Whalers Guesthouse

Guesthouse in the heart of Tofino

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Dates

November 2025

10

December 2025

Step into Whalers Guesthouse, where the ocean breeze meets cozy charm. Unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or get lost in a good book from the library, with high-speed WiFi to stay connected.

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Popular amenities

Laundry facilities
Parking available
Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

Housekeeping (on request)
Beach towels
Self parking
Garden
Library
Lobby fireplace
Communal living room
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Gas grills

Feel at home (5)

Garden
Laundry facilities
Gas grill(s)
Self parking (surcharge)
Highchair

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 10 - Nov 11

Tomorrow

Nov 11 - Nov 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Budget Private room with shared bathrooms

Highlights

Heating

6 bathrooms

Located on the top floor

Highchair

12 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bunk Bed

Private room with ocean views and shared bathrooms

Highlights

Heating

6 bathrooms

Located on the top floor

Highchair

16 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private room with 2-piece bathroom and shared shower

Highlights

Heating

Located on the ground floor

Highchair

18 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private room with full bathroom, balcony and cove views

Highlights

Balcony

Heating

Rainfall showerhead

Located on the top floor

Highchair

24 sq m
Partial sea view
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private room with 6 single beds and shared bathrooms

Highlights

Heating

Located on the top floor

Highchair

17 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Private room with 5 single beds and shared bathrooms

Highlights

Heating

Located on the top floor

Highchair

15 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Private room with 4 single beds and shared bathrooms

Highlights

Heating

Located on the top floor

Highchair

15 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds

Private room with ocean view, 2-piece bathroom and shared showers

Highlights

Heating

Free rollaway/extra beds

Desk

Laptop workspace

Located on the ground floor

Highchair

18 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Private room with ocean view, 2-piece bathroom, shared showers - accessible

Highlights

Heating

Located on the ground floor

Highchair

24 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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About the neighborhood

81 West Street, Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0

What's nearby

Tofino Bike Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Tonquin Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Chesterman Beach - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
Mackenzie Beach - 9 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) - 1 min drive
Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach) - 22 min drive
Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 89.3 miles/143.7 km
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 92.4 miles/148.7 km

Restaurants

‪Tacofino - ‬6 min drive
‪Rhino Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
‪Shed - ‬9 min walk
‪Big Daddy's Fish Fry - ‬8 min walk
‪Jeju - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Whalers Guesthouse

Whalers Guesthouse puts you within a 15-minute drive of Chesterman Beach and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 21 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-out available
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 19
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
- Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 19

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

- Uncovered onsite self parking (CAD 5 per night)
- Onsite parking limited

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Gas grills
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator

What to do

Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hot springs nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Beach towels

Facilities

Garden
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Lockers available
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

Heating
Window screens

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

Highchair

More

Housekeeping (on request)
Local maps

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

A damage deposit of CAD 300 will be collected before check-in

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

1.00 percent destination fee will be charged

Parking

Uncovered self parking costs CAD 5 per night

Policies

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 does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Whalers Guesthouse Tofino

Whalers Guesthouse Guesthouse

Whalers Guesthouse Guesthouse Tofino

Frequently asked questions

Does Whalers Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Whalers Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Whalers Guesthouse?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Whalers Guesthouse?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 5 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Whalers Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Whalers Guesthouse and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs and ecotours. Whalers Guesthouse also has a garden.