With three heated outdoor mineral pools perched on the edge of the Salish Sea, guests at The Oak Bay Beach Hotel can enjoy breathtaking oceanfront views year-round. The experience is further elevated with the newly opened, custom-built Stargazing Sauna – crafted by a local artisan and featuring a glass ceiling for unobstructed views of drifting clouds by day and constellations by night.
In May, the addition of two cold plunge pools will complete the hydrotherapy circuit, offering a revitalizing wellness journey inspired by the rhythms of the coast.
Hours
Winter Hours
8am to 10pm
October 13, 2024 to April 17, 2025
Summer Hours
7am to 11pm
April 18, 2025 to October 12, 2025
Spa Guests
Refer to Spa Hours
Visit
the Pools
Open daily, our three heated outdoor pools are the perfect way to relax and unwind. Amenities at the pool include water and towel service, assigned lounge chairs, use of the Stargazing Sauna, as well as access to the Boathouse Kitchen & Bar. This area is for the use of guests 16 years of age and older.
Book Your
Pool Experience
Our Mineral Pools and Stargazing Sauna are for the use of Registered Overnight Hotel Guests, as well as our Boathouse Spa Guests who have upgraded their booked spa treatment to include Pool Experience.
For a limited time, we are pleased to offer standalone Sunrise and Sunset Mineral Pool Passes for purchase.
FAQ
The Boathouse Spa and Heated Seaside Mineral Pools are an adult sanctuary with the minimum age requirement of each guest being 16 years of age and older.
Depending on demand, exclusive pool access may be limited to 3 hours per visit for overnight Hotel Guests. Spa Guests that add Pool Experience to their treatment are limited to 2 hours per visit.
Please note that due to the limited seating and exclusive experience of our pool decks, we are unable to guarantee a specific seat or lounger at time of booking, nor can we guarantee that your assigned seat will have direct sun or shade.
Our entire pool area is a Food and Beverage outlet, and as such, our licensing does not allow for drinks or food to be consumed in our pool or hot tubs. We have a variety of loungers, chairs and fire tables for guests to enjoy while eating and drinking items from the Boathouse Kitchen & Bar.
To ensure your pool experience is low-impact to the environment, we encourage guests to bring their empty water bottles with them to the pools. We are pleased to offer a water bottle filling station on the pool deck.
For our guest’s relaxation and to maintain spa serenity, phones are allowed but must be silenced before entering the pool deck or Boathouse Spa. Phone and/or video calls are prohibited.
Please be advised that the mineral pools and sauna may occasionally close due to inclement weather, scheduled maintenance, or unforeseen mechanical issues. In the event of a full closure, all registered guests will be notified directly. If only select facilities are affected, such as one hot tub, updates will be communicated at the property. These temporary closures are implemented with the safety and well-being of our guests and employees in mind.
Enjoy access to our heated Seaside Mineral Pool, new Stargazing Sauna, and Boathouse Kitchen & Bar with a Sunrise or Sunset Pool Pass – crafted for moments of calm, connection, and coastal immersion.
Sunrise Pool Pass
Available from 8:00am to 12:00pm, the Sunrise Pass includes a warm drink and light breakfast. Soak in the mineral pool as morning light stretches across the Salish Sea, then unwind in the Stargazing Sauna – designed with panoramic views and a glass ceiling for sky-watching at its most serene.
Sunset Pool Pass
From 5:00pm to 10:00pm, the Sunset Pass offers a front-row seat to dusk on the coast. End your day with a restorative soak, a visit to the Boathouse Kitchen & Bar, and time in the sauna as constellations emerge overhead.
Coming this Spring
Two cold plunge pools will complete our new hydrotherapy circuit – invigorating, balancing, and deeply connected to the sea air.
Please note: Pool passes are not required for overnight hotel guests.
Absolutely! Your pool pass grants you access to our luxurious Stargazing Sauna, allowing you to enjoy the full range of our wellness facilities.