Nimpkish Hotel is located on the beachfront in Alert Bay, Cormorant Island. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom.
Rosy
United Kingdom
Such a magical place to stay. It was lovely to be upgraded in our room and we stayed longer than we were going to. The new owners were in their first full week and they were so wonderful. The food is incredible.
Facing the beachfront in Alert Bay, Orca Inn has a bar and water sports facilities. The accommodation features evening entertainment and free WiFi. At the inn, all rooms include a wardrobe.
Walter
Canada
A room and bathroom in an older building - may have been a rooming house or an inn previous - it's fine - it's not luxury by any means but that's not what ya pay for... cheery innkeeper - there's an attached restaurant and pub but I was there for another event which prevented partaking in either.
Seine Boat Inn offers accommodation in Alert Bay, on Cormorant Island. A scenic ferry ride takes guests to the property. Rooms include a flat-screen TV.
Kristine
Canada
Owner very flexible at providing a last minute room for additional traveller, rooms are beautiful and located right on water
Overlooking Johnstone Strait, this B&B on the south shore of Cormorant Island features ocean and mountain views. Orca whales can be spotted from the sun terrace. Log-style rooms offer free Wi-Fi.
Natania
United Kingdom
We loved Alert Bay Lodge. It's rather quirky and clearly a labour of love for the owners Nina and Scott. There is an amazing communal space where you will find some really interesting objects and First Nations art. As well as comfy sofas and a lovely fire, tea and coffee is available. It is a wonderful open area to spend the evenings. From here you can access a veranda with incredible views over the water.
The location is amazing, we saw orca in the water right outside the lodge!
Nina and Scott are very friendly and engaging hosts. There was some healthy competition going on between them with their breakfasts.
We had an early excursion on our first morning so Scott made us breakfast rolls to go, which were great. On our second morning we had pancakes made by Scott which were very nice but on our third morning we had pancakes made by Nina which were sublime (sorry Scott)
We loved our stay here and would definitely return.
A recently renovated holiday home located in Alert Bay, Alert Bay Sweet Home features a garden. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
E Jane
Canada
This one-bedroom house on the bluff overlooking the harbour with amazing views was a superb location for our 3 night stay on Cormorant Island. Cormorant is a magical place and the Village of Alert Bay is amazingly welcoming and friendly. We attended the 65th Anniversary celebration of the local library/museum, toured U'Mista Cultural Centre, walked the Ecological Park trails and soaked in the local atmosphere in the Village shops, shopped for gifts at Culture Shock where you can find the best coffee in the Bay.
This Port McNeill accommodation is situated on 26 acres and features a Disc Golfing Course. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV are provided. Lower Nimpkish River Provincial Park is 15 km away.
Mikko
Finland
Nice place, clean and functional. We used the grill in patio both evenings at our stay.
Situated in Port McNeill, 44 km from Port Hardy Ferry Terminal, Humpback Inn features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The motel has family rooms.
Jeffrey Birch
Canada
Quiet, central location, walking distance to everything in town.
Visiting Alert Bay and the Umista Cultural Centre is a must-...
Visiting Alert Bay and the Umista Cultural Centre is a must-do for any BC resident. the history and story of the Kwawakuwak (spelt better) is important and the community and island are beautiful. Don't forget Culture Shock on the dock - a great shoppe with local artisan's work and amazing folks who run it. the giftshoppe at Umista is also wonderful...
had great food @ pemba's kitchen and also the Bayside Inn Cafe for breakfast... go hiking, go explore - it's amazing
Walter
Canada
10
Scored 10
Access to Alert Bay is by one of the new BC Ferries from...
Access to Alert Bay is by one of the new BC Ferries from Port McNeill. The ferry is a very smooth 40 min ride. The people we encountered were very friendly and helpful. Do not miss the U'Mista Cultural Centre which was very interesting and one highlight of our visit. We also saw the world's tallest totem pole which is 173 feet tall, and enjoyed many wonderful views around the island, which is not very large.
star4514
Canada
10
Scored 10
Magical.
Magical. To feel Alert Bay/Yalis, one needs to spend time in the U'Mista Cultural Centre and wandering around and talking to local First Nations people, all of whom we found very open and friendly and willing/interested to talk about and share their culture.
Gary
Australia
10
Scored 10
This is a magical village - perhaps half First Nations, half...
