Sportsman's Inn on the Harbour Front

6/10

Pleasant

05 Aug 2026

Rehan

Location is fabulous, but the simple dwelling, though very specious but with few features; the washroom sink was very small, not particularly notable and not my preferred option. Room amenities were limited.

8/10

Excellent

02 Aug 2026

Jenny

Location is great. Right on the harbor. Easy walk to restaurants, brew pub, coffee shop.
We had two rooms that ended up in two different buildings. Both rooms are basic but priced right. Room 9 was fine. Room 2 had a slight (smoke ?) smell.
The lady that checked us in was friendly. Check in only took a minute. Fun town too.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2026

Daisy

We truly enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. We’d be happy to come back in the future!

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2026

Nathen

Yes you can contact the company manager for the opportunity 😉

6/10

Pleasant

29 Jul 2026

Doris

Good size room with good size beds abd nice clean linens....coffee was good, and the use of the fridge and microwave was very much needed.
Extra hangers would be beneficial, an extra chair for the kitchen, and maybe 1 more for the bedroom. It could use more lights/lamps, another set of keys, end tables by the bed...there was only one...hooks in the bathroom. And a plug for the sink.

2/10

Poor

29 Jul 2026

Phillip

I was told my room key would be under the Mat because I was arriving late. There was no key, or mat. And nobody would answer the phone. I better not be getting charged

6/10

Pleasant

28 Jul 2026

George

Close to Shopping & restaurants .

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2026

Stephanie

Clean and comfortable.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2026

Braden

I stayed on the Sportsman side (Gus’s Pub runs both that and the McNeill Inn to my knowledge) and I had absolutely zero issues, staff was very kind and helpful, room was very clean, spacious enough for two at least, my only gripe was no A/C, but as expected with a motel of that age, BUT there IS a fan in the room, they are located in the closet and sadly we didn’t see it till our last night, but I will say it helps a LOT on those hot days/nights, location is perfect, right by the marina with a gorgeous view, and a very short walk from Gus’s Pub, the coffee shop, and the brewery/restaurant, and would 100% stay there again the next time we take a trip to the area

4/10

Poor

25 Jul 2026

Megan

The check in process was easy, the staff were helpful and efficient. The room was not what we expected at all, not like the pictures. The carpet was extremely dirty, there were dirty socks under one of the bed that did not belong to us.
There were stains on two of the pillows and one of the sheets. The bathroom was dirty and clearly had not been cleaned.

Very disappointed in the cleanliness, I'm not usually too picky about that but this was the worst I've seen.

8/10

Excellent

25 Jul 2026

Niamh

Very easy check-in and we had a pet so that was good. Just had some housekeeping issues with the fact that the fridge and coffee maker, etc. have not been cleaned. Tasos was very helpful and responded immediately to phone calls.

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2026

william

Big clean room with separate sofa area. Outside table with view. Quick check in is next door at the pub. At the waterfront next to a Marina. Outside is a little rustic but very good value for the price . Very comfortable bed and pillows

Self

4/10

Poor

18 Jul 2026

Jeffrey

I expect an older and dated hotel when staying in a harbor city. So, I was okay with it being an older room and even a little rundown. But, the dirty linens and dirty towels were not nice. Also, even with three requests they never came to take our garbage or tend to our room during the 5 days that we were there. I don't quite understand why they did not take the garbage. It was all kind of strange.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Jul 2026

John

The check in works if you arrive in time.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jul 2026

Lara

It was a place to stay for the night which was nice, dry, had a shower, it was cleanish… when you’re coming from camping. It’ll doing a pinch.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jul 2026

Darin

We actually booked a room at the sportsman inn and they put at the McLane inn? It was not the same room that we booked on Expedia.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2026

Audrey

Everything was as expected, this is not some major hotel chain, but a quaint little motel. It’s clean and friendly staff. Steps from the harbor, we could take a walk every night!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Jul 2026

Michael

Basic room was roomy and clean. Across the street from the marina and next store to a pub. No complaints

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Jul 2026

Connie

We booked two rooms, not realizing that there are two buildings. So if you are with a group, make sure you confirm you are in the same building.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

03 Jul 2026

Stephen

Inn was not open on the weekend, so we had to go to Gus' bar, which was the next establishment over and check in at the bar. Once we got the key, the room was clean and big. No issues with our overnight stay.

6/10

Pleasant

01 Jul 2026

willem

Be sure to read the check-in instructions before arriving, as there is no “lobby”. I was in the McNeill building, not the Sportsman part. My room was clean and comfortable. Not much noise insulation between rooms, so bring earplugs and/or hope for considerate neighbours. It was quiet after 10pm. Friendly staff. Good value. I would stay there again.

Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Jun 2026

Leona

The name is different from what is posted on building. The phone number belongs to the bar next door.

Otherwise, very comfortable bed. Clean sheets and towels.

Yes, the best chai is next door. Thanks for the suggestion.

Family

2/10

Poor

29 Jun 2026

monika

Dark dingy room with sealed window, have to keep door open to get air but door opens onto common balcony. Sofa , chair and carpet stained and dingy. Ni WIFI for 3 out of 4 nights I stayed. WIFI info provided by staff incorrect. Freezer full of ice so items in mini fridge froze as freezer door would not close due to ice build up. Lightbulb missing in bathroom. Smoke detectors in room disconnected and not working. Fire alarm outside room broken. Fire extinguisher rusty and not clear when last serviced. Very expensive for condition of room.

Self

4/10

Poor

28 Jun 2026

Stefanie

The shower didn't work, there were stains all over the towels and stains on the chairs and floor. All the chairs were broken too. The one bed was sunken in completely on the one side.
This place is WAY OVER priced. Should be maybe $90 a night. Sorry but very true
So run down nothing like pictures. It was disappointing for $160 a night and 3 nights booked. Wish I could get half my money back.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2026

Molina

Nice spot close to the water but it is near 1 or 2 bars depending on which building you’re in so some noise but not bad with closed windows

Self

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2026

Manfred

This has been one of our regular stops for years . Always good ! Would suggest fixing the stairs to the upstairs rooms

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2026

Debbie

Entry carpet was worn and dirty but mostly the unit was very clean. Lighting in bedroom and bathroom could have been brighter.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

23 Jun 2026

Guy

Check in is at the the bar next door. Nice location on waterfront. No hangers in the closet to hang our gear. Otherwise ok.

2/10

Poor

23 Jun 2026

marjorie

Assigned room in McNeill Inn instead of Sportsman Inn. Rundown Inn. Poor directions as to where building was. Window doesn't open. No AC. No counter or vanity in bathroom. Outside stairs up to room were in poor condition. Will never book room with them again. Stayed at Black Bear next night. 100% better

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2026

Andrea

Good location, stairs no elevator.

Business

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2026

Charlyn

It was a comfortable stay and the staff were friendly.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jun 2026

Terry

Bed very comfortable, good view and location. Black mould in the windows, hot and stuffy, had to ask for toilet paper and soap, crack and hole in the bathroom sink which didn’t drain, shower just shut off mid shower, coffee pot didn’t work, housekeeping took all the plastic glasses away and didn’t replace. Check in was confusing, done at a bar by a new server who didn’t know anything.
We were booked into the Sportsman Inn, ended up in the McNeill Inn, old building in need of updating. All got blamed on Expedia. Would only stay in sportsman inn next time, a newer building

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2026

craig

Great location room was clean the exterior of the building is nothing special but for the price it was good value great place to stay if your not looking for anything 5 star

Partner

2/10

Poor

03 Jun 2026

Lynsey

Uncleanly room and even though we booked through expedia, the room wasn’t available at check in. Stains and mold in room…

Self

4/10

Poor

03 Jun 2026

Marilyn

Don't stay in room 7 as you will not be able to sleep. Two heat systems beside your room going all night long as well as tin hitting tin when the wind blows from different angles. We asked for another room but was told there was one.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

Eric

The room was clean and in a good location
Staff are very friendly.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

01 Jun 2026

Nikola

The check-in process was confusing. Parts of the room have been updated but some of the furniture is pretty beat up. There was no chair or table in my room. The bed was fairly comfortable if not a bit soft. Tv is small. I wasn’t told how to check out so asked at the pub where a helpful young woman explained the process. It was on ok stay.

Self

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2026

Alan

Right on the waterfront.
Lots of marine vessel activity to observe.

Partner

2/10

Poor

31 May 2026

Wenda

The room had not been cleaned, the beds were slept in and not changed, there were empty beer bottles on the table and the room smelled (not aired out). We went somewhere else instead. Staff was very accommodating and returned our money quickly and with no hassle and recommended 2 other accommodations

6/10

Pleasant

30 May 2026

Mary

My room was small, the furniture was scarred, there were no face cloths in the bathroom, the toilet was wobbly, the windows dirty. My friend stayed at the same place at the same time and had a much better room, for only ten dollars more. Her experience was better than mine, but the place is well located on the harbourfront, next to a coffee shop, and the check in girl was nice.

