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Dolphin Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Chesterman Beach in Tofino

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Property grounds
LED TV
Room amenity
Standard Double Room | Cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1190 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0
  • Chesterman Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Mackenzie Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | Cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Tofino

Close to the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Chesterman Beach and Maquinna Provincial Marine Park. Also, Mackenzie Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chesterman Beach - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mackenzie Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cox Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Tonquin Park - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rhino Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shed - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tofino Brewing Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dolphin Motel

Motel near Chesterman Beach in Tofino
Dolphin Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Tofino motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Dolphin Motel offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Korean

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

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
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

Dolphin Motel Tofino
Dolphin Tofino
Dolphin Motel Motel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dolphin Motel to the airport?

Dolphin Motel is 2.7 mi (4-min drive) away from the Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dolphin Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dolphin Motel.

How close is Dolphin Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 8-minute walk from Chesterman Beach and 11-minute walk from Mackenzie Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dolphin Motel offer free breakfast?

Dolphin Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dolphin Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Motel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Dolphin Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Dolphin Motel have a pool?

Dolphin Motel does not have a pool.

Does Dolphin Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Dolphin Motel to downtown Tofino?

Dolphin Motel is 2 mi away from Tofino.

Dolphin Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 136 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked that we were close to the Bella Pacifica Campground where our grandson wanted to celebrate is 14th birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is very small and severely outdated. “Hot” water was little more than luke warm, bed and pillows uncomfortable. It was clean however and owners seemed nice. If it was a budget hotel ie $70/night it would be fine, but at the prices that i saw it is jot worth the money.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant little motel that covers the basics for staying in Tofino. Walking distance to Chesterman Beach and closer to a cafe, tacos, groceries, yoga and a surf shop.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

cliff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Motel - Great location

Motel is in great location. It looks a little tired but functionally it's good. The staff are really nice and friendly. 2 Big beds and heating/shower works. Does as it says on the tin. Motel - not luxury but we were happt with the stay. It's right next door to a Great coffee show - eatery and bike hire place. All recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We frequent this motel as a straightforward home base in Tofino, as we barely spend time indoors. It is economically and location wise fantastic. The owners are fantastic, extremely friendly and treats you like family. I just wish for some updating and maintenance, it’s feeling very run down. Bathroom very shabby and barely any shower pressure. Cobwebs in the corners and too much insects found in the bathroom for my liking. Despite all this we do keep coming back so that’s something!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Jane

Traveled with group
Too close to the high way. Thin walls. Nice enough for the price though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Room is mega basic, dirty (cobwebs on walls and ceiling), bugs coming out of shower drain, horrible shower head...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is fantastic! The room is tiny, not as clean as it should be, and is in disrepair. It’s ludicrous that they can charge over $200/night after taxes for this room at this property. They only get away with it because it’s Tofino!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Toni

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly. They went over and beyond for getting us checked in. I noticed the floors in our unit was sandy. Wasn’t a huge deal, but it seemed like someone walked around in the unit with their shoes on prior to our arrival. Overall great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach is 10mins walk or 2mins drive so it was very convenient. We just chill at the beach having fire & dinner till late. Stuff is nice. The room smell the first night so we left the window open. It's by the highway so bit noisy by the cars passing by. Surfing rental shop & garden is few mins away also. Everywhere else is all full so we are lucky to get a room here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The motel was close to Tofino and only 5 minutes walk from the complementary community shuttle to get downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Vicki

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The hostess was very friendly , he.lpful and generous. The accommodation worked well for us, and was conveniently situated. The only thing missing was hooks to hang towels from in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
We were overcharged and then asked to pay for a child when the policy clearly states children under 17 are free.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exterior is unappealing but rooms are clean, equipped and overall good basic accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Alice

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is very convenient. Walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was usable, but very much a no-frills affair, old and run-down. No one serviced the room on the second day. The best thing about the place was the location, within a short distance to the beach and to a fantastic restaurant (Wild Things).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

betty s w

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019