Riverside Motel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Port Alberni motel

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Room, 1 Queen Bed
Cottage B | Living area
Cottage B | Private kitchen
Property grounds
Cottage A | Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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5065 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y3Y9
  • Place, Raptors Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nuu-Chah-Nulth Whaling Canoe Sculpture
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Kitchen 3 Bed Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Cottage A

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Kitchenette 2 Bed Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Cottage B

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Port Alberni

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Raptors Centre and Nuu-Chah-Nulth Whaling Canoe Sculpture. Also, Stirling Off-leash Dog Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Raptors Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nuu-Chah-Nulth Whaling Canoe Sculpture - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stirling Off-leash Dog Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Petroglyphs at Sproat Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiffin Thai - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Riverside Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Port Alberni motel
Riverside Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Port Alberni motel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Riverside Motel offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Cable television is provided. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Port Alberni motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Riverside Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 357 out of 536 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 536 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 536 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 536 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 536 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops but it was on a busy road which made it loud. Could have used another AC in the living area but it was clean and staff was friendly. We would definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay for a family of two young adult children and a dog. It was big enough to have some space of your own. The kitchen was big and well-stocked. It was nice cooking your own meals for a change when travelling around. The staff was super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would definitely book this Motel again !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised at how upscale this little motel is. It was spotless and has all the conveniences of a home away from home. Next time we are visiting Port Alberni I will be booking the Riverside Motel without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner operators do an amazing job running this motel. Super clean, full fridge/freezer for storing groceries prior to next leg of trip up the Alberni Inlet, super flexible, and great parking for truck and boat trailer. Thank you so much for your hospitality!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in experience was very pleasant. The room was very comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good choice for a short stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice clean motel close to the water

Nice, clean motel close to the marina. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was ok. One of the stove burners did not work and the kitchen sink made gurgling noises all day. The portable AC unit kept the front room cool, but not the bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night in Port Alberni as part of our road trip from Victoria to Tofino, and it turned out to be a fantastic stopover. The accommodations were impressively spacious and ideal for our group of four adults and one dog. Our unit had everything we needed and more: two bedrooms, nice bathroom, a full kitchen, dining table, sofa, TV, and even a recliner. There was plenty of space to relax after a long drive. The entire unit was spotless. It’s clear the hosts take pride in maintaining a clean and well-kept space, which made our stay all the more enjoyable. Whether you're passing through or staying longer, this spot in Port Alberni is a hidden gem. Spacious, clean, and pet-friendly—highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sangeeth

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here! It was quiet, clean and the beds were comfortable. The staff were super kind and helpful as well. Anytime we needed their support, they were quick to help :) Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mattias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Setareh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facilities, nice property and decor, easy access. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking along the boardwalk to the marina.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay - lots of room for the family. The unit was well equipped and had everything we needed. Comfortable and homey. Exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Clean rooms, comfy beds. Quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place in Alberni to stay

The Riverside motel is by far my favorite place to stay. Rooms are very cozy, feels like home, beds are comfortable, staff is always friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Delaware

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025