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Pioneer Inn by the River

2.0 star property
Motel in Port Hardy with free parking

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Exterior
Exterior
Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds
Exterior
Family Studio Suite

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 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, Port Hardy Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Hardy Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Hardy, BC (YZT)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Business Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Business Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Port Hardy

At Pioneer Inn by the River you'll be steps from Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Port Hardy Harbour. 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
  • Port Hardy Harbour - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Quarterdeck Marina - 7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Port Hardy Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Guido - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonalds - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mo's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ha'me Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Pioneer Inn by the River

Motel in Port Hardy with free parking
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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  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
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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

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 20 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of CAD 20 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

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 20 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 20 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 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pioneer Inn by the River on 7 Nov 2025 start from AU$162.84, 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.

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.

Reviews

Pioneer Inn by the River Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 301 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cecilia

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sofa bed need to be changed it’s too old and when you enter the room it’s not a good smell n
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

High price for what you get.

Older hotel, price high for what you get. Compliments breakfast was nice. Rooms are old and run down. Lots of guest fishing with own boats and park in the stalls right in front of rooms which made it inconvenient. Boats could be parked elsewhere rather than in front of rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myrna

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

Great hotel

The manager stayed up very late to accomodate us getting off the ferry. The complimentary breakfast was very good. The staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rustic well run clean well organized. Suites are great for families. Restaurant had great food .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

victor

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
It was close to the ferry was its only attribute.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Doug

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

QINGXING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
safe
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

Ok…a little pricing for the quality

Nice selection of breaky and coffee early morning to acccomodate guests catching early ferry. Did not like catering to fisherman and allowing them to take up parking spaces outside the rooms with both truck and boats!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

It was a wonderful experience and this I know I will never go again to north Ontario
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

JOE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The first thing that struck me was the shabbiness of the railings on the 2nd floor of the Inn. The paint was peeling off the boards and it looked as though its needed maintenance for quite a while. Didn't exactly privide a warm, welcome feeling after traveling all day. Aside from that however, the lobby was OK, the owners were cheerful, and check-in went smoothly. The room was clean with modern fixtures; no complaints there. I was able to park my vehicle right in front of the room. Painting the railings would be a definite improvement!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

john

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The rooms were clean and serviceable, nothing fancy. The manager lived onsite and was friendly but hard to understand at times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather

Price for one night for what we got, the sofa bed almost didn’t pull out we were afraid to pull out, lack of amenity for price, room had a weird smell
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Helena

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Johanna

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocky

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Older property but well managed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
great overnight stay, staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sanjay

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

10/10 Excellent

Pawel

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The room was ok. It was clean clean. The property is a little dated. Definately not worth what I was charged for 1 night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravinder

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

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and area was quiet due to being a little out of town. However, it is the little things that make or break. The bed was hard, the light switch in the bathroom was hidden behind the door, the coffee pods provided were one cup and the coffee pot was four cup. The cord was too short to reach the intended outlet. The gentleman who checked us in was poorly organized. We did not take advantage of breakfast as we had to be at the ferry at 6AM. It appeared it might be available that early.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathi

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025