West Coast Trail Lodge
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$73
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at West Coast Trail Lodge in Juan de Fuca Electoral Area, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and Port Renfrew Dock. This lodge is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Pacific Gateway Marina and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Juan de Fuca Provincial Park.
What's nearby
Port Renfrew Dock(0.3 miles)
Pacific Gateway Marina(0.9 miles)
Juan de Fuca Provincial Park(1.2 miles)
Port Renfrew Beach(1.8 miles)
Juan de Fuca Trail(2.2 miles)
Botanical Beach(2.7 miles)
Pacific Rim National Park Reserve(4.1 miles)
San Juan River Estuary Ecological Reserve(4.5 miles)
Avatar Grove(7.3 miles)
Big Lonely Doug(11.3 miles)
Sombrio Beach(11.6 miles)
Mystic Beach(22 miles)
The Shores Park(24.5 miles)
Jordan River Regional Park(25.7 miles)
Sandcut Beach(27.8 miles)
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ)(78.7 miles)
Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)(69.4 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Hiking
Designated Smoking Area
Free Parking
Location
17285 Parkinson Road, Port Renfrew, Canada
Port Renfrew Dock (0.3 miles)
Pacific Gateway Marina (0.9 miles)
Juan de Fuca Provincial Park (1.2 miles)
Port Renfrew Beach (1.8 miles)
Juan de Fuca Trail (2.2 miles)
Botanical Beach (2.7 miles)
Room options
6
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
5
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
6
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
Guest reviews of West Coast Trail Lodge
8.4
Very good
Based on 420 verified reviews
What guests think
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At West Coast Trail Lodge, travelers describe clean, simple rooms in a quiet, scenic, and very remote location near trails, beaches, and the Renfrew Pub, with easy access for exploring but limited dining and services typical of small-town stays.
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At West Coast Trail Lodge, travelers describe clean, simple rooms in a quiet, scenic, and very remote location near trails, beaches, and the Renfrew Pub, with easy access for exploring but limited dining and services typical of small-town stays.
Many reviews praise cleanliness, comfortable beds, and recently updated basics, plus a handy coffee stand on site. Common drawbacks include patchy Wi-Fi and limited TV channels, no air conditioning leading to warm or stuffy rooms, bright exterior lights affecting sleep, and small or simply furnished spaces. Service is mostly friendly but contactless, with mixed responsiveness, minimal housekeeping, and requests to handle your own trash and recycling. Overall, expect a clean, no-frills base for outdoor adventures in Port Renfrew.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic: an on-site coffee stand and well-kept grounds, but limited outdoor seating and no guest laundry. Parking can be limited or on gravel, exterior lights stay on overnight, and occasional power interruptions were noted.
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Jennifer
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Basic motel room, no lodge experience. Two outside chairs for building that was fully booked. No picnic tables. Perhaps I was expecting something more from the pictures.
Basic motel room, no lodge experience. Two outside chairs for building that was fully booked. No picnic tables. Perhaps I was expecting something more from the pictures.
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David
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
If you are planning a trip to Port Renfrew, this is a good option, the location is great for a short walk for evening meal or beverage, five minutes walk to the Renfrew Hotel. A short drive to several amazing beaches, a great, local coffee shop (that also serves beer) and an all round break from the madness.
If you are planning a trip to Port Renfrew, this is a good option, the location is great for a short walk for evening meal or beverage, five minutes walk to the Renfrew Hotel. A short drive to several amazing beaches, a great, local coffee shop (that also serves beer) and an all round break from the madness.
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Gary
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
For Port Renfrew, options are limited, we had a nice stay overall but some minor issues that could have made it better. Check in was contact less but as we were on the road we lost communication, and checked in at guest. It seems they wanted no contact and were told to check our email for code to access our suite. When we got there, parking is a little distance, not a lot of parking and the door code would not work. So we had to call someone while carrying our luggage to the send floor. The place is quiet and clean, room size was ok. TV had no channels that really work other than UTube. I would suggest to bring a dvd machine, data is also not stable around this area for a streaming device.
