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Rockwater Secret Cove Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel with kayaking

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Deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, body wraps, facials
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board
Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Ocean View
Aerial view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
5356 Ole's Cove Road, Sunshine Coast, Halfmoon Bay, BC, V0N 1Y2
  • Turnagain Island
    11 min walk
  • Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site
    4 min drive
  • Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park
    14 min drive
  • Powell River, BC (YPW)
    139 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Ocean View

  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family House

Family House

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Poolside

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Poolside

  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace/patio

Signature Tent, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

Premium Tent, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Ocean View

  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Ocean View

  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Halfmoon Bay

Beachfront retreat .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Turnagain Island and 3 miles (5 km) of Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site. Homesite Creek Falls Recreation Site and Harness Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Turnagain Island - 11 min walk
  • Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site - 4 min drive
  • Sargeant Bay Provincial Park - 12 min drive
  • Pender Harbour - 13 min drive
  • Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Secret Cove Marina Ltd - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Copper Sky Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aqui Es Mexico - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mama's Japanese Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Rockwater Secret Cove Resort

4-star beachfront hotel with kayaking
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort offers its guests a marina and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 550 square feet (51 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Rockwater Secret Cove Resort. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Halfmoon Bay hotel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 550 sq ft of conference space
  • 51 sq m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort offers 40 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fence around the pool
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–11:00 AM: CAD 15-30 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Shower grab bar height (inches): 33
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Hallway handrail height (inches): 34
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 34
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 24
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Down comforter
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Portable fan
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 15 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 08 and close October 01.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Rockwater Cove Resort
Rockwater Resort
Rockwater Resort Secret Cove
Rockwater Secret
Rockwater Secret Cove
Rockwater Secret Cove Halfmoon Bay
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort Halfmoon Bay
Secret Cove Resort
Secret Cove Rockwater Resort
Hotel Rockwater Secret Cove
Rockwater Secret Cove Hotel Halfmoon Bay
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort Canada/Halfmoon Bay, Sunshine Coast
Rockwater Secret Cove Halfmoo
Rockwater Secret Cove Halfmoon
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort Hotel
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort Halfmoon Bay
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort Hotel Halfmoon Bay

Rockwater Secret Cove Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 492 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 492 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 492 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 492 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 492 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Aurora

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rockwater Secret Cove
Room could be a bit cleaner but overall a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sunshine coast beat kept secret!!!
This property is amazing in every way the tents we stayed in overlooked the ocean. It was a magical experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bimaldeep

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Yi Jia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
My checkin was 30 minutes late because housekeeping was in progress and I had to wait outside. The view from the property was fantastic, though be wary of long boardwalk/ many stairs it takes to get to the property if you have heavy luggages. Property furnishings are a bit outdated and no cooling AC (fan only) during summer. Complimentary Kayak session was a plus!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tod

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in tent 63. Looking over the water. Fireplace, rain shower and two man tub!!! Bring lots of drinks and snacks for the fridge as there is not much around there. Great place to write a book, reconnect with your partner or escape life.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Olympia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the spectacular view and surroundings in a Signature Tenthouse Suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sammi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Matt

