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Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Loch Lomond Ski Area

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The Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel in Fort William offers a peaceful setting. Enjoy American dishes at Cliffhanger restaurant, relax in the garden or indoor pool, and use free WiFi. The property offers dry cleaning and is near historic sites like Loch Lomond Ski Area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Free airport shuttle
The current price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (2nd Floor)

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (2nd Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2nd Floor;with Sofabed)

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2nd Floor;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ground Floor (Living Room)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ground Floor (Living Room)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ground Floor (Living Room)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
2080 Highway #61, Thunder Bay, ON, P7B5E3

What's nearby

  • Fort William Historical Park - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - 12 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Intercity Shopping Centre - 14 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Lakehead University - 15 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Fort William Gardens - 19 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nomad - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Neebing Roadhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre

Hotel near Loch Lomond Ski Area
Located close to Fort William Historical Park, Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre provides free continental breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a garden. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Cliffhanger, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and garden views. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall and meeting rooms
  • Free newspapers, a ballroom and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 89 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as high-speed Internet.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cliffhanger

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 8,968 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 30 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: CAD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented at the time of check-in and must belong to one of the travelling party. Guests who plan to pay for other guests' stay must contact the property in advance.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

BEST WESTERN Nor'Wester
BEST WESTERN Nor'Wester Hotel
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester Hotel
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester Hotel Thunder Bay
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester Thunder Bay
Nor'Wester Hotel
Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel Conference Centre
Plus Nor'wester & Conference
Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$310.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre located?

Situated in Thunder Bay, this hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Loch Lomond Ski Area, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Fort William Historical Park and Fort William Gardens. Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre and Intercity Shopping Centre are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 371 out of 634 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 634 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 634 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 634 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 634 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location, comfortable bed, helpful staff, great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, super dog friendly! All staff was helpful and accommodating. Leona at the restaurant was lovely to deal with! Good food, nice room. Excellent stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Nice place, good service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and drive up options were great. The breakfast is a full menue option and the views are great. Overall a great place to stay with pets!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is just on the outskirts of the city and is nice and quiet. Room was clean, well maintained and had all the regular amenities. The grounds were very nice with a view of a mountain. The complimentary breakfast at the restaurant was awesome! All staff were pleasant, courteous and friendly. Will stay agin for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice accommodations! Great staff. Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay and pet friendly rooms have easy outdoors access
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff but the hotel is dated and over priced for how old it is.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, friendly gave upgrade very happy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Worth the drive!

Lovely and quiet, great breakfast, awesome gym facilities and pool. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how welcoming and kind the Staff was. As my first visit to thunder bay, they ensured i had a proper experience and had a great scenic view from my room. The restaurant was great, friendly and open staff; very relaxed but also very professional. Will definitely stay here again on my next visit!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a quiet and serene place with great view of the mountain. Clean and Spacious with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice front desk staff member. Helpful with cleaning cloth (new) with bottle of water for. Biker who wants to clean his bike. Just a real nice place to stay. Beautiful views. Love being just outside the city and away from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Erhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location but breakfast is not buffet and services is slow
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Good breakfast. Pet friendly. Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Balwinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need to improve on cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay outside of town. Beautiful property and very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Amenities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love the stay at this hotel… The view from my room was absolutely beautiful when I showed up. Expedia failed to put a note about pet friendly however they accommodated me immediately and gave me one of their rooms that wasn’t usually pet friendly. The amenities were close by the restaurant was delicious. They give you a breakfast voucher for a full dine breakfast. I had their French onion soup tacos, and a Long Island iced tea, which was delicious washroom was immaculately clean the room was super comfortable. The bed was super comfortable. I would definitely recommend this to everybody.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chesed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot for nature lovers. Great weather. Easy access to rooms. Lovely atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, room and service. The breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent and hotel very clean and well maintened
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean. Great for overnight travelling with pets and family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024