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River Heights Motel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Courtenay motel

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Exterior
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free self parking
Exterior
Room, 1 Queen Bed | Bathroom | Shower, towels

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Courtenay

In Courtenay .You'll find Landmark Cinemas Courtenay and Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Sid Williams Theatre and Simms Millennium Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • St. Joseph General Hospital - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Comox Municipal Marina - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Comox Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Flying Canoe West Coast Pub - ‬5 min walk

About this property

River Heights Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Courtenay motel
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 the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 guestroom 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 each 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

How close is River Heights Motel to the airport?

River Heights Motel is 6.8 mi (13-min drive) away from the Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Heights Motel on Aug 29, 2025 start from $94.2, excluding 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.

Does River Heights Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at River Heights Motel.

How close is River Heights Motel to the beach?

This motel is 4.3 mi (8-min drive) from Seal Bay Nature Park and 12.4 mi (20-min drive) from Williams Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does River Heights Motel offer free breakfast?

River Heights Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at River Heights Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at River Heights Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at River Heights Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does River Heights Motel have a pool?

River Heights Motel does not have a pool.

Does River Heights Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is River Heights Motel to downtown Courtenay?

River Heights Motel is 0.7 mi away from Courtenay.

River Heights Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 225 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Loring

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled fresh and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

n a good coat of paint would help..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Economical place to stay and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

William

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ARYA VIJAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Celeste

Liked: Staff & service
Great for a quick night sleep before early flight!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you to the managers for being very helpful and accommodating with allowing us to store our belongings with them when our vehicle broke down. Very kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024