Taku Resort & Marina of Quadra Island BC

Name

Taku Resort & Marina of Quadra Island BC

Legal name

Taku Resort and Marina

Website

https://takuresort.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1962

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Taku Resort & Marina is a family-owned waterfront resort on Quadra Island, BC, offering beachfront cabins, terrace suites, RV/camping sites, and the island's largest marina, serving leisure travelers, boaters, and outdoor adventure enthusiasts in the Discovery Islands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Resort & Marina Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Marinas (713930), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (487210)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Water Transportation (4400), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Marina & Waterfront Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Beachfront & Lakefront Homes (THAMAAAF), Coastal & Marine Nature Lodges (THAGAIAH)

Keywords

• Beachfront resort accommodations
• Marina moorage services
• Waterfront vacation cabins
• Outdoor adventure hospitality
• Pet-friendly lodge stays

Headquarters

HQ city

Quathiaski Cove

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Accommodation Rentals: Nightly rental of beachfront cabins, terrace suites, beach house suites, treehouse suite, bunkie, and camping/RV sites. Revenue generated from overnight stays with varying seasonal pricing (peak summer vs. off-season rates). Rates based on accommodation type, occupancy capacity, and season.
2. Marina Moorage: Nightly and short-term moorage fees for boats in Drew Harbour. Includes water and 30Amp power. Additional fees for second 30Amp hookup. Revenue from boaters seeking protected harbor, marina amenities, and access to resort facilities.
3. Activity Equipment Rentals: On-site kayak and paddleboard rentals, bike rentals through Island Cycles, and sports equipment available at main office for volleyball, bocce, tennis, and basketball. Sailing boat rentals available at marina.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Taku Resort & Marina is a family-owned waterfront resort on Quadra Island, British Columbia, that rents nightly beachfront cabins, terrace suites, beach house suites, a treehouse suite, a bunkie, and camping/RV sites, alongside full-service marina moorage in the protected waters of Drew Harbour. Guests have access to on-site recreational amenities including a dock, stonehouse communal space, sports courts, paddleboarding, and partner-operated kayak, bike, boat, and wildlife tours.

Product overview

Taku Resort & Marina is a family-owned waterfront resort offering diverse accommodation options including beachfront suites, A-frame cabins, terrace suites, beach house suites, treehouse suite, camping/RV sites, and marina moorage. The resort provides a comprehensive portfolio of on-site recreational activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, biking, hiking, climbing, sailing, and wildlife tours, complemented by sporting facilities (tennis, volleyball, basketball, bocce), beach amenities, stargazing, and event spaces. The property functions as both a lodging provider and activity hub, with on-site operators like Quadra Island Kayaks and Island Cycles providing equipment rentals. Dining experiences emphasize local farm-to-table practices with nearby restaurants and cafes accessible within walking distance. The marina serves as the largest on the island with protected moorage and full amenity access.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Standard Beachfront Cabin

Quantifiable outcome

• Excellent TripAdvisor rating based on 125 reviews
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Quadra Island KayakscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOn-site kayak and paddleboard rental operation at Taku Resort with unique kayak launch ramp on the dock. Owners Kassy and Chris operate from the resort and offer rentals, tours including the popular 3-hour Sunset Tour, canoe/paddleboard rentals for lakes, and overnight canoe trip gear. Taku guests receive priority access to kayak facilities and activity rentals.
• Island CyclesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBike rental service located at the resort offering mountain bikes, tandem bikes, electric bikes, fat tire bikes for beach exploration, and downhill bikes for trail riding. Provides guests with equipment to explore Quadra Island's 117km of biking trails.
• Quadra Island Boat ToursminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBoat tour operator offering customizable 4-hour minimum tours including whale watching, fishing, prawn trap pulling, and waterfall/lake viewing. Tours can start from Taku Marina. Taku guests receive a 10% discount when mentioning the resort.
• Wild Waterways AdventureminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarine ecosystem tour operator offering exploration of the northern gulf islands surrounding Quadra Island. Works with guests to customize views and experiences.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Painter's Lodge: Resort property near Campbell River (the mainland embarkation point for Quadra Island) offering marina access, fishing, and waterfront cabins. Directly comparable in distribution channel and target customer (marina travelers, leisure visitors).
• Tofino Resort + Marina: BC coastal resort offering cabins, suites, and full-service marina moorage on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Closest comparable in concept (resort + marina + cabin/suite mix) to Taku in the broader BC market.
• Sonora Resort: Luxury wilderness lodge in the BC Discovery Islands area with marina, guided marine activities, and premium pricing. Comparable in nature-immersive positioning, inclusion of helicopter/boat transfer, and high-end activity packages.
• Beach Gardens Resort & Marina: BC coastal resort in Powell River with on-site marina moorage, multiple cabin/suite tiers, and seasonal leisure pricing. Strongly comparable in business model (resort + marina + family ownership) and target segment.
• Crystal Cove Beach Resort: Family-run beachfront cabin resort in Tofino offering similar Taku-style A-frame cabins and waterfront experience. Closest analog in scale, family ownership model, and A-frame cabin offering.
• Ocean Village Resort: Beachfront cabin/cottage resort in Tofino with marina-adjacent positioning and similar leisure-traveler mix. Comparable in scale, accommodation format, and west coast nature experience.
• April Point Resort & Spa: Waterfront resort on the same Quadra Island with a marina, multiple accommodation types, and similar guest profile of nature-based leisure travelers. Direct in-market competitor for both lodging and marina moorage.

Broad incumbents

• Wickaninnish Inn: Relais & Châteaux waterfront resort in Tofino with broader amenities (spa, fine dining) and a larger operational footprint. Set benchmark for premium BC coastal resort pricing and positioning Taku references.
• Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort: Vancouver Island resort with cabins/cottages, spa, marina-access, and broad activity programming. Comparable in accommodation mix and family/leisure positioning, though larger and more amenitized.
• Long Beach Lodge Resort: Independently owned BC coastal resort with cabins, suites, on-site dining, and surf/adventure programming. Comparable in resort-plus-experiences model at the upper end of the BC coastal category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks2 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/takuresort
• Xx.com/TakuResort
• Facebookfacebook.com/TakuResort

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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