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Nimpkish Hotel

2.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with free breakfast and restaurant

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Near Alert Bay Ferry Terminal, Nimpkish Hotel welcomes travelers with continental breakfast and a cozy restaurant. Enjoy scenic views from the terrace. Guests appreciate free in-room WiFi, comfortable outdoor furniture, and secure luggage storage.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Lighthouse Room (No Pets)

Lighthouse Room (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Freezer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Serenity Room (No Pets)

Serenity Room (No Pets)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Refreshment Room (No Pets)

Refreshment Room (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Anchor Room (No Pets)

Anchor Room (No Pets)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Tranquility Room (No Pets)

Tranquility Room (No Pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Compass Room (No Pets)

Compass Room (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Getaway (No Pets)

Romantic Getaway (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Fan
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Seastar Room (Pet Friendly)

Seastar Room (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fathoms Room (Pet Friendly)

Fathoms Room (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
318 Fir Street, Alert Bay, BC, V0N 1A0

What's nearby

  • 'Namgis Original Burial Grounds - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Alert Bay Visitor Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alert Bay Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Alert Bay Ecological Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • World's Tallest Totem Pole - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Port McNeill, BC (YMP) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sally's Snack Shack - ‬97 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tina Turner's - ‬86 min drive
  • ‪Old Saltery Pub - ‬97 min drive
  • ‪Coho Joe Cafe - ‬56 min drive

About this property

Nimpkish Hotel

Hotel near 'Namgis Original Burial Grounds
Located close to Alert Bay Ferry Terminal and Alert Bay Ecological Park, Nimpkish Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A ferry terminal shuttle, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Nimpkish Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Mini fridges, freezers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nimpkish Hotel Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1920
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Freezer
  • Mini-fridge

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 250 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Nimpkish Hotel Hotel
Nimpkish Hotel Alert Bay
Nimpkish Hotel Hotel Alert Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Nimpkish Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Nimpkish Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nimpkish Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Nimpkish Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Nimpkish Hotel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of 'Namgis Original Burial Grounds and Alert Bay Ferry Terminal. Alert Bay Ecological Park and Cormorant Channel Marine Provincial Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Nimpkish Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, convientant location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A delightful stay in a remote location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

William

Clean rooms,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was on the waterfront with a deck on piling over the water it was spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you to Will, for upgrading us to an ocean view room, where we could sit on the deck and admire the stunning ocean view. The complementary breakfast was substantial, again with fantastic views. Dinner in the restaurant was convenient and delicious. We highly recommend the Nimkish Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is lovely and lots of different areas to enjoy the ocean view. The staff were very friendly and helpful as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host of the this property was outstanding. It was an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly, welcoming managers. Very good fusion cuisine with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Alert Bay! The staff were wonderful. They accommodated our early check in without question. The rooms are clean, and charming. The food was delicious, the outdoor patio has incredible views. We loved our stay at Nimpkish hotel and will definitely be back on our next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly warm welcoming people. Great breakfast. Excellent bed, sheets & pillows. Peaceful tranquil atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Nimpkish Hotel. Our room was spotless, comfortable and had an amazing seaside view. The owners and staff were so welcoming and constantly went out of their way to ensure we had a great stay. Breakfast was included and dinner, only offered to hotel guests was leaps and bounds above anything else in town! We highly recommend the Nimpkish Hotel to anyone travelling to Alert Bay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murtaza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

November at the Nimpkish

Amazing experience. Felt at home. Very accomodating got an upgrade to room with balcony and oceanview upper level. Very quite and clean. Complimentary breakfast. The hostess was amazing, made special food for me due to dietary restrictions, very delicious. Very caring and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Nimpkish are perhaps the nicest I've ever met in the hotel business. The property is old but the views are fantastic. The only thing i did not enjoy was the lack of screens on the windows. I would however stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nimpkish Hotel - Pearl of Alert Bay

Excellent stay at the Nimpkish Hotel. Hosts were friendly, helpful, accommodating, courteous, and hospitality +++ We are so happy to have chosen this hotel for our stay. Exceeded all expectations. A true gem! Spectacular sunsets from the large private deck that overlooks the Bay. Walking distance to practically everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived after a very long day of traveling and upon arrival i met the kindest woman who is the inn keeper...incredibly warm and compassionate even though i arrived late..she even made me the most delicious shrimp curry after the restaurant was closed. Dinning room overlooksalert bay so excellent point to see wildlife while eating free breakfast. Beds were like clouds, room cozy and immaculate. A nice 15 minute walk from ferry. The owner went above and beyond to help me arrange transportation to final destination as well as just be an i credible conversationalist. I would always stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Nimpkish Hotel! Our room was cosy and comfortable with SPECTACULAR OCEAN FRONT views! The brightly coloured hotel is cheerful and so are the owners (who are hands on) and employees. Our dinner was fresh and tasty. I had halibut and chips and my his had a curry halibut and rice dish. After dinner we took a stroll back to our room, stopping in the breakfast nook / seating section to chat with a couple enjoying a bottle of wine. Once back in the room to our amazement we saw killer whales from the bedroom window! In the morning we had a complimentary coffee and lemon loaf with fruit as part of the continental breakfast. Our host was so lovely when we checked out she gave lots a few suggestions on things to do before catching our ferry back to Port McNeill. Thank you for a delightful stay! Holly and Jim
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The romance room was definitely worth the money. Spent 2 stormy days enjoying the views and unwinding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nimpkish Hotel is an excellent place to stay on Cormorant Island. We arrived very late at night due to a late last ferry but the owners and staff were extremely accommodating and helpful. The facility was clean and charming. Breakfast overlooked the beautiful harbour and offered lots of options. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Disliked: Staff & service
Unless you went looking for staff I saw no one.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a 100 year old hotel in the village of Alert Bay. Our room had a small balcony with a great view. The breakfast included bread, fruit and yogurt. The dining room downstairs had a limited menu. Don’t pay any attention to the one posted online. Prices, of course were higher , but the food was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
It's an old inn and rustic which is cool but it is missing something. Staff is adequate but there was little interaction or interest in the guests. Aside from one cheery table server the owner and wife were lackluster, and we had the impression they didn't really want to be there. The restaurant menu needs an update with fresh salads and fresh food. Too much food comes from frozen like French fries, halibut even the beef and broccoli were from the freezer. Fries accompany most food with no other choices, i.e. a salad. Sticky menus and stained aprons are not impressive. The continental breakfast could use more variety and don't put out brown bananas. The rooms are clean but the lazy-boy chair in my room looked old and stained. Having a balcony was great and overall, everything was okay but too expensive for what you got.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from breakfast nook Quaint. Attractive
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved our view and cute little breakfast area to over look the sunrise and lovely eagles
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Sans plus

Un peu bancale dans les chambres l'hotel n'est pas bien insonorisé, pour autant il est très calme donc pas de soucis. Le gril restaurant est fermé les dimanches et lundis et c'est indiqué nulle part, ni sur Google ni sur le site internet de l'hotel. C'est vraiment dommageable car il n'y a pas beaucoup de possibilites de dîner a cette époque. Les petits dejeuners sont corrects sans plus. Ce ne sera pasmon meilleur souvenir en Colombie Britanique
Stayed 1 night in May 2025