Dolphin Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, walk to Chesterman Beach

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Dolphin Motel

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Cots/infant beds, free WiFi
LED TV
Shower, towels
Exterior
Cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Overview of Dolphin Motel

Reviews
5.8

Popular amenities

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Explore the area

Map
1190 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0
  • Popular LocationChesterman Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationMackenzie Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCox Bay Beach7 min drive
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Room options

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Tofino

Located in Tofino, Dolphin Motel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesterman Beach and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Maquinna Provincial Marine Park and Tofino Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding.

What's nearby

  • Chesterman Beach - 8 min walk
  • Mackenzie Beach - 11 min walk
  • Tofino Botanical Gardens - 12 min walk
  • Tonquin Park - 6 min drive
  • Cox Bay Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Dolphin Motel

Property highlights
Dolphin Motel is located close to Chesterman Beach, and has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Dolphin Motel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, cots/infant beds and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site

Family friendly

  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Fridge

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Picnic area

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • LED TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Fridge

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property is also known as

Dolphin Motel Tofino
Dolphin Tofino
Dolphin Motel Motel
Dolphin Motel Tofino
Dolphin Motel Motel Tofino

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Dolphin Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Dolphin Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Dolphin Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Chesterman Beach, Maquinna Provincial Marine Park and Mackenzie Beach. Tofino Botanical Gardens and Frank Island are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Jane

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

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