Long Beach Lodge Resort

What Long Beach Lodge Resort does

Long Beach Lodge Resort is a privately held luxury boutique hotel and resort founded in 2002 by Tim Hackett on Cox Bay in Tofino, British Columbia. The property offers oceanfront lodge rooms starting at $759 CAD per night, two-bedroom Rainforest Cottages from $1,249 CAD per night, and a diversified on-site experience stack including The Great Room fine-dining restaurant, SandBar Bistro (seasonal May–September), The Surf Club surf school with rentals, hot pool, and cedar sauna, the Rainforest Spa (launched 2024), a fitness room, and full wedding and corporate event hosting. The resort serves affluent leisure travelers, couples, families, wedding parties, and corporate groups primarily across North America, with guests arriving from more than 30 countries in 2025.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer model: the resort's own website (powered by Cloudbeds) handles the majority of bookings, with no significant third-party reseller dependency, while OpenTable covers restaurant reservations and Stripe processes gift certificate sales. Pricing is dynamic by season and room type, layered with themed multi-day packages — Escape to the Edge, Paddle & Stay (with Paddle West Kayaking), Yoga Retreat, Surf Retreat, Christmas at the Lodge, and the 5-night "Become a Friend, Feel Like Family" extended-stay discount — that anchor average booking value upward. Sustainability is embedded in operations via BC Green Business and BC Water-Friendly Business certifications, Ocean Wise seafood sourcing, an Ocean Friendly Business designation, full EV fleet conversion, eight complimentary EV chargers, and a 2025 on-site well reducing municipal water reliance to 65%.

The company is family-controlled with no institutional or PE ownership. In 2025, founder Tim Hackett transitioned his title to Founder as stepdaughter Katie Foussier became CEO and owner, formalizing second-generation continuity. The resort reported 2025 as its strongest year on record per Tim Hackett's public statements. There are no disclosed funding rounds, M&A activity, or subsidiary entities; the business is a single-asset operator with 43 employees and is consistently recognized by TripAdvisor as the #1 resort in Tofino and as a top-10% hotel worldwide (Travelers' Choice 2026), with World Travel Awards naming it British Columbia's Leading Boutique Hotel in consecutive years (2024, 2025).

Name

Long Beach Lodge Resort

Legal name

Long Beach Lodge Resort

Website

https://longbeachlodgeresort.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Long Beach Lodge Resort is a privately held luxury boutique hotel on Cox Bay in Tofino, BC, founded in 2002 and serving affluent leisure, wedding, and corporate travelers with beachfront rooms, rainforest cottages, three dining outlets, a surf club, and a full-service spa under family ownership transitioning to a second generation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Boutique Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts (THAGACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Beachfront & Coastal Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAI), Coastal & Island Eco-Resorts (THAAAHAG)

Keywords

• Luxury boutique hotel
• Beachfront accommodations
• Surf school lessons
• Rainforest spa treatments
• Destination wedding venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Tofino

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. Luxury Boutique Hotel Accommodation: The resort generates primary revenue through offering oceanfront rooms, spacious suites, and rainforest cottages for overnight stays. Accommodations include beachfront rooms from $759 CAD, rainforest cottages from $1249 CAD, with various seasonal packages and promotions. The resort offers direct booking through its website with tiered pricing based on room type and season.
2. Food & Beverage Outlets: Revenue from three dining venues: The Great Room (upscale fine dining with brunch and dinner), SandBar Bistro (casual beachfront dining), and The Surf Club (casual bites and beverages). The Great Room offers upscale coastal cuisine with cocktail bars and extensive wine lists supporting local BC wineries. SandBar Bistro is seasonal (May-September) with casual fare.
3. Spa Services: Rainforest Spa offers rejuvenating treatments including massage, body treatments, and facials. Spa services are available by advance booking with 15% discount offered to yoga retreat attendees.
4. Surf Club & Recreation: Revenue from surf lessons, surf rentals, e-bike rentals, and use of hot pool and cedar sauna facilities. The Surf Club also offers post-lesson equipment rentals.
5. Gift Certificates: Cash-value gift certificates redeemable toward any experience at the resort including accommodation, dining, surf lessons, and spa treatments. Purchased online for personalized amounts.
6. Event Hosting & Weddings: Revenue from hosting weddings, groups, corporate retreats, and resort events. The resort has dedicated events team for wedding planning and group bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Long Beach Lodge Resort is a luxury boutique hotel on Cox Bay in Tofino, BC, offering oceanfront accommodations (Beachfront Rooms from $759 CAD and Rainforest Cottages from $1,249 CAD per night), three dining venues (The Great Room fine dining, SandBar Bistro, Surf Club), the Rainforest Spa, and a surf school with equipment rentals. The resort also hosts weddings, corporate retreats, and curated experience packages such as Escape to the Edge, Paddle & Stay, Yoga Retreat, Surf Retreat, and Christmas at The Lodge.

