Overlooking Johnstone Strait, this B&B on the south shore of Cormorant Island features ocean and mountain views. Orca whales can be spotted from the sun terrace. Log-style rooms offer free Wi-Fi. With windows that give view onto the garden or ocean, a room at Alert Bay Lodge includes an en suite bathroom. Breakfast is served daily. After their morning meal, guests can take advantage of Alert Bay Lodge B&B’s concierge service. Grizzly bear viewing tours are among activities that can be arranged. A common room with high arched cedar ceilings is accessible at all times. Here guests can lounge by the wood stove or browse the library. The Village of Alert Bay is 10 minutes’ walk along the ocean road. U’Mista Cultural Centre, a Native Indian museum, is 20 minutes’ walk away. About 1 km inland are the Ecological Gardens and Big Tree Trail.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Gluten-free, American

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
and
1 futon bed
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Christina
    Canada Canada
    The Alert Bay Lodge was charming, comfortable and hospitable. Very unique setting, with a warm welcome from the hosts. Good location, easy walk into "town". The community is great, lots to see and do. Fascinating history. Marvelous must-see: the...
  • Pauline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved our stay at the Alert Bay Lodge. It is very quaint and we loved that it was so different from the usual generic accommodation. Natasha and Ian, the hosts, are so welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was great and we had dinner one night...
  • Bergvinson
    Canada Canada
    Excellent nutritional breakfast! Amazing view! Friendly and helpful staff. Cozy, interesting decor. Being so close to the shoreline and immersed in nature was special. I loved the main gathering room with all the different places to sit, read...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Scott & Nina

Company review score: 9.6Based on 61 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Once you arrive, we greet you and ask if you'd like a refreshment. Before we escort you to your room, we'll show you around the lodge: the dining room, the WiFi password, where to dine and give you a map of Cormorant Island. Please remind us if we forget to give you a key as we're pretty informal here. Nina and Scott have owned Alert Bay Lodge since 2000. We love seeing the connections our guests make with each other over breakfast and in the Great Room - there's more than a few international friendships have their origins at Alert Bay Lodge. We also enjoy connecting guests with the community and local artists, as evidenced by the local First Nations art that adorns our walls.

Property information

Originally a church, Alert Bay Lodge is a log building on the south shore of Cormorant Island. Sitting on one acre, the lodge features our Great Room with breathtaking views of Johnstone Strait and the Vancouver Island Mountain Range. This room is really the centre of the lodge with its 14’ cedar beams, library, dining tables, and several conversation nooks, including one by the wood stove. From this room as well, you can access the sundeck and view the marine traffic. Our breakfasts are the best on the island - no continental fixings to pull out of your mini-fridge! Our breakfast choices: two eggs (any style), bacon, or sausage, toast and hashbrowns; steel cut oats with fresh fruit, walnuts and organic maple syrup; or pancakes with organic maple syrup. All entrees come with coffee, tea or hot chocolate. And, if you really want that continental breakfast, we can serve that too!

Neighbourhood information

We are in a residential area, two kilometers away from the small but busy downtown core. As Cormorant Island is only three miles long, everything is nearby: the Ecological Gardens, U'mista Cultural Centre, Culture Shock, the Big House and the world's tallest totem pole. There is virtually no traffic noise to interrupt your sleep.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Alert Bay Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Beach
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Executive lounge access
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules
    Alert Bay Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 5 years
    Cot upon request
    CAD 35 per stay
    6 years
    Cot upon request
    CAD 35 per stay
    Extra bed upon request
    CAD 35 per child, per night
    7+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    CAD 35 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

    Please note, this property only accepts Visa and MasterCard as a form of payment.

    Please note, each additional guest over 6 years of age after 2 adults is an additional CAD $35/night.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    License number: 20240030

    FAQs about Alert Bay Lodge

    • Yes, Alert Bay Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Alert Bay Lodge is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at Alert Bay Lodge include:

      • Double

    • Guests staying at Alert Bay Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Gluten-free
      • American
      • À la carte

    • Alert Bay Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Bowling
      • Games room
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Beachfront
      • Beach
      • Tour or class about local culture

    • The prices at Alert Bay Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Alert Bay Lodge is 850 yards from the centre of Alert Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Alert Bay Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1