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Black Bear Guesthouse

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Chesterman Beach

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A coastal landscape with a beach, clear blue waters, and surrounding mountains.
A wooden deck with two red Adirondack chairs facing a body of water and mountains in the background.
Cedar Room | Premium bedding, soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets
A wooden pathway leading to a lake with mountains in the background.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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926 Black Bear Lane, Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0
  • Place, Chesterman Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tonquin Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Cedar Room | Premium bedding, soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Cedar Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A large bed with a wooden frame, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with a view of trees, and a wooden door.

Black Bear Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 750 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Tofino

Oceanside stay.Stay at this Tofino guesthouse and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Chesterman Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Cox Bay Beach. Mackenzie Beach and Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chesterman Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mackenzie Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Cox Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Tonquin Park - 12 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rhino Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shed - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ombré - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ahous Adventures - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Black Bear Guesthouse

3.5-star guest house near Chesterman Beach
Black Bear Guesthouse offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Tofino guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • No smoking on site
Black Bear Guesthouse offers 2 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: CAD 25

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:30 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

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

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: CAD 250 per stay

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.

  • Late check-out fee: CAD 25

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Black Bear Guesthouse to the airport?

Black Bear Guesthouse is 3.8 mi (13-min drive) away from the Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Black Bear Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Black Bear Guesthouse.

How close is Black Bear Guesthouse to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 8-minute walk from Chesterman Beach and 1.3 mi (6-min drive) from Cox Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Black Bear Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Black Bear Guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Black Bear Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Black Bear Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Black Bear Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Black Bear Guesthouse have a pool?

Black Bear Guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Black Bear Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Black Bear Guesthouse to downtown Tofino?

Black Bear Guesthouse is 2.9 mi away from Tofino.

Black Bear Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 130 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed several times and there’s certainly a reason we keep coming back! The location is fantastic, a quick five minute walk to Chestermans beach, and it’s has everything you could possibly need to have a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beaches, comfort, hot tub, access to supplies, full kitchen, clean, friendly and accommodating owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations were great! Nice little place to stay. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation! Lovely room, hosts were very nice and great location! Would recommend to stay here if looking for a little getaway to Tofino!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Domenico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Short trip to town and very kind and helpful hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in the Cedar room! It was very clean, comfortable, and provided everything we needed. I really appreciated the esthetics and lovely small details. It’s a beautiful property altogether.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with great hosts. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to bike trail, beaches and town
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a quant little guest room and had everything you will need. Super clean and walkable to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great stay. It was just me and my daughter and we had more room than we needed. The kitchen and living room were great and the hot tub was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

thuy nga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome apartment, beautiful and spacious for a small group or family, so perfectly situated for everything to do and see in Tofino, and the Sound on one side and the beach on the other are just wonderful. The hosts are so lovely, really will only stay there next trips!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place.. quiet and picturesque.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean and cosy stay with bikes and access to deck with stunning views. Host was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as good as we hoped and expected, well furnished, nice touches of greeting, clean, comfortable and cozy, friendly hosts, near beautiful nature, and close enough to town. Only downside, footstep clumping from upstairs neighbours
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quite rental for a solo traveler.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike

Perfect area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Even during a storm and a power outage, the place remained cosy and warm and the owners checked in with guests to make sure they were safe and had everything they needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a beautiful setting, surrounded by trees and near the ocean. We walked to the beach in less than 10 mins. The suite was cozy, clean and everything we hoped for. We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Christmas decorations were up. Very welcoming. Hottub was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming owner. The cedar room was perfect for the couple days we were there. Bikes were available for use, beaches are 10 minutes away on them. Lots of info in the room about the area and what to do. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet room with amenities of soap, shampoo, coffee, tea, mini fridge and a few dishes to use. Great guest deck overlooking the lagoon and bikes available to use for getting around.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hassle free check in, adequate parking for a truck. Sat out on the chairs at low tide and watched a black bear forraging for food across the inlet. Very nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the black bear guesthouse. We had the cedar room, beds are comfortable and bathrooms clean and well appointed. Great price for a visit in the off season. If you book the larger room, the hot tub looks good and is situated so as to give you some privacy from the main house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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