Product overview

Long Beach Lodge Resort is a luxury boutique hotel offering a full-service resort experience on Cox Bay in Tofino, BC. The resort operates multiple interconnected product lines: accommodation offerings (Beachfront Rooms and Rainforest Cottages), food and beverage venues (The Great Room fine dining restaurant, SandBar Bistro casual restaurant), recreational facilities (Surf Club surf school and equipment rentals, Rainforest Spa wellness treatments, fitness room), and curated experience packages (romantic getaways, surf retreats, yoga retreats, kayak adventures, holiday packages). The resort also offers wedding and event services and sells gift certificates. All components are designed to create a cohesive West Coast hospitality experience centered on beachfront luxury, outdoor adventure, and sustainable practices.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Great Room: The resort's signature fine dining restaurant with panoramic ocean views of Cox Bay, serving locally-sourced West Coast cuisine.
• SandBar Bistro
• Surf Club
• Rainforest Spa

Products and services

• Beachfront Rooms Luxury hotel rooms with views of Cox Bay Beach featuring private patios, fireplaces, soaker tubs, and king or double beds. Starting from $759 CAD per night.
• Rainforest Cottages Two-bedroom self-contained cottages nestled in coastal greenery, featuring fully-equipped kitchens, living areas with gas fireplaces, and private hot tubs on semi-private patios. Starting from $1,249 CAD per night.
• The Great Room Gourmet oceanfront fine dining restaurant offering upscale coastal cuisine with panoramic views of Cox Bay, locally-sourced West Coast ingredients, brunch, dinner, and cocktails. Menu items range from $7 to $199.
• SandBar Bistro Casual beachfront bistro with seasonal menus offering small plates, salads, handhelds, and cocktails on a patio with ocean views. Menu items range from $10 to $31.
• Surf Club Surf school and recreational facility offering private surf lessons for all skill levels, equipment rentals (wetsuits, surfboards, booties, gloves, hoods), e-bike rentals, hot pool, and cedar sauna access. Also offers casual bites and beverages.
• Rainforest Spa Full-service spa offering rejuvenating massage, body treatments, and facials with outdoor hot tub and cedar sauna access for guests receiving treatments.
• Weddings & Events Full-service wedding and event planning including beachfront ceremonies, receptions in The Great Room or Rainforest Room, catering with locally-sourced ingredients, and coordination with local vendors.
• Escape to the Edge Package Romantic two-night getaway package including sparkling wine and truffles on arrival, three-course gourmet dinner, breakfast for two, and two 60-minute spa treatments. Starting from $589 CAD per night.
• Paddle & Stay Package Six-day, five-night package with three-day guided kayak tour to Vargas Island, camping gear, meals, and 3-night lodge stay. Starting from $1,806 CAD per night.
• Yoga Retreat Package Three-night wellness retreat with daily breakfast, six guided yoga classes, final dinner, welcome amenity, and 15% off spa treatments. Starting from $1,812.
• Surf Retreat Package Three-night surf coaching retreat with four guided surf sessions, video analysis workshop, daily breakfast, and final dinner. Starting from $2,241.
• Christmas at The Lodge Package Three-night holiday package including festive three-course Christmas dinner for two, bottle of sparkling wine, and choice of spa treatments or surf lessons. Starting from $615 CAD per night (early bird).
• Become a Friend, Feel Like Family Package Extended-stay package offering 30% off stays of 5 nights or more from October 12 to March 11 in a Forest Standard Room based on double occupancy. Starting from $230 CAD per night.
• Gift Certificates Cash-value gift certificates redeemable toward accommodation, dining, surf lessons, and spa treatments at the resort. Available in personalized amounts with various template designs and email delivery.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2025 was the strongest year on record for the resort
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Paddle West KayakingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive partnership for the Paddle & Stay package combining Long Beach Lodge accommodations with three-day guided kayak tours to Vargas Island. Includes camping gear, meals, and resort amenities. Partnership provides integrated adventure tourism experience for guests.
• Surfrider Foundation (Pacific Rim Chapter)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership for beach cleanups, ReSurf program for gear recycling, Hold On To Your Butt campaign, and Ocean Friendly Business certification. Surfrider recognized the lodge as an Ocean Friendly Business.
• Raincoast Education SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to offer Free Summer Kids' Camps at Long Beach Lodge, providing educational nature experiences for young guests during summer months.
• SUPA Society (Surf's Up for Autism)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual surf event for children and families living with Autism. Long Beach Lodge hosts the event and provides surf instructors. Partnership running for over a decade.
• Queen of the PeakminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual women's surf competition and celebration of West Coast female surf community. Long Beach Lodge is a sponsor of the event.
• Lucky Logger InvitationalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpression of style longboarding competition held as sub-contest during Queen of the Peak event. Long Beach Lodge provides venue and support.
• Pacific Rim Whale FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual festival celebrating grey whale migration and marine conservation. Long Beach Lodge serves as staging area for festival events and participates in community activities.
• Condé Nast TravelerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLuxury travel publication that featured Long Beach Lodge in Readers' Choice Awards, providing marketing exposure and credibility.
• TripAdvisorcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerTravel review platform where Long Beach Lodge maintains strong presence with consistent 5-star reviews and Travelers' Choice Award recognition. Platform drives direct bookings.
• World Travel AwardsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAwards organization that recognized Long Beach Lodge as British Columbia's Leading Boutique Hotel for consecutive years.
• Ocean WiseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSeafood sustainability certification program. As an Ocean Wise member, the resort serves only sustainably sourced seafood in its restaurants.
• Westcoast Sustainable Tourism Association (WSTCA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry association charging 1% Sustainability Fee on overnight stays to support cultural, social, environmental and infrastructure projects on Vancouver Island's West Coast.
• Mint Cleaning SuppliesminorOthersUcluelet-based eco-friendly cleaning product company supplying non-aerosol, environmentally responsible cleaning products for housekeeping operations.
• TacofinominorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal Tofino food business providing catering for resort events like staff celebrations.
• District of TofinominorOthersLocal municipal government partner for community initiatives including Earth Day cleanups, water conservation programs, and single-use plastic bans.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Relais & Châteaux (network): Global luxury hospitality collection that includes the closest Tofino competitor (Wickaninnish Inn). Functions as a brand benchmark for the luxury boutique segment Long Beach Lodge competes in and a channel through which high-end travelers discover properties.

