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Pioneer Inn by the River

Property class: 2

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A campground with RVs, a large building with a red roof, and a forested mountain backdrop.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in oven.
A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a kitchen area in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a door, a window, and a carpeted floor.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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8405 Byng Rd, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0
  • Place, Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Port McNeill Visitor Centre
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Hardy, BC (YZT)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Single Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a couch.

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Studio Suite

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a sink.

Family Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Business Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a couch.

Business Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a small table with a placemat, and a view of greenery through the window.

Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Exclusive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Port Hardy

At Pioneer Inn by the River you'll be steps from Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Quatse River Estuary. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Port Hardy motel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Fisherman's Wharf and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Quarterdeck Marina.
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What's nearby

  • Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Vancouver Island Regional Library - Port Hardy Branch - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Misty Lake Ecological Reserve - 17 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Port McNeill Visitor Centre - 35 min drive - 49.8 km

Getting around

  • Port Hardy, BC (YZT) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonalds - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sporty Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Café Guido - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Na'xid Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Market Street Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Pioneer Inn by the River

Pioneer Inn by the River offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Pioneer Inn by the River also features laundry facilities, express check-out, and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This Port Hardy motel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Pioneer Inn by the River offers 36 accommodations with free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 20 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of CAD 60 per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: CAD 60 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: CAD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: CAD 20 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pioneer Inn by the River?

Pioneer Inn by the River offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pioneer Inn by the River?

As of 5 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pioneer Inn by the River on 16 Nov 2026 start from AU$165, 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 parking available at Pioneer Inn by the River?

Yep, Pioneer Inn by the River has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Pioneer Inn by the River?

The closest beach to Pioneer Inn by the River is Bear Cove Recreation Site (4.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pioneer Inn by the River?

No, Pioneer Inn by the River does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pioneer Inn by the River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Pioneer Inn by the River Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 325 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Helpful Employees Ease to Airport
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming to pets and well-maintained washrooms. The carpet had some stains but everything good otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and easy to out to other places
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Adequate parking close to ferry terminal
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

A little bit ok!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
great overnight stay, staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Pioneer Inn is an older property which appears from the outside to have seen better days. However the friendly new owners are upgrading the interior. Our room was spacious & the beds were lovely. The floors were redone with new flooring , bathrooms vanity. etc. The restaurant which is run by the hotel owners has delicious Asian food. I enjoyed the beautifully presented tempura.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
friendly staff, breakfast snacks for the am, great restaurant adjacent to the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent, nice and clean, also quiet which i love.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely staff and good experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place for one night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great little motel. Older but extremely comfortable and very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice surroundings property and spacious room for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great as it was a stop over before hiking the Cape Scott trail.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rustic spot nestled in the woods with walking paths nearby, will be staying again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, large clean room for a family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
great location near ferry terminal, needs major renovation, polite and efficient check in, good location for fishing charters, reasonable pricing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rustic well run clean well organized. Suites are great for families. Restaurant had great food .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a newly renovated kitchenette and it was very clean and had a nice deep bathtub, we really enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall we were happy with the inn. It is a little outdated but clean and check in was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stop on our north island adventure!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023