For Port Renfrew, options are limited, we had a nice stay overall but some minor issues that could have made it better. Check in was contact less but as we were on the road we lost communication, and checked in at guest. It seems they wanted no contact and were told to check our email for code to access our suite. When we got there, parking is a little distance, not a lot of parking and the door code would not work. So we had to call someone while carrying our luggage to the send floor. The place is quiet and clean, room size was ok. TV had no channels that really work other than UTube. I would suggest to bring a dvd machine, data is also not stable around this area for a streaming device.
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Katz
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property. Great coffee and hotel room setup.
Beautiful property. Great coffee and hotel room setup.
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barb
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel is set back in a quiet wooded area. Room was basic but clean and updated. There’s a great little coffee “shop” on the property. Great value! I’ll stay here again!
The hotel is set back in a quiet wooded area. Room was basic but clean and updated. There’s a great little coffee “shop” on the property. Great value! I’ll stay here again!
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Chi Wai Ernest
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean room and quiet environment. Some parking area are unpaved may need some improvement.
Very clean room and quiet environment. Some parking area are unpaved may need some improvement.
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Sybille
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The slogan is "Wild Renfrew" BUT the outside lights - doorway, balcony, patio, stairs etc. - were on ALL NIGHT LONG!!! Meaning electricity serving about 50 lamps WHOLE NIGHT and EVERY NIGHT. What an ecoligical waste!?!? AND I couldn t sleep - way too bright!
The slogan is "Wild Renfrew" BUT the outside lights - doorway, balcony, patio, stairs etc. - were on ALL NIGHT LONG!!! Meaning electricity serving about 50 lamps WHOLE NIGHT and EVERY NIGHT. What an ecoligical waste!?!? AND I couldn t sleep - way too bright!
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Donald
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was clean and good amenities. Lights on building are on all night for security. I asked and they removed one so was darker in room. Windows did not have full blackout drapes. Asked about doing laundry - they didnt have facility i could use. No boats out of dock nearby. Just hiking trails. Great restaurant/pub onsite. Internet good most ofvthe time. Very good & friebdly staff.
Room was clean and good amenities. Lights on building are on all night for security. I asked and they removed one so was darker in room. Windows did not have full blackout drapes. Asked about doing laundry - they didnt have facility i could use. No boats out of dock nearby. Just hiking trails. Great restaurant/pub onsite. Internet good most ofvthe time. Very good & friebdly staff.
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Felix-Antoine
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean, nice room with comfy beds. It was hot out so everyone had their windows open, which means everyone can hear everything. It worked out since all guests were quiet but it may be hard for those with yappy dogs or crying kids. My only wish was that there was more outdoor seating on the property, like benchs or picnic tables. Definitely bring groceries with you since there is only 1 sitdown restaurant in the area.
Clean, nice room with comfy beds. It was hot out so everyone had their windows open, which means everyone can hear everything. It worked out since all guests were quiet but it may be hard for those with yappy dogs or crying kids. My only wish was that there was more outdoor seating on the property, like benchs or picnic tables. Definitely bring groceries with you since there is only 1 sitdown restaurant in the area.
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Julia
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was a beautiful place to stay after a long day of hiking. The room was very clean and had a great little kitchenette. Water pressure was kind of low but to be expected so remote and the water was nice and hot and bathroom very clean. Wifi wasn't great but sort of enjoyed being disconnected for a few days. Apparently there was a bear nearby (we were told be staff) but we didn't see it. Enjoyed the Beach Camp coffee and chatting with it' s friendly staff. Renfrew Pub was delicious. All in all a great stay.
The property was a beautiful place to stay after a long day of hiking. The room was very clean and had a great little kitchenette. Water pressure was kind of low but to be expected so remote and the water was nice and hot and bathroom very clean. Wifi wasn't great but sort of enjoyed being disconnected for a few days. Apparently there was a bear nearby (we were told be staff) but we didn't see it. Enjoyed the Beach Camp coffee and chatting with it' s friendly staff. Renfrew Pub was delicious. All in all a great stay.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms very clean and well kept, but several reported missed spots, dirty bathrooms/tubs, or musty odors. Housekeeping during stays is limited or not provided.
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Karen
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room was very clean and comfortable, with everything we needed in the room. Check in was pleasant. However, we were not aware that there was limited dining in the area and were not prepared to scramble to find breakfast options, as we were there just before the summer season started. There was one nearby pub that served dinner but very expensive to eat there.
