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Dolphin Motel

2.0 star property
Motel convenient to Chesterman Beach

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Chesterman Beach is just a stone's throw away from Dolphin Motel, where you can unwind with in-room WiFi and enjoy barbecue grills. The smoke-free premises offer a comfortable retreat.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Standard Room | Cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | Cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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$249 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
1190 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0

What's nearby

  • Mackenzie Beach - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Chesterman Beach - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Maquinna Provincial Marine Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 1 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Frank Island - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) - 4 min drive
  • Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach) - 16 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 91.5 miles/147.2 km

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

Dolphin Motel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Chesterman Beach and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby surfing/body boarding.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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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 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

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

Facilities

  • Picnic area

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for an extra charge

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Dolphin Motel Tofino

Dolphin Tofino

Dolphin Motel Motel

Dolphin Motel Tofino

Dolphin Motel Motel Tofino

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphin Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dolphin Motel 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 Dolphin Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Dolphin Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dolphin Motel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Dolphin Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as body boarding. Dolphin Motel also has a picnic area.

What's the area around Dolphin Motel like?

Dolphin Motel is a short 8-minute walk from Chesterman Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Mackenzie Beach.

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Reviews

Dolphin Motel Reviews

5.8

6.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

6.8

Staff & service

5.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

We liked that we were close to the Bella Pacifica Campground where our grandson wanted to celebrate is 14th birthday.
2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
cliff, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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!
7-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Too close to the high way. Thin walls. Nice enough for the price though.
Jane, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Good location. Room is mega basic, dirty (cobwebs on walls and ceiling), bugs coming out of shower drain, horrible shower head...
2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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!
3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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!
Toni, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The motel was close to Tofino and only 5 minutes walk from the complementary community shuttle to get downtown.
3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

We were overcharged and then asked to pay for a child when the policy clearly states children under 17 are free.
John, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Exterior is unappealing but rooms are clean, equipped and overall good basic accommodation.
2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Location is very convenient. Walking distance to the beach.
Alice, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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).
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Zoheb, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good location. Comfortable beds. Property in need of repair. Hostess does not speak English well.
3-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

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
3-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

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.
3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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.
Cynthia, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

The cleanliness of the bed linens and washroom was disappointing. The beds were very uncomfortable. The staff are very nice and welcoming.
2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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.
2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

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.
Negin, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Lovely rhododendrons, but road a little too noisy during thr day.
2-night trip