Modernist coastal outpost
Black rock and glass frame crashing Pacific surf, where storm watchers gather by roaring lobby fireplaces on Vancouver Island.
What it’s good at
Notable
Floor-to-ceiling glass, black rock, and steel architecture framing panoramic Pacific storm-watching vistas from public spaces.
Notable
Drift Spa offers marine thalassotherapy treatments alongside outdoor hot tubs perched over the crashing Pacific surf.
Notable
Outdoor hot tubs set into seaside rocks, oceanside dining, and direct access to the Wild Pacific Trail.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
from the inside it’s all soaring spaces and acres of glass, the better to take in the stunning view of the ocean...
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The Wild Pacific Trail weaves past the grounds, linking rugged headlands and Big Beach along Ucluelet’s dramatic western coastline.
The rooms
Suites feature gas fireplaces, California king beds, and floor-to-ceiling glass looking out onto coastal rainforest or the open ocean.
The hot tubs
Bring a swimsuit.
Outdoor hot tubs sit along the rocks above the crashing Pacific surf for open-air soaking.
The spa
Treatment rooms and hydrotherapy tubs look onto the ocean surf, with therapies drawing on marine ingredients.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Currents serves meals against floor-to-ceiling ocean views, and the lounge mixes craft cocktails beside a central fireplace.
How it began
VIA Architecture designed the low-profile lodge with rock, steel, and expansive glass to rethink traditional coastal British Columbia retreats.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.