Direct peers

• Wickaninnish Inn: The most direct competitor in Tofino: a Relais & Châteaux luxury boutique hotel also on Chesterman Beach (adjacent to Cox Bay). Both compete for the same luxury leisure traveler, surf-and-stormwatching experience, and fine-dining accolades in Tofino's tiny high-end market.
• Black Rock Oceanfront Resort: Ucluelet oceanfront resort ~45 minutes from Tofino on the same West Coast Vancouver Island corridor. Targets the same luxury leisure traveler with comparable beachfront accommodations and on-site dining.
• Pacific Sands Beach Resort: Tofino beachfront resort directly on Cox Bay / Pacific Rim Highway. Competes for surf-centric families and groups, offering similar beachfront cottages but at a lower luxury tier than Long Beach Lodge.
• Tofino Resort + Marina: Tofino waterfront hotel at the marina, ~10 km from Cox Bay. Competes for the same Tofino leisure traveler with a more modest luxury tier and marina/waterfront positioning rather than surf beach.

Emerging players

• Nimmo Bay Resort: Boutique wilderness lodge on the BC coast accessible by floatplane or boat. Comparable BC luxury adventure-resort positioning with all-inclusive packages, fine dining, and sustainability credentials.
• Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge: Seasonal luxury eco-resort near Tofino offering canvas-tent glamping and adventure programming. Competes for the same affluent eco-adventure traveler with similar sustainability branding, though at higher price points and lower room count.
• Sonora Resort: Luxury wilderness resort on Sonora Island, BC. Comparable as a BC luxury resort with all-inclusive packages, fine dining, spa, and adventure programming — competes for the high-end BC luxury leisure segment though geographically separate.

Regional players

• Crystal Cove Beach Resort: Tofino cottage resort near Chesterman Beach with similar Cox Bay-area beachfront positioning. Competes for self-catering family and group segments but at a notably lower luxury/amenity tier than Long Beach Lodge.
• Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa: Vancouver Island waterfront resort in Sidney, BC, near Victoria International Airport. Comparable full-service hotel with spa and on-site dining, though serving an urban-adjacent leisure/business market rather than the surf-and-wilderness Tofino experience.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/LongBeachLodgeResort
• Instagraminstagram.com/longbeachlodgeresort
• TikToktiktok.com/@longbeachlodgeresort
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/long-beach-lodge-resort

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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