Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa
(http://www.galianoinn.com) â the most beautiful and complete resort on the island, easy walking distance to the ferry, no car necessary. all suites are oceanfront: 10 spa suites in the inn complete with wood-burning fireplaces, custom cabinetry with hidden massage tables, luxury ensuites with spa tubs. 10 villa one bedroom suites (in a new 2008 building with outdoor bathtubs, wood-burning fireplaces and full living/dining rooms, kitchens. madrona del mar spa is one of the best spas on the coast: unique island-based products and treatments. "eat" oceanfront dining. summertime wood-fired pizza on the terrace. vintages wine & beer shop. dock for boats and floatplanes. beautiful gardens. higher priced in summer season, great deals in off season or in packages. 134 madrona drive, in the village. 1-877-530-3939 www.galianoinn.com
Bodega Ridge
 a large lodge & seven cabins located on the north end of the island, high on the ridge overlooking the islands. seven charming log cabins perfect for families or couples. perfect for groups, retreats and weddings, you can take over the main lodge gathering place and the cabins and have the 22 acres to yourselves. each cabin has three bedrooms, its own kitchen facilities, woodstoves. bicycles available and access to lots of trails for hiking. 1-877-604-2677. www.bodegaridge.com
Galiano has a wide range of accommodation for any style of travel:
Driftwood Village Cabins
Walking distance to the village shops and cafes, this small resort is a long-established island business. basic accommodation: cabins with wood-burning stoves and kitchen facilities. hot tub.
Exposure Travel Private Cabins
Beachfront privately owned properties ranging in size from several bedroom cottages to entire compounds for visiting families. cabins are luxuriously outfitted with all the comforts of home with optional registered massage therapists, private chefs and adventure guides (http://www.exposure.travel).
Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park
Located about 10 km from the ferry terminal. campsite reservations are accepted and there are also some first come, first serve sites non-reservable. some of the walk-in sites great for those traveling on the island without vehicles have waterfront views. enjoy trail walks, watching sunsets from shell beach, exploring intertidal life during low tides, and more. (http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/...)
Bed and breakfast
Whaler Bay Lodge
Not a lodge at all, but a modern home overlooking whaler bay. two very nice rooms the one downstairs has the most privacy, adjacent to the family room. seasonal swimming pool and kayak. expensive. will do weekly rentals. (http://www.whalerbaylodge.ca)
Galiano has lots of lovely Bed and Breakfast homes, but be prepared for no privacy: most are in the true tradition of a B and B: the bedrooms are part of the living area for the hosting family. There used to be many more, but over time the owners have discovered the island lifestyle and chosen to just rent out cottages and forget about providing breakfast. Some best bets for value, style and location are:
Rocky Ridge
Beautiful home overlooking the water. hot tub. great hosts. good value. www.cedarplace.com/rockyridge 250-539-30387
Morning Beach Waterfront B and B
Great location on the beach, good for families. separate cottage also. great hosts. good value. 250-539-3053 (http://www.cedarplace.com...)