic helicopter tour selected from the lodge's new heli menu. Read on for more details of Ute's time on the Emerald Edge of North America, and how the lodge has grown since joining the Baillie Lodges collection.
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George Epaminondas, editor of the glossy magazine Travel and Luxury set out to the wilds of Vancouver Island to spend a few days off-grid horse-riding, hiking and wining and dining at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge. George’s wonderful review is here, in itself a virtual escape from the busyness of the everyday. Take five to escape and enjoy this terrific read.
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We’re honoured and delighted to have been named in Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious Gold List for 2023 - with a Clayoquot image selected as the headline to boot! Always handy for planning the next great adventures, see the full Gold List here.
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As spring brings new life to Vancouver Island and the many shades of green go on show throughout the Bedwell Valley, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is setting the wheels in motion to go even greener.
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While wet weather often dampens travel plans for destinations, for others it brings lush greens, fresh air and flourishing wildlife. USA Today digs deep to find the top five weather-proof hideaways.
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'Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is the O.G. (Original Glampster) of luxe retreats' writes Neal McLennan for Western Living Magazine; it sets the scene for a great fun, rollicking read. Take a break and a virtual dip in to the world of adventures and luxury combined on Vancouver Island.
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Both originally from Toronto, only fate can explain the paths of Mark Ota and Olivia Bolano crossing in the remote Canadian wilderness on the other side of the country in the kitchen of Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge.
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'For a dose of high adventure, nothing compares to these two luxury lodges in Vancouver Island and coastal British Columbia' writes John Vaillant for Travel + Leisure. Continue reading to find out which destinations are setting the standard.
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With gorgeous wilds criss-crossed by routes and itineraries to combine for the ultimate holiday any time of the year, Travel Insider magazine has done a roundup of the nation’s most epic experiences – including our own Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge.
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DatingAdvice.com explores the ultimate in romantic retreats – a stay for two at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge. Fine local dining, ancient forest hikes, oceanside spa treatments, sunset cocktails and helicopter adventures: it’s the best dating advice yet.
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Travel + Leisure writer Stacey Leasca takes readers on a safari of a different kind from the comforts of Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge. Seen on the ‘Sights of the Sound’ adventure is Canada’s own ‘Big 5’: whales, bears, bald eagles, sea lions, and sea otters.
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As anticipation towards international travel increases, Jessica Cherner from AD showcases exactly why Americans are so excited to once again visit the great white north.
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'It seems a natural fit', writes Forbes' Laurie Werner of Clayoquot joining the Baillie Lodges fold. Read on for her take on the luxury BC outpost as it reopens for the season with a new, Baillie Lodges-led look.
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The population of Vancouver Islands' resident Orca pod has risen from 72 to 73, a much needed win for the critically endangered species.
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Guest experience is paramount, and your feedback is important to us. Read what past guests have to say about their experience and why Debra was happy to award all five stars.
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The team of dogs at the lodge are an integral part of the Bedwell community. Read more about the friendly canines you can expect to meet during your stay.
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Enjoy complimentary return seaplane transfers on your 2024 stay when you book prior to 31 December 2023.
