On Vancouver Island, The Latch Inn offers a tranquil retreat near Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. Savor the local breakfast, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or explore the garden and nearby Sidney-Washington State Ferry Terminal. With free WiFi and multilingual staff, this B&B has left guests impressed with its first-rate property condition.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Pet friendly
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping once per stay
Room service
Terrace
Garden
Lobby fireplace
Microwave in a common area
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Picnic area
Wedding services
Free newspapers in the lobby
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
Bathtub or shower
Premium bedding
The current price is $166
$166
includes taxes & fees
$147 per night
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Room options
View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Marina View
Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Marina View
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Fan
Down duvet
275 sq ft
Marina view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Marina View
Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Marina View
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Fan
Down duvet
275 sq ft
Marina view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Fan
Down duvet
325 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Marina View
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Marina View
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Fan
300 sq ft
Marina view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Fan
350 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Marina View
Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Marina View
Sidney-Washington State Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive
Getting around
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 9 min drive
Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 38 min drive
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 80 min drive
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 86 min drive
Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base) - 101 min drive
Mayne Island, BC (YAV-Miners Bay Seaplane Base) - 102 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 102 min drive
Saturna Island, BC (YAJ-Lyall Harbour Seaplane Base) - 125 min drive
Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 12.3 miles/19.7 km
Restaurants
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive
Lands End Cafe - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
Mary's Bleue Moon Cafe - 7 min drive
About this property
The Latch Inn
At The Latch Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. Free perks include local cuisine breakfast, WiFi, and self parking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
English, French
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The property charges CAD 100 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 19
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 30 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free local cuisine breakfast
Shared microwave
Room service (limited hours)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in lobby
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bike storage
Romance packages
Facilities
Built in 1925
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Reception hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
No elevator (single level property)
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Heating
Fan
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of CAD 100
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per pet, per day
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Latch Inn B&B Sidney
Latch Inn B&B
Latch Sidney
The Latch Inn Sidney
The Latch Inn Restaurant
The Latch Inn B B restaurant
The Latch Inn Bed & breakfast
The Latch Inn Bed & breakfast Sidney
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Latch Inn?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 30 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CAD 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Latch Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Latch Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Latch Inn and nearby?
The Latch Inn has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around The Latch Inn like?
The Latch Inn is a short 1-minute walk from Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary and 11 minutes' walk from Resthaven Park.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Nov 16, 2024
Nice Marina view
Hassan
Hassan, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 12, 2024
Deb
Deb, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2024
5 out of 5 stars for Latch Inn
Loved staying at Latch Inn. Very quaint.
Breakfast was wonderful! Our hosts were
great! The bed was comfy and we could open our
window onto the covered balcony so our room was not
too hot or too cool.
John and Rita
John and Rita, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 12, 2024
So close
The hotel itself was really cool and rustic. The hotel had a bit of an old house smell. Can't really describe it beyond old house smell. Our room however had a distinct smelly foot/sock or smelly dog smell. Keep in mind we were in a pet friendly room so maybe that was why? But the carpet was was very dirty looking and the whole room smelled pretty bad. We opened the windows to get some fresh air but the boat repair next door was running power tools literally all night. I woke up at 2am to some sort of sander/grinder noise. It has amazing potential to be a super romantic spot. The lounge is beautiful and cozy and the man hosting while we were there was so friendly and accommodating. I just had a hard time with the odor and the all night noise from the next door boat repair place.
Autumn
Autumn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Russell D
Russell D, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
Awesome stay!
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Good stay
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2024
Very nice place with amazing history. Very clean, staff were amazing. We stayednin the Lady Byng room. Very nice, no A/C so be aware the room will be hot depending on outside temp. Overall an excellent stay !!
jim
jim, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
The staff at The Latch provided individually prepared breakfasts with great service in a lovely dining room. It’s an interesting historic setting for any length stay. Having your own car will make staying at The Latch more convenient to enjoy the Island.
Linda
Linda, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
The Latch is a perfect place for quiet and calm. The breakfasts are fabulous and the people there are so kind and helpful! The owner even drove us to the airport!!! Thanks for a wonderful stay and we will recommend you to our friends!!
kathleen
kathleen, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 15, 2024
The staff here were all incredible and provided us with exceptional customer service.
Ramsha
Ramsha, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 10, 2024
We enjoyed our stay at the inn!! But in walking in the door the first time, the musky smell of the older facility almost took us a back. We actually considered canceling the rest of our reservation. I have allergies and asthma. But we were so exhausted when we arrived, we opted to stay. We had an excellent night’s sleep in the lovely Library Room. By the next morning we were both happy we had made the choice to stay there!!!
Cary
Cary, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 7, 2024
Breakfast was excellent . No other meals were available.
A six oz glass of wine during happy hour was expensive .
$15.99 . The house is very old but has lots of character. and well maintained . Service from the two staff members was excellent.
cindy
cindy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2024
Wonderful place to relax and enjoy Sydney. The staff are wonderful. We love the history building.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 3, 2024
The staff was great. Cool history too.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 3, 2024
Staff tried their best. Breakfast was great. Very friendly. Interior has a musty smell suggesting carpets should go. Bathrooms need a deep clean and updates to pipes. When I run the water the first water is brown then goes clear.
Robert
Robert, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 2, 2024
The property was quaint and old fashioned. The servers were polite and considerate. The bathroom had many unsightly aspects, for example the shower leaked and kept us up at nigh and had stains in the shower. If guests walked around at all you could hear every step in their room or on stairs. We needed to checkout early on last day, coordinated with inn keeper 48 hours in advance, then 24hours in advance for a togo breakfast due to early departure. However inn keeper ignored our requests and never attempted to accommodate our togo breakfast, even though its stated on the website and we engaged verbally several times. All in all it was an adequate stay, but i would not recommend.
Chris
Chris, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
Lovely historic inn convenient to the ferry. The staff are amazing—professional and friendly. Very accommodating.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 21, 2024
Excellent hosts, but condition of room below average. Carpet was worn and dirty, in need of deep cleaning or replacement. Room was musty and malodorous, helped somewhat by opening all windows, but a limited option given outdoor temps. Suggest clean linens at least every other day as well as emptying the one very small trash can. Breakfast was well done.
Forrest
Forrest, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 20, 2024
Old world charm
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2024
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
The breakfast was stellar! Hosts very accommodating. Loved our stay
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
Beautiful location and excellent service. The custom breakfast was superb.
Christina
Christina, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 28, 2024
The 2 managers are very courteous and eager to help.
Getting in was a problem, no one answered phone calls or replied to emails.
Plumbing is old and very poor instructions on our to use the tub and shower.