Pacific Sands is a beautiful resort located in Tofino on Vancouver Island. Is it about a 4 hour drive from Nanaimo, but 1000% worth the long drive to get there. Tofino is a small surfer town made up of beautiful beaches, cute cafes and restaurants and stunning accommodations along the coastline. Pacific Sands is on Cox Bay, which is a popular beach for surfing and hiking (Cox Bay Lookout). If you stay here, we recommend splurging on a beach house, which is perfect for a couple’s getaway, family trip or a group of friends!