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Pioneer Inn by the River

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Port Hardy motel

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi
Exterior
Exterior
Family Studio Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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8405 Byng Rd, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0
  • Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Port Hardy Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Port Hardy Ferry Terminal
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Port Hardy, BC (YZT)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Exclusive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Studio Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Business Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Business Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Port Hardy

In Port Hardy .At this Port Hardy motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre and 3 miles (5 km) of Port Hardy Harbour. Fisherman's Wharf and Quarterdeck Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Port Hardy Harbour - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Quarterdeck Marina - 7 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Port Hardy Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Port Hardy, BC (YZT) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seto's Wok & Grill Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mo's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ha'me Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sporty Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Pioneer Inn by the River

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Port Hardy motel
Pioneer Inn by the River offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Pioneer Inn by the River also features laundry facilities, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This Port Hardy motel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Pioneer Inn by the River offers 36 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property grounds

Quarterdeck Inn Port Hardy

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
3.9 out of 5, Good, 739 reviews
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

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

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Room service
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 20 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 20 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of CAD 20 per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Pet deposit: CAD 20 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: CAD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: CAD 20 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 20 (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pioneer Inn by the River to the airport?

Pioneer Inn by the River is 5.8 mi (11-min drive) away from the Port Hardy, BC (YZT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pioneer Inn by the River have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pioneer Inn by the River.

Does Pioneer Inn by the River offer free breakfast?

Pioneer Inn by the River does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pioneer Inn by the River?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Pioneer Inn by the River?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in costs CAD 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Pioneer Inn by the River?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Pioneer Inn by the River have a pool?

Pioneer Inn by the River does not have a pool.

Does Pioneer Inn by the River have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Pioneer Inn by the River to downtown Port Hardy?

Pioneer Inn by the River is 2.2 mi away from Port Hardy.

Pioneer Inn by the River Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 298 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 298 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 298 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 298 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 298 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rocky

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Older property but well managed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick, Sechelt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A clean and comfortable place to stay less than a 10 minute drive away from the BC Ferry to Prince Rupert. The only downsides we found were the very thin pillows on the bed and the noise made by travelers arriving on the ferry Prince Rupert between midnight and 1:00 am checking into their rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Terrence

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a 2 queen room. We got one queen, one single and onw fols out couch. We were charged an extra guest fee, as we included in the booking we would bring a dog. Then we were charged a other $40 for dog, onto of the extea guest fee. There was other much nicer hotels for cheaper after these fee.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet motel. Clean room but nothing fancy. Loved that they have a couple bbqs for guests to use. Perfect for somewhere to relax and get some sleep on a road trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Majorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Port Hardy getaway

A comfortable room in quiet area across from fish hatchery. Walking trails to town. A nice stay! Will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a newly renovated kitchenette and it was very clean and had a nice deep bathtub, we really enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Invermere

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little spot before i caught the Prince Rupert ferry
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ron

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Clean and quiet. Floor in room has a definite slope too it. Property could use a facelift and is a bit overpriced in my opinion
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Doug

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Worn out exterior. Paint peeling, unpaved driveway, grubby stairs. Rooms clean but outdated and dismal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Austin

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was only 1 light working and the TV remote needed help
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Normand

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room need to be updated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen, Vancouver

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

10/10 Excellent

Krista

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

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly and helpful. Room is nicely set up and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly environment and very inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chengming

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Danny

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Marg

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vinton

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Expedia should remove this INN from their site.It might be OK for RVs. This Inn was a ripoff; it shouldn’t even rate a “one” . Picture your great grandmothers room with a faded bed spread and a soiled fabric chair. No place to hang clothes. The bathroom had no hair dryer nor even an outlet to plug your own dryer/shaver into. Granted I had a roof over our head and hot running water; but it was NOT worth $150; at best $50.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

viral, Brick

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth check in despite past mid night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Katz

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They did lose our room key, and tried to charge us $300 for a replacement. They stated that there was no way their housekeeping would have missed it and that they checked "many many times." We were hung up on twice and told "I am not dealing with you anymore." However, we decided to call the following day and insist on another room check... they found the key. The whole situation left a really bad taste in my mouth and the stress of the situation put a damper on the rest of our trip. Roomwise it wasn't bad. Kind of what we expected. Beds were hard but the room was clean and the rate wasn't bad. After this experience though I would tell everybody to take pictures of the room when you leave, and return the key to the front because this whole ordeal was just shady. 😬
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bonnie

Disliked: Staff & service

Overcharge.

We were not able to attend due to illness. When I called the day before to advise they said they were charging me regardless. In this day and age that is unacceptable. The did not even ask me for a reason. Terrible service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024