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our cabin was under construction while we were in it, starting at 830am lasting till 530pm, despite complaining about it. This construction is simply putting a new face over aging construction materials and not fixing existing defects. The work looks good art first but once you start looking, everything is hanuman special type work (drywall seams visible, uneven floors, mismatched tiles in the bathrooms) Housekeeping did not arrive until after 5pm. And even then didn't replenish toiletries or coffee/tea supplies. Sheets were not changed, but the bed was remade (lipstick marks confirmed this). Front desk staff were pleasant but ultimately useless to resolve issues. Had we done not research on recent reviews, we would not have booked it. Would not return. But at least they have a free EV charger and a nice oceanfront location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were on a special round trip and this was our first stop. It was easy to get to and the check in was very welcoming. The concept of the premium tent suites is very interesting and we splurged a little to test one out. It was exactly what we had hoped for in terms of tranquility and enjoyment. The robes and deck were very utilized. The temperature was good inside. A little warm for me so be careful in hotter months to keep the plastic window covers open. Hardly any bugs to irritate us either so that’s always a plus (and a bug zapper is provided). It is a bit of a walk down the boardwalk to the suites from parking, esp. if the main lot is full (it was for us) so make sure to maybe bring roll bags or pack light. All in all I was very satisfied with the stay. If I had to nitpick anything I’d say the suites could probably use a bit of maintenance in terms of the paper panelling doors having some spores on them/discolouration, the deck railings needing a fresh coat, the tub is showing some cracks in the finish - probably from the sun etc. I do think the price for the night is quite high (I would expect it to be somewhat pristine) and it took re-checking throughout the month for a reasonable rate to come by. But I was still happy to visit and enjoy the suite for what it was and noticed that everywhere along the coast lately seems to be sharing the high rates. The dock was also pleasant and we got to enjoy a cozy afternoon with the sounds of storms nearby. All in all, well enjoyed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Listen to the reviews
I wish I had have read the reviews more thoroughly.My husband and I visited on August 20 to celebrate our tenth wedding anniversary. The front desk staff was lovely checking us in. The cabin was dilapidated. The entire cabin was on quite a slope, with the floor on an angle as you walked from the door into the back room. As a result the front door has to be slammed to shut it properly. As stated in many past reviews, the room was in rough shape. In one response from the hotel, they claim to have recently finished updating the cabins. I can confirm at least one (cabin two) is definitely not completed. There was paint missing around the inside of the door, a patch of paint on the wall, the windows had mould around them and the bathroom walls were not in good shape. The exterior of the cabin is entirely unfinished with no siding. The tv area is unacceptably tiny and the tv is not in the room where the beds were which was super bizarre to us. The internet in the room was terrible and was constantly in and out. The cleanliness left a lot to be desired; there was even food in the fridge from previous guests. The icing on the cake was when there were three gentlemen actively doing construction on the deck of our cabin. We were laying in bed watching tv (on the iPad my husband thankfully brought) and suddenly could hear the whine of a drill. He looked outside and sure enough, they were adding fascia to the deck. While we were in the cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, very relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view and management.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were excited for our 2-night stay at Rockwater Secret Cove Resort, but our experience was extremely disappointing. The room was in shocking condition—dirty walls, chewed-up baseboards, old banged up furniture, and an extremely uncomfortable couch that looked like it belonged in a dorm room. The bathroom was disgusting with crumbling, dirty grout, lifting tiles, a cracked ceiling, and filthy trim. One bedroom had parts of wall trim and baseboards missing and the walls were extremely dirty. I expresssed my concerns with the front desk staff but was told there was nothing they could do as everything was fully booked, they did eventually say they could move us to a new room for our second night but by then, we all just wanted to leave and find somewhere else. The pool was green and you couldn’t see the bottom, and although staff assured us it was safe, I wouldn’t risk swimming in it. The final straw was when I saw a silverfish in the shower. We moved all of our bags up off the floor and hoped that nothing had gotten into our suitcases. I requested a refund for the second night at the front desk, explaining that the room was unfit to stay in. The desk clerk said he would consult the manager, but the manager refused to provide a refund or any compensation. This stay was extremely disappointing, especially given our high expectations for this getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property and the room for as perfect. Super clean, comfortable beds. Rooms equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. I’ll be back to try the tents!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mei Hong

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time in Rockwater Secret Cove resort. Enjoyed kayaking and the surrounding environment. So relaxed. And the staff are really kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Yohanna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and views, but rooms are not worth the high price. The lodge smells like mould and rat droppings. Lots of garbage around the property, housekeeping left bags of trash in the hallways for days. Restaurant had great service but food wasn’t worth it for the price. $47 steak which was undercooked and had lots of gristle. Overcooked eggs and stale biscuits at breakfast, The pool was so hazy you couldn’t read the Rockwater logo on the bottom. This place has huge potential; hoping the new owners update it and that prices reflect what it is, which is dated and dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and very peaceful resort best for couples
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

RINA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ocean view and the sunset, pool and free kayak was a bonus , unit #6 is right next to the sewage system and majority of the time you can smell the sewage was not nice as you can’t even enjoy the patio or have your door open
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nevin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024