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Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre

3.0 star property
3-star eco-certified hotel near Loch Lomond Ski Area

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Indoor pool
Lobby
Lobby
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Ballroom

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Free airport shuttle

Explore the area

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2080 Highway #61, Thunder Bay, ON, P7B5E3
  • Place, Fort William Historical Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Intercity Shopping Centre
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (2nd Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2nd Floor;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ground Floor (Living Room)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ground Floor (Living Room) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ground Floor (Living Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Thunder Bay

In Thunder Bay .At this Thunder Bay hotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Loch Lomond Ski Area and 6 miles (10 km) of Fort William Historical Park. Fort William Gardens is within 9 miles (15 km) and Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Fort William Historical Park - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Fort William Gardens - 14 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - 14 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Intercity Shopping Centre - 15 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Lakehead University - 16 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nomad - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Neebing Roadhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beaux Daddy's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre

3-star eco-certified hotel near Loch Lomond Ski Area
Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 8968 square feet (833 square meters) and includes conference space. The eco-certified Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre also features a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 3-star Thunder Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 89 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 8968 sq ft of conference space
  • 833 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre offers 89 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 30.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: CAD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented at the time of check-in and must belong to one of the travelling party. Guests who plan to pay for other guests' stay must contact the property in advance.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

BEST WESTERN Nor'Wester
BEST WESTERN Nor'Wester Hotel
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester Hotel
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester Hotel Thunder Bay
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester Thunder Bay
Nor'Wester Hotel
Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel Conference Centre
Plus Nor'wester & Conference
Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre to the airport?

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre is 5.4 mi (7-min drive) away from the Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre on Oct 12, 2025 start from $171.5, 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 Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre have an airport shuttle?

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

Does Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre offer free breakfast?

Yes, Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Thunder Bay Community Bingo (13-min drive) and OLG Casino Thunder Bay (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre have a pool?

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre have a restaurant?

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre is home to Cliffhanger, which features American cuisine and garden views.

Does Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre to downtown Thunder Bay?

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre is 6.9 mi away from Thunder Bay.

Reviews

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 627 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 627 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 627 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 627 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 627 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cornelius

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, stayed many places by far best hotel in Thunder Bay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holli

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how welcoming and kind the Staff was. As my first visit to thunder bay, they ensured i had a proper experience and had a great scenic view from my room. The restaurant was great, friendly and open staff; very relaxed but also very professional. Will definitely stay here again on my next visit!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

LUCAS, dubuque

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Erhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location but breakfast is not buffet and services is slow
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean with friendly competent staff. Lovely surroundings and nice amenities. Great beds and sound proof
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location, comfortable bed, helpful staff, great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed one night. Had dinner at on site restaurant and breakfast following morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynn

Traveled with pets
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The walls of this hotel are extremely thin. You can hear everyone in the hallway and in the next rooms. The hvac unit is also extremely loud so if you can sleep with that kind of white noise it does drown out the other noises. I could not. Bfast is included but it’s in the restaurant and not self serve. If you’re in a hurry forget it. I waited over 5 minutes just to be seated - no one came. So I went in search of a coffee elsewhere in the hotel - found a coffee unit in front of registration but no cups. When I asked for one I was told you have to go to the restaurant for coffee - this coffee station is only available until 7 am.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast was good and had great selection. Front desk staff was friendly. Our breakfast however did take a while to come out on the second morning and was cold by the time we got it. There was a dog howling on the second morning (possibly thin walls).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikkina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melyssa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved everything and everyone who worked there! We loved the amethyst inside and outside. The people at desk that checked us in couldn’t have been more helpful. The waitresses and chef and manager were so nice and helpful. The person that cleaned our room did an excellent job. We enjoyed every minute. You have a great hotel and excellent folks working there. Thank you. Pam and Jim
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquline, Stouffville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a quiet and serene place with great view of the mountain. Clean and Spacious with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I made reservations via Expedia and got there around 9pm. When I got there they said that the room I had reserved was unfortunately not clean and they had no other two bed rooms available. They had some problems trying to get the system to work but were extremely sympathetic and gave us a suite. Although I ended up sleeping on a couch so that the other person I was travelling with could have the bed, the room itself was excellent. The staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pooja

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

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

10/10 Excellent

Kayleen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Worth the drive!

Lovely and quiet, great breakfast, awesome gym facilities and pool. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025