Our room was very clean and comfortable, with everything we needed in the room. Check in was pleasant. However, we were not aware that there was limited dining in the area and were not prepared to scramble to find breakfast options, as we were there just before the summer season started. There was one nearby pub that served dinner but very expensive to eat there.
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Tiago
Sep 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Not good value for money. Our room was overlooking a car park and the internet didn’t work well. Cleaning could be improved.
Not good value for money. Our room was overlooking a car park and the internet didn’t work well. Cleaning could be improved.
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Valerie
Mar 18, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice hotel. No contact check in was easy. We were the only ones there, was midweek. Very quiet. Nice pub nearby. It's the only place to eat during the week in winter. It's quite good, great service. Nice hiking at the beach. Room was comfortable. TV didn't have much available. Clean except the coffee pot still had the last guests grounds and coffee in it. Everything else was quite clean.
Very nice hotel. No contact check in was easy. We were the only ones there, was midweek. Very quiet. Nice pub nearby. It's the only place to eat during the week in winter. It's quite good, great service. Nice hiking at the beach. Room was comfortable. TV didn't have much available. Clean except the coffee pot still had the last guests grounds and coffee in it. Everything else was quite clean.
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shelly
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I was very pleased overall but room smelled musty. (As I have a lung condition, this was a concern). Otherwise everything was great!
I was very pleased overall but room smelled musty. (As I have a lung condition, this was a concern). Otherwise everything was great!
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Johanna
Sep 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautifull and very clean room. Good bed
Beautifull and very clean room. Good bed
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Sophia
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room feels newly renovated and was small but comfortable. Felt like a hidden gem! pros: affordable, comfortable beds, amazing location, amazing view, free parking, close to restaurant, beaches, and hikes. Cons: was not thoroughly cleaned (garbage under beds), did not have coffee filters so could not make coffee with the machine and grounds provided. While I enjoyed the contactless check-in there felt like there was no oversight or staff presence to receive help and the guest services are not responsive. There is no A/C so you must leave the windows open which limits privacy and led to early mornings due to loud hikers packing up for their west coast trail journey.
The room feels newly renovated and was small but comfortable. Felt like a hidden gem! pros: affordable, comfortable beds, amazing location, amazing view, free parking, close to restaurant, beaches, and hikes. Cons: was not thoroughly cleaned (garbage under beds), did not have coffee filters so could not make coffee with the machine and grounds provided. While I enjoyed the contactless check-in there felt like there was no oversight or staff presence to receive help and the guest services are not responsive. There is no A/C so you must leave the windows open which limits privacy and led to early mornings due to loud hikers packing up for their west coast trail journey.
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Najia
Jun 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Super dirty bathroom and bed sheets, and basically no service
Super dirty bathroom and bed sheets, and basically no service
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John
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and well kept
Clean and well kept
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barry
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean room
Clean room
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Erin
Feb 25, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly staff, quiet. The room had garbage left behind from the last guests (dirty chip bags in the drawers) and the bath tub was dirty. There was a super bright light right outside our window and the blinds barely blocked it out making it very hard to sleep. Overall not horrible, however it wasn’t exactly cheap.
Friendly staff, quiet. The room had garbage left behind from the last guests (dirty chip bags in the drawers) and the bath tub was dirty. There was a super bright light right outside our window and the blinds barely blocked it out making it very hard to sleep. Overall not horrible, however it wasn’t exactly cheap.
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Rooms
Rooms are simple and often updated with comfortable beds and some kitchenettes, but many are small or dark. Expect spotty Wi-Fi/limited TV, no air conditioning causing warm nights, bright exterior lights, occasional noise, and minor maintenance issues.
