
Waterfront holiday rentals in Galiano Island
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Explore 40 holiday rentals in Galiano Island

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Galiano Island holiday rentals start at $85 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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20 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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30 of Galiano Island holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Galiano Island stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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The Cove on Galiano Island
This self-contained guest house on sunny Galiano Island is the perfect oceanside getaway! This property boasts 1000+ feet of low-bank private waterfront. The sandstone rock beach is perfect for summer swimming or spring/fall storm watching. Daily sightings of seals, sea lions, eagles, all manner of birds and whales pass by this beach. The house looks over a sprawling lawn and over the water, with views of Vancouver. This newly-renovated one bedroom cottage has a queen bed and brand new bathroom.

Oceanfront Cottage Galiano Island
Bright open–space living & dining area with a cozy wood burning fireplace. Furnished 2 bedroom cottage,1 queen and 2 double beds, and bathroom with walk-in shower. Our kitchen comes stored with dishes, cookware and appliances. The fireplace is a cozy accessory for those crisp winter days. The large 300 sq. ft. deck is the perfect place to relax on the deck chairs and enjoy the beautiful sunsets and views of spectacular Whaler Bay. There's also a propane BBQ so you can grill up your summer faves.

Hummingbird Oceanside Suites: Mt Strachan Suite
OCEANFRONT & MOUNTAIN VIEWS w/ HOT TUB & WOOD BARREL SAUNA Mount Strachan Suite - this mountain view room has windows that provide sweeping views of Mt Strachan & the Howe Sound. The suite is attached to the house, but has its own exterior entrance, king bed, bathroom with rain shower, flat screen TV & kitchenette. Sleeps 2 people. There’s no better place to enjoy a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine to soak in the views! We’re often frequented by eagles, deer & if you're lucky whales!

Garden Suite by the sea Jacuzzi+sauna+cold plunge
The Garden Suite: Celebrate a special occasion with a tasty breakfast and latte on the waterfront deck. A unique harbourside property, this former Customs House and shellfish cannery has been restored, featuring vaulted ceilings and travertine stone floors while offering modern comfort. Experience the jacuzzi, sauna and cold plunge barrel on the expansive waterfront deck, enjoy the beach, or simply relax on your private deck nestled beside the hillside garden. Where the “Garden meets the Sea.”

Galiano Island Cabin
This is a cosy cabin sits on seven acres of land with water access. It has a firewood stove and hardwood floors in the main part of the cabin - tiling the living room. The decor is country chic. The property is rural about 11 miles from any store but close to beautiful hiking trails, and has access to a staircase down to a deck at the water where we swim. We face Saltspring Island and the southern tip of Wallace - in fact it is just a kayak ride across Trincomali channel to Salt Spring.

Cabin on St. Mary Lake
Welcome to your cosy, contemporary cabin nestled on the shores of St. Mary Lake on beautiful Salt Spring Island. Thoughtfully designed with simplicity and comfort in mind, this space offers everything you need for a peaceful, clutter-free getaway—perfect for unwinding, recharging, and reconnecting with nature. Whether you’re sipping coffee at sunrise on your private patio or winding down in the evening in your dedicated yoga room, the setting invites you to slow down and take it all in.

“The Cabanas on Bowen 2 – Perched Above the Ocean
Luxury cabanas sitting above the ocean with a ocean-view sauna on Bowen. Enjoy 400 sqft private outdoor areas with fire tables, indoor/outdoor showers, and peaceful forest surroundings. Cabana 2 and the 2-bedroom suite rent together for groups of 8–10. Walk to golf and The Acre. Hike from the property, swim off the rocks, or relax and enjoy storm watching above the ocean with beautiful sunsets and a calm, relaxing atmosphere perfect for couples or close friends nearby.

Cozy waterfront cabin with tiny house & hot tub
A-Frame for Memories is a charming waterfront retreat on beautiful Galiano Island, just a short walk from the ferry terminal and Whaler Bay Marina. This cozy cabin sleeps up to 4 guests with a queen bed in the loft and a pullout sofa below. Enjoy stunning ocean views, relax on the spacious deck, or unwind in the hot tub overlooking the water. The perfect escape for couples, families, or anyone seeking peace, comfort, and the beauty of island life.

Relm Cottage - quiet beach on a secluded bay
Permit issued from the Islands Trust for this listing for short term vacation rentals. Provincial registration number obtained and valid. Lovely three bedroom cottage on the ocean with private beach access. Sleeps 6 comfortably in 3 bedrooms. Fully fenced side yard, dogs negotiable. Lovely deck facing the ocean - enjoy your morning coffee and evening drink while watching otters, sea lions and whales! We can be reached by email or text message.

Glamping by the Pond on Salt Spring Island
Beautiful, spacious Bell Tent nestled next to a large pond in a private, serene, forested setting on Salt Spring Island. Sleeps four comfortably with queen sized bed, daybed and floor mattress. Amenities include outdoor kitchen, pond-side cedar deck for dining and lounging, additional seating areas, outdoor hot water shower and composting toilet. Kayaks, bocce, badminton, slack line. An Ideal spot for romantic getaways or great family fun.

Salt | Oceanfront Cottage on Galiano Island
Welcome to Salt, an oceanfront retreat nestled between the forest and Galiano's sandstone shoreline. This thoughtfully designed two-bedroom cottage comfortably sleeps four and offers sweeping Salish Sea views, direct waterfront access, and Morning Beach just steps away. The perfect place to relax, reconnect, and enjoy island life.

InTheBluff - Galiano Island’s Oceanside Log Chalet
Located on Active Pass, the spectacular marine passage separating Galiano and Mayne islands, InTheBluff offers one of the most stunning outlooks in the Southern Gulf Islands. With 2 bedrooms, each with a queen bed, the log chalet accommodates up to 4. InTheBluff has an fabulous infinity-edge hot tub overlooking Active Pass.
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When is the best time to visit Galiano Island?
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| Avg. price | $236 AUD | $257 AUD | $257 AUD | $259 AUD | $287 AUD | $315 AUD | $273 AUD | $274 AUD | $264 AUD | $267 AUD | $239 AUD | $244 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 6°C | 6°C | 7°C | 10°C | 13°C | 15°C | 18°C | 18°C | 15°C | 11°C | 8°C | 6°C |
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