This is a magical village - perhaps half First Nations, half European non-indigenous - working together. More carved totem poles and other carvings around the village than I have seen anywhere in the Pacific Northwest (including Haida Gwaii). We spent five nights/six days there, seemed just right to visit the world-renowned U'mista Cultural Centre, wander the village and spend some time bush-walking through the forests on the "back-side" of the island. We spent one day on a very worthwhile and satisfying bear and other wildlife tour boat, lead by First Nations guides, ending up with an impromptu guided tour of U'mista, an unforgettable experience with people who know and have been affected. We felt it a privilege and it was deeply moving to visit the cultural centre, a special place for the repatriation of sacred First Nations artifacts. We walked, easily, everywhere, no need for a car, in fact, I believe a car would be a bother and a hindrance. The Seine Boat Inn was a tremendous place to stay - ask for one of the two fully self-contained suites perched over the water with their own decks to the sunset.
Gary
Australia
8.0
Scored 8.0
Alert Bay is a small island that is rich in First Nations...
Alert Bay is a small island that is rich in First Nations culture and history. The U’mista Culture Centre is a must see, a board walk along the waterfront takes you through town and past the burial ground with several old totem Poles.
I was there mid week and a lot of eating places were closed so bring your own snacks, maybe more is open on the weekend.
jane
Canada
10
Scored 10
For the two days we were there, we saw just about everything...
For the two days we were there, we saw just about everything we wanted to but would have enjoyed spending more time at each place. Local people were very friendly and we probably learned more about the history and life in Alert Bay just from talking to people.
This one-bedroom house on the bluff overlooking the harbour with amazing views was a superb location for our 3 night stay on Cormorant Island. Cormorant is a magical place and the Village of Alert Bay is amazingly welcoming and friendly. We attended the 65th Anniversary celebration of the local library/museum, toured U'Mista Cultural Centre, walked the Ecological Park trails and soaked in the local atmosphere in the Village shops, shopped for gifts at Culture Shock where you can find the best coffee in the Bay.
If you've never been to Alert Bay, go now and spend the night at the Nimpkish Hotel. It's an historic building in a spectacular setting and it's been lovingly restored. The managers are friendly, informative, helpful - and great cooks. If you've forgotten what quiet sounds like, this is the place to relearn. Spend a few hours at the U'mista cultural centre, admire the many totems in the community and settle in with a drink on the deck.
We had a lovely stay in Alert Bay at the Orca Inn with our extended family including the ever
so silent children :) A lovely little Inn with nooks and books and a fantastic view of the sea.
A whale and porpoises obliged us with frolicking right in front of our lounge window!
Very glad to dine at the restaurant and enjoy live music with the locals
at the pub. A genuine gem and would not hesitate to return. Big thanks to Larry :)
The couple that manages the hotel is very friendly and helpful. She is a professional chef who puts the most delicious dishes on the table. Both hosts gave us a lot of information about the area, the wildlife and they are really interested in the guests. The hotel is in a quiet area and if you are lucky, you can see the whales and dolphins passing by from the terrace.
Wooden suite above the water with a 180° window view of the bay and the strait.Excellently equipped with amenities and kitchen utensils and absolutly clean. Wonderful staff who seem to enjoy having guests and sharing their knowledge and experiences about the island.
Adventuring Alert bay is a unique experience...we will definitely come again.
Seine Boat Inn is so awesome! The property is extremely well maintained and beautiful! Your room is right over the water and the views - from any of the rooms, really, are amazing. The proprietor is very friendly and knowledgeable.
Don’t miss U’mista and Culture Shock Coffee.
This is a historic hotel right on the beach, with views of nearby islands and a spectacular sunset. Our room was small and very comfortable. We had our own balcony and access to communal living spaces. Breakfast is included and the hostess also cooks dinner on request—delicious.
Pemba and William were excellent hosts and extremely helpful and friendly. Pemba is an excellent cook and I will definitely make another trip up to Alert Bay just to visit them and stay here again.
It is very convenient and comfortable. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. We appreciated it a lot. We put our notes in the hotel guest book and wish this hotel prosperous in the future.
Don’t let the simple exterior fool you, this is an AMAZING hotel with a GREAT view while you eat and PHENOMENAL food and service by the LOVELY couple - Paula and Pablo - who own and run the place!
This home was in a perfect location to explore Alert Bay. The views were spectacular, everything was within walking distance and the kitchen had the basic necessities.
The hotel is very nice, the room was very clean and comfortable. The staff was amazing! Peter was the new manager and he was very friendly and helpful. Thanks a lot!
We absolutely loved our stay at the Seine Boat Inn! Very comfortable and clean, the location was great and the view was beautiful. Hope to return again sometime...
Great location in the heart of Alert Bay. Great food at the restaurant and pub is a really good time. The property is old but with that comes charm and character!
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