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Dolphin Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Chesterman Beach in Tofino

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

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1190 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0
  • Place, Mackenzie Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Chesterman Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Tofino

Close to the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Chesterman Beach and Mackenzie Beach. Also, Maquinna Provincial Marine Park 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

  • Mackenzie Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 miles
  • Chesterman Beach - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Maquinna Provincial Marine Park - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 1 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • Frank Island - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rhino Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shed - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ombré - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tofitian - ‬3 min walk

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.

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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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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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

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jane

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Toni

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is very convenient. Walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoheb

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

Great value.

This is a small, family run motel. The owner, Veronica is super nice. Great value for what you pay. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location. Comfortable beds. Property in need of repair. Hostess does not speak English well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ants!

There are ants all over the place. Woke up to ants in my bags, and on my other belongings. When leaving early, mentions to the owner, she said that she knew about the problem. And didn't seem to care about getting the place professionally sprayed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It looks like some of the rooms have been somewhat recently renovated which must be where the good reviews are coming from. This place is a dump. The bed is a rock with terrible pillows. The bathtub was all rusted along the side. The towels were small, really poor quality and mine had a giant black hair in it and also some small brown stains on it. It rained one night while we were there and the whole room felt extremely damp, might as well have been in a tent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Cynthia

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

A tiny box but near the beach

The room was a box with only enough space to walk around the bed. The bathroom had ants and I don't think the floor had been washed in weeks. The location was a bit out of town but great for the beach and right beside an area with food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness of the bed linens and washroom was disappointing. The beds were very uncomfortable. The staff are very nice and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the same price the hostels in town are way better. The tofino hostel is awesome and you get water front views for the same price. Score.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Negin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Horrible experience

Had the worse experience booking with hotels.com and Dolphin Motel. I receiced confirmation of booking from hotels.com and started my journey from vancouver. I was half way on my way when i received a call from a lady who barely speaks English from the motel saying they don’t have a room and there was a mistake with booking. I did not have proper reception and could not call Hotels.com until I got to Tofino. When i called I had to explain the issue to so many people from Hotels.com and stayed on hold for half an hour while waiting on the road side because of poor connection. After an hour conversation and 3 phone calls back and forth they said they cannot find me another place. I was unhappy with their customer service and drove to Tofino to find a place myself. I found availbale room with slightly highet price and called Hotels.com and asked them to book this room for me instead. They simply said we cannot do that even though the hotel was working with them. Overall, horrible experience booking with Hotels.com and Dolphin Motel. Would not recommend at all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely rhododendrons, but road a little too noisy during thr day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

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