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Lisa
Jul 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
we stayed two nights. upon arrival, our fridge was not working. with no onsite maintenance, we were told to hold tight and they would email us . By the next morning we had not heard back but we reported back that to them that we resolved the issue. service was friendly but aloof. The rooms were simple and had been updated but the linens were lacking with the sheets and mattress protection coming off the bed. wifi was inconsistent and weak which made using the television impossible. Being in the lower level was noisy with people going in and out. The room was also very bright due to outdoor lighting and in adequate shades.
we stayed two nights. upon arrival, our fridge was not working. with no onsite maintenance, we were told to hold tight and they would email us . By the next morning we had not heard back but we reported back that to them that we resolved the issue. service was friendly but aloof. The rooms were simple and had been updated but the linens were lacking with the sheets and mattress protection coming off the bed. wifi was inconsistent and weak which made using the television impossible. Being in the lower level was noisy with people going in and out. The room was also very bright due to outdoor lighting and in adequate shades.
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Shawn
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoy our stays here. Updated, clean and comfortable. We had a bit of trouble this stay with our TV which was sorted the following day if our arrival. This particular rooms layout could be rethought a bit and the toilet was a bit wobbly but all very minor things that didn't take away from our experience. Looking forward to our next stay.
We really enjoy our stays here. Updated, clean and comfortable. We had a bit of trouble this stay with our TV which was sorted the following day if our arrival. This particular rooms layout could be rethought a bit and the toilet was a bit wobbly but all very minor things that didn't take away from our experience. Looking forward to our next stay.
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Sonya
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel is amazing just wish they provided more than 2 small pillows per bed.
Hotel is amazing just wish they provided more than 2 small pillows per bed.
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Teresa
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful quiet setting. Lovely grounds. Weak water pressure in the shower.
Beautiful quiet setting. Lovely grounds. Weak water pressure in the shower.
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Zack
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed at West Coast Trail Lodge in Aug 2025 as a family (two adults, two kids in a deluxe room with kitchenette). It was a solid "pretty good", which is more or less exactly what we expected. PROS: Really nice location and scenic grounds with the north-facing "front" rooms offering a view of Port San Juan. The Beach Camp coffee truck on site has AMAZING coffee (and the owner is pretty cool). Rooms was stocked with usual hotel coffee / tea, refrigerator & microwave. It was nice and clean, had ample hot water and was a 3 minute walk to the Renfrew Pub - the main restaurant in town (and I think owned by the same company). CONS: They try to do an Air B&B-style check in and automate the process so you don't have to talk to staff. While I get how this could be useful, the process didn't really work for us... I didn't receive any check-in details via e-mail, and the front desk staff seemed annoyed when I came in to guest services in-person. After a circular discussion about a check-in e-mail I didn't receive, I was given a check-in paper (but no check-out info). I didn't receive the check-out e-mail until after we left, and it was different from the information posted in the room. Other trivial things were that the TV was very slow (probably due to a full hotel & limited bandwidth), beds were hard and the kitchenette sink tap was broken. These were minor things that weren't
Stayed at West Coast Trail Lodge in Aug 2025 as a family (two adults, two kids in a deluxe room with kitchenette). It was a solid "pretty good", which is more or less exactly what we expected. PROS: Really nice location and scenic grounds with the north-facing "front" rooms offering a view of Port San Juan. The Beach Camp coffee truck on site has AMAZING coffee (and the owner is pretty cool). Rooms was stocked with usual hotel coffee / tea, refrigerator & microwave. It was nice and clean, had ample hot water and was a 3 minute walk to the Renfrew Pub - the main restaurant in town (and I think owned by the same company). CONS: They try to do an Air B&B-style check in and automate the process so you don't have to talk to staff. While I get how this could be useful, the process didn't really work for us... I didn't receive any check-in details via e-mail, and the front desk staff seemed annoyed when I came in to guest services in-person. After a circular discussion about a check-in e-mail I didn't receive, I was given a check-in paper (but no check-out info). I didn't receive the check-out e-mail until after we left, and it was different from the information posted in the room. Other trivial things were that the TV was very slow (probably due to a full hotel & limited bandwidth), beds were hard and the kitchenette sink tap was broken. These were minor things that weren't
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Sophia
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room feels newly renovated and was small but comfortable. Felt like a hidden gem! pros: affordable, comfortable beds, amazing location, amazing view, free parking, close to restaurant, beaches, and hikes. Cons: was not thoroughly cleaned (garbage under beds), did not have coffee filters so could not make coffee with the machine and grounds provided. While I enjoyed the contactless check-in there felt like there was no oversight or staff presence to receive help and the guest services are not responsive. There is no A/C so you must leave the windows open which limits privacy and led to early mornings due to loud hikers packing up for their west coast trail journey.
