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Whalers Guesthouse

2.0 star property

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and surrounded by trees.
A spacious room with wooden floors, a stone fireplace, large windows with a lake view, and a wooden ceiling.
A spacious living room with a stone wall, wooden beams, and large windows overlooking a lake.
A stone fireplace with a bench, wooden beams, and large windows.
A dining area with a stone wall, wooden chairs, a wooden table, and large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$574
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

Explore the area

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81 West Street, Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0
  • Place, Tofino Art Glass
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Tofino Bike Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Tonquin Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Budget Private room with shared bathrooms

A room with bunk beds, a dresser, a window, and a radiator.

Budget Private room with shared bathrooms

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Private room with ocean views and shared bathrooms

A room with bunk beds, a window with a mountain view, and carpeted flooring.

Private room with ocean views and shared bathrooms

  • Sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Private room with 2-piece bathroom and shared shower

A room with bunk beds, a chair, and a window with a view of trees.

Private room with 2-piece bathroom and shared shower

  • Sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed OR 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Private room with full bathroom, balcony and cove views

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and surrounded by trees.

Private room with full bathroom, balcony and cove views

  • Partial sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed OR 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Private room with 6 single beds and shared bathrooms

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a radiator.

Private room with 6 single beds and shared bathrooms

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room

A room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with a view of greenery.

Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Private room with 4 single beds and shared bathrooms

A bunk bed with a wooden headboard, a single bed with a patterned blanket, a wooden chair, and a wardrobe with numbered doors.

Private room with 4 single beds and shared bathrooms

  • Sea view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Private room with ocean view, 2-piece bathroom and shared showers

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with a view of mountains and water.

Private room with ocean view, 2-piece bathroom and shared showers

  • Sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Private room with ocean view, 2-piece bathroom, shared showers - accessible

A room with bunk beds, a window with a view of mountains, and a chair.

Private room with ocean view, 2-piece bathroom, shared showers - accessible

  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Tofino

Whalers Guesthouse puts you in the heart of Tofino, within just a 10-minute stroll of Eagle Aerie Gallery and Tofino Art Glass. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This guest house has free WiFi in public areas, a library and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Tofino guest house include Chesterman Beach and Mackenzie Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Eagle Aerie Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tofino Art Glass - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tofino Bike Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tonquin Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rhino Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shed - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ombré - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ahous Adventures - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Whalers Guesthouse

As a guest of Whalers Guesthouse, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. Whalers Guesthouse also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tofino guest house.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Whalers Guesthouse offers 21 accommodations. This Tofino guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (CAD 5 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 1.00 per cent destination fee will be charged.
  • A damage deposit of CAD 300 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: CAD 5 per night

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting
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
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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Whalers Guesthouse Tofino
Whalers Guesthouse Guesthouse
Whalers Guesthouse Guesthouse Tofino

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Whalers Guesthouse?

Whalers Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Whalers Guesthouse?

As of 26 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whalers Guesthouse on 28 Jul 2026 start from NZ$574, 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 Whalers Guesthouse?

Yep, Whalers Guesthouse has an uncovered self car park for CAD 5 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Whalers Guesthouse?

The closest beach to Whalers Guesthouse is Mackenzie Beach (2.1 km).

Is Whalers Guesthouse family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a gas grill, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Whalers Guesthouse is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whalers Guesthouse?

No, Whalers Guesthouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Whalers Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Whalers Guesthouse?

No, pets are not allowed.

Whalers Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well equipped kitchen, living room, dining room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Sara

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room price was so so expensive compared to what we got in the room, and the rules of the accommodation was so vast and extensive. Also you have workers living there full time while you charge regular people an arm and a leg to be there for not even 8 hours.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Toller Ausblick vom Zimmer, Gemeinschaftsbad sehr sauber, Küche gut ausgestattet, alles top. Sehr empfehlenswertes Hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Véronique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
tres bieni
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Allan Lund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hyggeligt sted kanon udsigt
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Andreas

Stayed 1 night in May 2025