Early Hotel Site History
The original Hotel Sidney built in 1891 by Captain Bissett stood at the corner of Beacon Ave.and First Street.
Sidney Pier & original Cannery buildings
The Sidney Pier extended in front of the Hotel, along Beacon Ave, lineups for the ferry would extend along the pier, in front of the Hotel and blocks down the main street.
Many Cannery buildings were built on the waterfront side of the Hotel. The Canneries processed millions of tons of oysters, clams and local fruit including blackberries, pears and peaches.
While the original processing plant is now gone, its lively spirit lives on in a the new Cannery Building with it's full array of unique shops, offices and services
The Hotel burnt to the ground in 1948 and was rebuilt in 1952.
In the early days, the hotel was known more for its 250-seat pub, 125-seat lounge, 100 seat dining room, banquet room and cabaret, than for its 17 rooms. It was almost like the wild Wild West. More Information Hotel Sidney BC >>>
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(250) 656-1131 or 1-888-656-1131 or fax (250) 656-9396
