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Pioneer Inn by the River

2.0 star property
This riverside retreat balances peaceful garden surroundings with practical amenities, offering a terrace for relaxation and barbecue facilities for outdoor meals

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Pioneer Inn by the River offers a peaceful riverside setting with a garden and terrace. Enjoy in-room WiFi, express check-out, and barbecue grills. The staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan

Room options

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Business Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Business Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Port Hardy is home to Pioneer Inn by the River. Quarterdeck Marina and Port Hardy Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stink Creek Park and Rotary Park. Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre and Gods Pocket Marine Provincial Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Map
8405 Byng Rd, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0

What's nearby

  • Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Port Hardy Harbour - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Vancouver Island Regional Library - Port Hardy Branch - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Port Hardy Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Guido - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonalds - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Na'xid Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sporty Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mo's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Pioneer Inn by the River

Property highlights
A terrace, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Pioneer Inn by the River. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 28-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and ovens

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  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Room service
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20, per pet, per day, plus a deposit of CAD 20 per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Pioneer Inn by the River pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of CAD 20 per day and a fee of CAD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Pioneer Inn by the River?

As of 18 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pioneer Inn by the River on 19 Jan 2026 start from AU$160.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Pioneer Inn by the River?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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 is available for a fee of CAD 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM for a fee of CAD 20.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for CAD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Pioneer Inn by the River located?

Situated in Port Hardy, this motel is steps from Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre and within 3 mi (5 km) of Fisherman's Wharf and Quarterdeck Marina. Port Hardy Harbour and Vancouver Island Regional Library - Port Hardy Branch are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Pioneer Inn by the River Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

6.2

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 303 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent, nice and clean, also quiet which i love.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff, very dated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tara J

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall we were happy with the inn. It is a little outdated but clean and check in was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
great location near ferry terminal, needs major renovation, polite and efficient check in, good location for fishing charters, reasonable pricing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient to the late arriving ferry. Very quiet setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gert

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

Kevin

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

Patrick

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

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

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The room was ok. It was clean clean. The property is a little dated. Definately not worth what I was charged for 1 night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bernadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was clean and adequate, I can't really comment more than that. We arrived around 1 a.m., (ferry from Rupert) just slept and left as soon as we got up. Staff member was nice, he waited for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rustic spot nestled in the woods with walking paths nearby, will be staying again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, large clean room for a family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Just a good stay in port hardy if you need a kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice People, great food. Very friendly place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Sheri

Staff were very friendly, helpful & accommodating. We had a pet friendly room that was recently renovated. Fresh paint, new flooring, new appliances and cupboards. The hide-a--bed needs a deep cleaning & upgrade as the mattress was very thin. The prooerty is over 40 yrs old but the owners are definitely trying to restore it & bring it back to life.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jheen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. Quiet and relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

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

10/10 Excellent

Elli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stop for an evening. Surrounded by nature
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Quiet and convenient

Safe, quiet, slightly dated. Overall a good spot for access to Port Hardy and Fort Rupert
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Aileen

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

6/10 Okay

JOE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The first thing that struck me was the shabbiness of the railings on the 2nd floor of the Inn. The paint was peeling off the boards and it looked as though its needed maintenance for quite a while. Didn't exactly privide a warm, welcome feeling after traveling all day. Aside from that however, the lobby was OK, the owners were cheerful, and check-in went smoothly. The room was clean with modern fixtures; no complaints there. I was able to park my vehicle right in front of the room. Painting the railings would be a definite improvement!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025