The room feels newly renovated and was small but comfortable. Felt like a hidden gem! pros: affordable, comfortable beds, amazing location, amazing view, free parking, close to restaurant, beaches, and hikes. Cons: was not thoroughly cleaned (garbage under beds), did not have coffee filters so could not make coffee with the machine and grounds provided. While I enjoyed the contactless check-in there felt like there was no oversight or staff presence to receive help and the guest services are not responsive. There is no A/C so you must leave the windows open which limits privacy and led to early mornings due to loud hikers packing up for their west coast trail journey.
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Nicholas
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Just a tired room with a crappy shower and meh bed
Just a tired room with a crappy shower and meh bed
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Joanne
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great place to stay. Wifi/tv spotty when cloudy. If you want to watch movies - download on your own device.
Great place to stay. Wifi/tv spotty when cloudy. If you want to watch movies - download on your own device.
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Ann
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Apartments are quite dark inside.
Apartments are quite dark inside.
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Rakesh
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms were clean, toilet bowl too low, TV channel did not work as the Wifi was too slow.
Rooms were clean, toilet bowl too low, TV channel did not work as the Wifi was too slow.
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Service
Service feedback is mixed: many found staff friendly and contactless check-in easy, but others reported limited hours, code or late-arrival issues, and slow responses. Communication during outages was lacking, and guests are asked to manage their own trash and recycling.
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Skye
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great spot to lay your head after a day on the water or adventuring on the beach. Great staff and very responsive.
Great spot to lay your head after a day on the water or adventuring on the beach. Great staff and very responsive.
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Nazma
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This does the trick for a night or two but keep expectations low. Pros: - clean - free parking - good location Cons: - limited guest services (certain hours only) in separate building - poor wifi and TV didn’t work - were told to use cell phone data to hot spot the ROKU!?! - 10 am check out time; no response to request to extend slightly - not much privacy - poor air circulation - room was hot - tap water tastes sulphuric but no drinking water offered - parking lot view, no grounds to sit/spend time - small rooms, not even space for an extra chair
This does the trick for a night or two but keep expectations low. Pros: - clean - free parking - good location Cons: - limited guest services (certain hours only) in separate building - poor wifi and TV didn’t work - were told to use cell phone data to hot spot the ROKU!?! - 10 am check out time; no response to request to extend slightly - not much privacy - poor air circulation - room was hot - tap water tastes sulphuric but no drinking water offered - parking lot view, no grounds to sit/spend time - small rooms, not even space for an extra chair
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Lisa
Jul 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
we stayed two nights. upon arrival, our fridge was not working. with no onsite maintenance, we were told to hold tight and they would email us . By the next morning we had not heard back but we reported back that to them that we resolved the issue. service was friendly but aloof. The rooms were simple and had been updated but the linens were lacking with the sheets and mattress protection coming off the bed. wifi was inconsistent and weak which made using the television impossible. Being in the lower level was noisy with people going in and out. The room was also very bright due to outdoor lighting and in adequate shades.
we stayed two nights. upon arrival, our fridge was not working. with no onsite maintenance, we were told to hold tight and they would email us . By the next morning we had not heard back but we reported back that to them that we resolved the issue. service was friendly but aloof. The rooms were simple and had been updated but the linens were lacking with the sheets and mattress protection coming off the bed. wifi was inconsistent and weak which made using the television impossible. Being in the lower level was noisy with people going in and out. The room was also very bright due to outdoor lighting and in adequate shades.
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Alyssia
Oct 4, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Check in was horrible. I had called the property in advance to tell them that I would be arriving late and ask what the check in protocol was and they assured me I just need to show up and someone will be there. I arrived exhausted at midnight and the office was closed. I tried to call them and no one answered. I drove around the property for 20 minutes looking for someone to ask about check in and couldn’t find anyone. I was trying to find another hotel to book when it was only by a struck of luck I went up to the main building and found a mailbox with a key. Would’ve been helpful if I was told late check in protocol when I called in and was given misinformation…
Check in was horrible. I had called the property in advance to tell them that I would be arriving late and ask what the check in protocol was and they assured me I just need to show up and someone will be there. I arrived exhausted at midnight and the office was closed. I tried to call them and no one answered. I drove around the property for 20 minutes looking for someone to ask about check in and couldn’t find anyone. I was trying to find another hotel to book when it was only by a struck of luck I went up to the main building and found a mailbox with a key. Would’ve been helpful if I was told late check in protocol when I called in and was given misinformation…
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Jan Philipp
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place - worry free check in etc.
