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River Heights Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Courtenay with free parking

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Exterior
Exterior
Free self-parking
Room, 1 Queen Bed | Bathroom
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Explore the area

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1820 CLIFFE AVE, Courtenay, BC, V9N2K8
  • Place, Vancouver Island Visitor Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Comox Ferry Terminal
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Courtenay

At River Heights Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre and Landmark Cinemas Courtenay. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Courtenay motel include Sid Williams Theatre and Simms Millennium Park.
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What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • St. Joseph General Hospital - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Comox Municipal Marina - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Comox Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Quality Foods - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Flying Canoe West Coast Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse - ‬3 min walk

About this property

River Heights Motel

Motel in Courtenay with free parking
Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Courtenay motel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
River Heights Motel offers 16 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at River Heights Motel?

River Heights Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at River Heights Motel?

As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Heights Motel on 2 Oct 2025 start from NZ$156.79, 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 River Heights Motel?

Yep, River Heights Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to River Heights Motel?

The closest beach to River Heights Motel is Williams Beach (17.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Heights Motel?

No, River Heights Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at River Heights Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at River Heights Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

River Heights Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 244 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms at an affordable price
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

InterraPlan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christel

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Value for money. We had a two room suite for what we would normally pay for one room. We really enjoyed our stay in Courtenay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lana

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

CAROL A, Powell River

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was good value
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty, there were spider webs and cob webs everywhere, the floor felt dirty, there was hair in the bedding, there was mold in the bathroom, and there was no hot water in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Rk

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is an old establishment. The room had an unpleasant odor. The room was dusty. Beds were ok, not uncomfortable. Bathroom was ok, noisy pipes. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

olinka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
bed was comfortable and room was clean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tanya

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So not worth the price $135 per night. Nothing has been updated since the 70’s.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good access to services. Reasonable price. Two separate rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, easy and cheap. Nothing fancy, walls could use some paint, but a good bargain room for a quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, efficient staff. Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael Rodger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kyung Ha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Affordable motel for short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic stay, right price for me. Didn’t really interact with the staff at all. No issues.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Tate

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rough
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Perry

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025