Pioneer Inn by the River
8405 Byng Road
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The beds were comfy and checking in was fairly simple”
“room ok they have done lots of work more needed”
“Was okay, but wasn’t told about the breakfast on check in”
“Very quiet place with a good breakfast”
“For less money we were able to book a cabin at the RV park down the road for our…”
“The room was very old but clean”
“Staff were very friendly and beyond helpful (keys got locked in my van and they …”
“Really helpful and understanding host”
“Location is great”
“Location”
“We felt that it was overpriced for what we got”
Overview
Situated on the banks of the Quatse River, this Port Hardy motel provides free Wi-Fi. A restaurant is featured on site and a refrigerator is included in guest rooms. Port Hardy Airport is 8 km away. A cable TV and a seating area are provided in rooms at Pioneer Inn by the River. A work desk, a microwave and a coffee maker are offered. Free toiletries are included for added convenience. BBQ facilities are offered to guests of Inn Pioneer. Guests can stroll through the garden in a park-like setting. A guest launderette is available and fishing can be arranged on site. B.C. Ferries Port Hardy terminal is 11 minutes’ drive away. Marble River Provincial Park is 34 km from Pioneer Inn by the River.
Traveller reviews
Prabhjot
solo_traveller
May 23, 2026
N/a
Leah
solo_traveller
May 6, 2026
“Good spot to relax and visit port hardy”
The layout was good and everything worked. The beds were comfy and checking in was fairly simple. Staff were very friendly and beyond helpful (keys got locked in my van and they contacted the tow company).
WILLIAM
couple
January 19, 2026
“ok but would choose another place in future”
room ok they have done lots of work more needed
Chris
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
limited parking
Jennifer
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“The Pioneer inn lived up to its name. It was a rustic experience sleeping at the Pioneer Inn.”
The suite had recently been renovated, although it had fresh paint, a new kitchen and newer flooring the furniture seemed like original and was a lot more…rustic. The beds were very hard- we all slept poorly and had sore backs in the morning. The hide-a-bed sofa had a very thin mattress that you could feel the two bars through- it was so uncomfortable that my older son slept on the floor. We felt that it was overpriced for what we got. For less money we were able to book a cabin at the RV park down the road for our second night that was very comfortable, clean and new inside.
Susan
couple
January 19, 2026
“Booked in advance when arrived credit card already charged, counter person not friendly at all”
Was okay, but wasn’t told about the breakfast on check in
P. de Klerk
couple
November 29, 2025
“Good place to stay after the "inside Passage" crossing.”
Very quiet place with a good breakfast.
Chris D
family_with_children
October 9, 2025
“Excellent motel style accommodation with friendly and accommodating host”
Really helpful and understanding host. We had explained that we would be arriving on the ferry from Prince Rupert a little after midnight. Despite the late hour the motel was very happy to receive us. We had a comfortable room with sufficient beds for the four of us. Kitchenette and fridge, although we didn't use these as there were drinks (tea, coffee, chilled water) and even continental style breakfast available in the reception area. Would we recommend? Yes. Would we stay again? Definitely!
Jennifer
couple
September 25, 2025
The Korean/Japanese restaurant was fabulous! The staff were lovely and the food was great!
J
couple
September 25, 2025
“Convenient place to stay, but a little worn.”
Located close to the Prince Rupert ferry.
Emily
family_with_children
September 18, 2025
The property is beautiful. Location is great. Rooms are spacious and have everything needed.
Muff
couple
September 14, 2025
“Even though the room was very clean we wouldn’t stay there again.”
The room was very old but clean.
Ian
family_with_children
September 8, 2025
“As expected.”
It was close to ferry terminal. There was a trail to a salmon spanning brook which was great.
claire
family_with_children
September 6, 2025
Availability of light breakfast ( we had not expected this(. Convenient for Port Hardy Ferry
Robert
family_with_children
September 6, 2025
“Time For Major Changes”
Nice surrounding scenery
Norma 65
family_with_children
August 27, 2025
Location
Lorraine
extended_group
August 23, 2025
Adequate facilities very clean
Grills
solo_traveller
August 18, 2025
Convenient to the ferry terminal.
Aaron
couple
August 13, 2025
“Best price in Port Hardy that meets the basic requirements for ferry travel.”
The hotel had the last room available in town with late check-in until 1 am. The staff were pleasant and the location is quiet. The bed was okay and the water pressure was strong. The tap water actually tasted okay. There was a basic grab and go breakfast in the main office. Laundry facility on site.
Morse Handy
family_with_children
August 6, 2025
Very clean, just outdated buildings.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Hiking, Walking tours
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, BBQ facilities
Parking
Parking on site, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Private check-in/check-out, Laundry
Deluxe Family Room
Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-equipped kitchen. The family room also offers a barbecue. The family room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit offers 3 beds.
Deluxe Double Room
Free Wi-Fi, a seating area and a cable TV are provided. A fridge, microwave, coffee maker and work desk are included.
Queen Room
Free Wi-Fi, a seating area and a cable TV are provided. A fridge, microwave, coffee maker and work desk are included.
Queen Studio
The well-fitted kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This studio includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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