Great place - worry free check in etc.
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Gary
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
For Port Renfrew, options are limited, we had a nice stay overall but some minor issues that could have made it better. Check in was contact less but as we were on the road we lost communication, and checked in at guest. It seems they wanted no contact and were told to check our email for code to access our suite. When we got there, parking is a little distance, not a lot of parking and the door code would not work. So we had to call someone while carrying our luggage to the send floor. The place is quiet and clean, room size was ok. TV had no channels that really work other than UTube. I would suggest to bring a dvd machine, data is also not stable around this area for a streaming device.
For Port Renfrew, options are limited, we had a nice stay overall but some minor issues that could have made it better. Check in was contact less but as we were on the road we lost communication, and checked in at guest. It seems they wanted no contact and were told to check our email for code to access our suite. When we got there, parking is a little distance, not a lot of parking and the door code would not work. So we had to call someone while carrying our luggage to the send floor. The place is quiet and clean, room size was ok. TV had no channels that really work other than UTube. I would suggest to bring a dvd machine, data is also not stable around this area for a streaming device.
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Kirsten
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Would have appreciated some communication during a power outage.
Would have appreciated some communication during a power outage.
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Robert
Apr 3, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very laid back setting. Clean with adequate standard amenities. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We were having difficulty accessing some TV functions and a staff member was happy to come up the road from the office to help us out.
Very laid back setting. Clean with adequate standard amenities. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We were having difficulty accessing some TV functions and a staff member was happy to come up the road from the office to help us out.
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WAYNE
Sep 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Enjoyed are time here. However, having to deal with your own garbage and recycling to a non findable garbage was annoying. We had no contact with any staff - check in all online.
Enjoyed are time here. However, having to deal with your own garbage and recycling to a non findable garbage was annoying. We had no contact with any staff - check in all online.
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John
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Check-in desk staffer was a little gruff but the property is very nice
Great location. Check-in desk staffer was a little gruff but the property is very nice
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Location
Scenic, quiet, and remote setting in the heart of Port Renfrew, within walking or a short drive of the Renfrew Pub, marina, beaches, and hiking trails (e.g., Botanical Beach/Juan de Fuca). Limited nearby services and dining mean bringing supplies helps.
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Cathleen
Dec 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
In the heart of Port Renfrew, is a jewel of cozy comfort. Simple yet, perfectly equipped with everything you need. I’m planning on making this a monthly adventure from the hustle to take in #wildrenfrew and the abundance of nature it has to offer. ❤️
In the heart of Port Renfrew, is a jewel of cozy comfort. Simple yet, perfectly equipped with everything you need. I’m planning on making this a monthly adventure from the hustle to take in #wildrenfrew and the abundance of nature it has to offer. ❤️
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Paul
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great little motel in the heart of Port Renfrew. Next time we'll stay in a waterfront cabin but this was a good, less expensive option. Cute room and comfortable beds.
Great little motel in the heart of Port Renfrew. Next time we'll stay in a waterfront cabin but this was a good, less expensive option. Cute room and comfortable beds.
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John
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Quiet motel close to hiking trails,a couple good restaurants and tourist attractions.
Quiet motel close to hiking trails,a couple good restaurants and tourist attractions.
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Barbra
Mar 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Quaint hotel in beautiful Port Renfrew. Very close to the local pub, Botanical Beach, and the Juan de Fuca trail.
Quaint hotel in beautiful Port Renfrew. Very close to the local pub, Botanical Beach, and the Juan de Fuca trail.
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David
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
If you are planning a trip to Port Renfrew, this is a good option, the location is great for a short walk for evening meal or beverage, five minutes walk to the Renfrew Hotel. A short drive to several amazing beaches, a great, local coffee shop (that also serves beer) and an all round break from the madness.
