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Reviews of Pioneer Inn by the River This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

8405 Byng Road, V0N 2P0 Port Hardy, Canada

#7 of 8 hotels in Port Hardy

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Review Score

Based on 239 hotel reviews

6.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.1

  • Comfort

    6.9

  • Location

    7.4

  • Facilities

    6.4

  • Staff

    7.9

  • Value for money

    6.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: November 26, 2023

    5.0
    I don't think I will be staying there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location; I went there to see the town so I found the location of this place a bit out of town. Room: - The toilet paper roll dispenser was empty (actually had the cardboard tube still inserted). I did find a roll of toilet paper to use. - The room was dated. - The floor was very uneven. it felt like the entire room sloped to the back of the room. - The Bathroom door was closed upon my arrival. upon opening the door the room was extremely cold. thought the window was open but it wasn't. -Wasted a lot of water waiting for hot water to arrive in order to take a shower.

    The bed was comfortable. The room was clean.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2023

    7.0
    ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    non applicable

    non applicable

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2023

    5.0
    Fair
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2023

    5.0
    Fair
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    cleaning, especially clothes on bed blankets not in good condition, smell not pleasant, no fans or a/c in the facility, but staff is good thanks

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    5.0
    Can not recommend this accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lack of a friendly greeting during check in. Booking had somehow disappeared from the system between the afternoon and our arrival from the ferry terminal at midnight. We were able to check in, but there were a few tense moments until we were assured that two rooms were still available. We were able to book two rooms for the same night at another hotel - at close to half the price.

    Location was fairly close to the Port Hardy ferry terminal, but I expected better quality for $154 plus taxes.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2023

    6.0
    hmmm it’s ok to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the bathroom door doesn’t close properly. I didn’t like that i couldn’t close it for privacy. it doesn’t lock.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2023

    7.0
    Easy check in and check out.
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No Air Conditioner or fan. Needed box of Kleenex. Hair Dryer Mattress was very hard.

    No breakfast there. I liked that there was a sink and dishes to use. Lots of towels.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2023

    7.0
    Perfectly clean, close to the ferry, and delicious sushi restaurant attached!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There were no blackout curtains

    Great sushi restaurant attached! Also close to a really beautiful walking trail across the street.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2023

    7.0
    I’ll be back again
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    units were previously run down but many updated improvements since my last stay makes for a better experience

    proximity to ferry terminal location, parking security

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2023

    6.0
    Price would be high anywhere else, but fair enough given the high demand and low supply of rooms.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room a bit tired (decor). No table, not even a small one.

    Coffee and tea in room. Clean modernized bathroom with new fixtures, Plenty of new, clean towels. Brand new linens. Friendly desk staff.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2022

    5.0
    Was a good spot for staying before taking the ferry
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hot water took a very long time to come through, room smelt like air freshener, no way to get a wake up call

    Nice location and close to ferry terminal, parking for the vehicle right outside, friendly staff, quiet

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2022

    7.0
    Served the purpose
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Shower was a problem. Had been advised it was finicky

    very clean and very handy for driving to the ferry

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2022

    6.0
    I was surprised that it was expensive as it was we’re having so little to offer.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place is very old and has not been updated. And very remote so there was nothing around there. I did not realize that when I booked

    We left too early to access the breakfast so do not know what it was like. It appeared that many people were also leaving very early so perhaps the breakfast could’ve been offered in another form. Muffins to take and put in your own fridge if you were leaving before the office opened

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2022

    6.0
    Just been there for an overnight stay from the ferry.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was very small.

    We just stayed there for a few hours after a late arrival from the ferry. The room was clean. For a longer stay definately to small for three people.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2022

    5.0
    The bedding and towels were clean and fresh. I would not book here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Poor air quality screen did not fit the one window Only one window that opened Cobwebs in the corners.

    proximity to the ferry

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2022

    5.0
    The staff is wonderful, the rooms are.... interesting. Bring your own towels.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We booked a room for our family, 2 adults and 2 kids. There were only 2 towels in the room and only 3 pillows. Thankfully we were traveling through and was able to dig bedding and towels from our rooftop storage. There were dirty knives in the cutlery drawer that I had to wash before using, I decided not to take a look at the rest of the dishes and use some takeout containers in the car as plates. Overall we booked to shower and sleep and I didn't feel very clean leaving the place.

    The staff were wonderful during check in. We were easily able to check in after 7pm and out by 5am. They had free cookies for the kids by the front desk so it was a win in their books!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Building itself fairly rundown.

    Very clean.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2022

    6.0
    The inn is decent and in a good, out-of-the way and quiet location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Should have blackout curtains on the windows. Way too much light came into the room. The room would benefit with having a fan, if only to block out the noise of footsteps outside.

    Everything was clean and functional. Beds were relatively comfortable. Location was good. Liked that it wasn't near traffic. Check-in was fast and easy.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2022

    7.0
    Watch out for the Bear of you go walking down the road!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Easier access to restaurant or information to order take out.

    Convenient location. practical overnight place to stay

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2022

    7.0
    It was satisfactory and I would stay again when we go fishing... it will be better soon.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We wanted cook a pizza and the oven didn't work. The drain in the bathroom sink was leaking (I informed the owners, they were not aware). Bathroom window sill needed cleaning desperately... okay if you are not tall enough, but my husband definitely was able to see

    it has potential as they are updating and renovating. We got an unrenovated room. It is a perfect place if you are going fishing as it has cleaning facilities, kitchenettes, laundry and good location to fishing the westcoast of the lsland, or the east coast.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2022

    7.0
    arrived late off the ferry and easily made our way to the inn. convenient check in and check out. the manager helped me
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    it’s definitely an older property, you can tell upgrades are slowly being made. the linens on the beds should be upgraded next

    easy check in. noticeable upgrades, very friendly staff. spacious room, well equipped kitchen

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The IN is in desperate need of upgrades

    It just is a nice area being out of town a bit

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 28, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom sink leaked water through the cabinet onto the floor. Shower didn't work; had to have a bath.

    Close to town

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 26, 2022

    7.0
    Stay was quiet and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    No breakfast facilities in the vicinity, have to head into town.

    Very convenient location to the BC ferry terminal and check in available late nights on days of the ferry arrival at midnight. Friendly staff. Room was clean with basic facilities of fridge, microwave and kettle. Tea, coffee and cookies available at the front desk.

    Stayed in June 2022

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