If you are planning a trip to Port Renfrew, this is a good option, the location is great for a short walk for evening meal or beverage, five minutes walk to the Renfrew Hotel. A short drive to several amazing beaches, a great, local coffee shop (that also serves beer) and an all round break from the madness.
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Jill
Oct 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful couple days and enjoyed the easy access to hiking on the beautiful island
We had a wonderful couple days and enjoyed the easy access to hiking on the beautiful island
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Rhys
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous hotel in Port Renfrew, and just a stones throw to the fabulous Renfrew pub! A stay in Port Renfrew is a must!!
Fabulous hotel in Port Renfrew, and just a stones throw to the fabulous Renfrew pub! A stay in Port Renfrew is a must!!
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Bill
May 13, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Quiet, clean and close to the marina.
Quiet, clean and close to the marina.
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Felix-Antoine
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean, nice room with comfy beds. It was hot out so everyone had their windows open, which means everyone can hear everything. It worked out since all guests were quiet but it may be hard for those with yappy dogs or crying kids. My only wish was that there was more outdoor seating on the property, like benchs or picnic tables. Definitely bring groceries with you since there is only 1 sitdown restaurant in the area.
Clean, nice room with comfy beds. It was hot out so everyone had their windows open, which means everyone can hear everything. It worked out since all guests were quiet but it may be hard for those with yappy dogs or crying kids. My only wish was that there was more outdoor seating on the property, like benchs or picnic tables. Definitely bring groceries with you since there is only 1 sitdown restaurant in the area.
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Gail
Jul 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
quiet out of the way place, had a good rest, our bed was too soft though, other than hiking or fishing charters not much to do. no shopping or food stores, loved the cafe had a nice vibe we drove from Sooke so the road was super rough in our truck. A place to visit for the day!
quiet out of the way place, had a good rest, our bed was too soft though, other than hiking or fishing charters not much to do. no shopping or food stores, loved the cafe had a nice vibe we drove from Sooke so the road was super rough in our truck. A place to visit for the day!
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Dining
Dining is limited in town, with the nearby Renfrew Pub the main option (often good but sometimes busy or pricey), and breakfast choices scarce; many guests bring groceries. An on-site coffee truck is frequently praised.
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Karen
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room was very clean and comfortable, with everything we needed in the room. Check in was pleasant. However, we were not aware that there was limited dining in the area and were not prepared to scramble to find breakfast options, as we were there just before the summer season started. There was one nearby pub that served dinner but very expensive to eat there.
Our room was very clean and comfortable, with everything we needed in the room. Check in was pleasant. However, we were not aware that there was limited dining in the area and were not prepared to scramble to find breakfast options, as we were there just before the summer season started. There was one nearby pub that served dinner but very expensive to eat there.
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Malcolm
Sep 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We were disappointed that the West Coast Lodge did not have a restaurant as advertised on the websites. Also we were not able to get live TV channels, only streaming channels.
We were disappointed that the West Coast Lodge did not have a restaurant as advertised on the websites. Also we were not able to get live TV channels, only streaming channels.
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Barbra
Mar 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Quaint hotel in beautiful Port Renfrew. Very close to the local pub, Botanical Beach, and the Juan de Fuca trail.
Quaint hotel in beautiful Port Renfrew. Very close to the local pub, Botanical Beach, and the Juan de Fuca trail.
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David
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was excellent. Customer support by e mail was quick and efficient. Parking arrangements not so good, and couldn’t find trash and recycling when we were leaving. Only restaurant was the pub, where food and service were good, but not possible to book and long wait time.
Room was excellent. Customer support by e mail was quick and efficient. Parking arrangements not so good, and couldn’t find trash and recycling when we were leaving. Only restaurant was the pub, where food and service were good, but not possible to book and long wait time.
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barb
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel is set back in a quiet wooded area. Room was basic but clean and updated. There’s a great little coffee “shop” on the property. Great value! I’ll stay here again!
The hotel is set back in a quiet wooded area. Room was basic but clean and updated. There’s a great little coffee “shop” on the property. Great value! I’ll stay here again!
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Liza
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Remote and beautiful area, surrounded by gorgeous trees and wildlife. Our room and bed were comfortable and the room had all of the basics. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. The nearby pub was convenient and offered tasty food and cocktails. We are ready to go back and stay longer!
Remote and beautiful area, surrounded by gorgeous trees and wildlife. Our room and bed were comfortable and the room had all of the basics. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. The nearby pub was convenient and offered tasty food and cocktails. We are ready to go back and stay longer!
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Diane
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed 2 nights for a hiking adventure. There were no options close for dining, small town, but walked to a "Pub" on the wharf that was fine for dinner. The room was clean, but no options for housekeeping while we were there. There also was no ice machine or freezer in the room, which was inconvenient with a knee injury. Although the Lodge had limitations and a monosyllable staff, there were few options available in the area, so it was convenient.
We stayed 2 nights for a hiking adventure. There were no options close for dining, small town, but walked to a "Pub" on the wharf that was fine for dinner. The room was clean, but no options for housekeeping while we were there. There also was no ice machine or freezer in the room, which was inconvenient with a knee injury. Although the Lodge had limitations and a monosyllable staff, there were few options available in the area, so it was convenient.
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Kelly
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent stay for the end of the season. Dining is limited but that’s to be expected
Excellent stay for the end of the season. Dining is limited but that’s to be expected
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Felix-Antoine
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean, nice room with comfy beds. It was hot out so everyone had their windows open, which means everyone can hear everything. It worked out since all guests were quiet but it may be hard for those with yappy dogs or crying kids. My only wish was that there was more outdoor seating on the property, like benchs or picnic tables. Definitely bring groceries with you since there is only 1 sitdown restaurant in the area.
Clean, nice room with comfy beds. It was hot out so everyone had their windows open, which means everyone can hear everything. It worked out since all guests were quiet but it may be hard for those with yappy dogs or crying kids. My only wish was that there was more outdoor seating on the property, like benchs or picnic tables. Definitely bring groceries with you since there is only 1 sitdown restaurant in the area.
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Julia
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was a beautiful place to stay after a long day of hiking. The room was very clean and had a great little kitchenette. Water pressure was kind of low but to be expected so remote and the water was nice and hot and bathroom very clean. Wifi wasn't great but sort of enjoyed being disconnected for a few days. Apparently there was a bear nearby (we were told be staff) but we didn't see it. Enjoyed the Beach Camp coffee and chatting with it' s friendly staff. Renfrew Pub was delicious. All in all a great stay.
The property was a beautiful place to stay after a long day of hiking. The room was very clean and had a great little kitchenette. Water pressure was kind of low but to be expected so remote and the water was nice and hot and bathroom very clean. Wifi wasn't great but sort of enjoyed being disconnected for a few days. Apparently there was a bear nearby (we were told be staff) but we didn't see it. Enjoyed the Beach Camp coffee and chatting with it' s friendly staff. Renfrew Pub was delicious. All in all a great stay.
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Cynthia
5 days ago
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Stayed 5 nights
Rooms were clean, check in was easy, wish booking the sauna was a bit clearer through the website but very nice property, well maintained.
Rooms were clean, check in was easy, wish booking the sauna was a bit clearer through the website but very nice property, well maintained.
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Alan
last week
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean room with basic amenities. OK place to stay a night if you are doing the trail. No view or any place to sit and take in the scenery.
Clean room with basic amenities. OK place to stay a night if you are doing the trail. No view or any place to sit and take in the scenery.
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Timothy
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Good place to stay for seeing the sites around Port Renfrew.
Good place to stay for seeing the sites around Port Renfrew.
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Matthew Alan
Aug 5, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Chelsea was a great help with our after hours check in. Very comfortable room, great bed
Chelsea was a great help with our after hours check in. Very comfortable room, great bed
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Daniel
Jul 25, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean basic room
Clean basic room
FAQs about West Coast Trail Lodge
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of CAD 30.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 22:00, and check-out is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges could apply.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and Port Renfrew Dock. It is 0.9 mi from Pacific Gateway Marina and 1.2 mi from Juan de Fuca Provincial Park.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Pet fee: CAD 30.00 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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