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Wanda

There was nothing particularly special but the staff was efficient when we checked in and my room was bigger than I thought with well-stocked amenities like soap ,conditioner shampoo, hair dryer, lots of towels. Lots of pillows, a big bed ,small fridge, microwave and coffee making appliances that I didn't use. The suite was bigger and more modern than I had been anticipating seems like they had just done a renovation or something.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

Ron

Room was roomy and clean. Would stay again.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2026

Tyson

Great location, minimal staff.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2026

Patrick

Overall great 2 star option. Close to the ferry and would make a great place to use as home base when exploring the area.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2026

Nancy

Overall, a good experience. The room was clean. Beds were comfortable. They addressed a small concern very quickly. Right by the harbour.

Friends

4/10

Poor

19 May 2026

Tom

The shower basically didn’t work, all the furniture is damaged, the room smelled, there was a leftover beer can from the previous occupants so that didn’t exactly inspire confidence in the cleaning. The hotel we were put in was not the Sportsman inn, but rather a dumpier one on the opposite side of Gus’ pub so obviously the online pictures did not match the room we got. Port McNeill is a lovely place with lovely people including the staff I interacted with so I chose to not complain about the room since it was just one night. I paid more to stay at the sportsman than my previous stay at the Humpback because I was hoping for it to be an upgrade. I couldn’t recommend the Sportsman’s Inn and I would avoid booking there again.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Christy

This room at McNeill’s Inn (1 of 2 buildings at the property) may have had some older appliances and furniture,(coffee maker, microwave, mini fridge, table, chairs) but everything you need for a comfortable stay was there. The pillows were excellent and abundant, and the linens and towels were great. The staff in the pub where you check in were very welcoming. There is also a coffee shop, microbrewery, and several restaurants within walking distance. The food at the pub was delicious and speedy, and with energetic servers, it’s no wonder it is a local favourite. A great place to play some pool, watch some sports, and even dance when the tunes bump and the disco ball comes on later in the evening!

Family

8/10

Excellent

17 May 2026

Ryan

Nice quiet place

6/10

Pleasant

09 May 2026

Patricia

It was a bit of a strange place. We had booked with the Sportsman’s Inn but they gave us a room at the McNeill Inn.
There was a view of the water but directly in front was a parking lot with cars driving through from the coffee place & people walking by.
The furniture was in rough shape but overall the room was clean but smaller than we expected.
Basically it was a weird set up.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 May 2026

Katherine

The hotel we stayed in was the Port MacNeill hotel (operated by The Sportsman Inn). It was rather dated looking. It needed a good cleaning in places (esp. where the coffee supplies are kept) and around the window panes where mould was present.
The bed was very comfortable. Lots of parking spaces. Good for a one night stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 May 2026

Alan

Located near the waterfront with all the marine activity.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Beata

Great stay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Apr 2026

Nicholas

Our expectation is low since we’re in a small town. However, at time of check in, one used towel was hanging at back of bathroom door and used coffee left in coffee maker.

Check in procedure was ok, it was done in a restaurant in separate building.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

Andreas

Nice place with great staff. Cozy and safe rooms, very clean with a great view of the marina

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Mar 2026

Somapravo

Checking takes ever as they dont have a dedicated reception. You have to go to the pub and wait for the staffs at the pub to hand over the key to you. And during rush hours of the pub getting your key takes forever. Not the first time it happened with me.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2026

Irvin

It was ok

6/10

Pleasant

12 Mar 2026

derek

Noisy upstairs but other than that good

8/10

Excellent

09 Mar 2026

Molina

Nice amount of space for the price quiet location important parts of room were clean

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2026

Jason

Clean, convenient, free parking

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2026

bill

It was short notice but the Sportsman's Inn came through in a crunch. I was happy with everything.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2026

Murray

The check in was easy and quick and the room was clean and comfortable. I would recommend.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2026

Blake

Coffee Maker.... Top Notch!

Great Vista , Nice Shower.

Business

8/10

Excellent

25 Jan 2026

Alan

Slept well, quiet and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jan 2026

Jesse

Super simple check-in, friendly staff, great burgers at the pub

8/10

Excellent

12 Jan 2026

Jade

Great location, clean rooms. Food at the pub is excellent!

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

04 Jan 2026

Jamie

Mold around bath tub

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jan 2026

Chris

Great little place the restaurant across the street is owned by the same family great plat to eat

8/10

Excellent

29 Dec 2025

Mandy

The room was clean and comfortable even though it was small. The bathroom tiled floor was freezing though.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Dec 2025

Amandip

The room
The fridge had hair in it , under the bed there was wrappers. Clearly not properly cleaned from previous guest.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Dec 2025

Alan

The location was good.
The room was good.
The bathtub was larger then most and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2025

Harrison

Yes, was great

6/10

Pleasant

29 Nov 2025

Amy

Cover sheet has yellowish brown stain, toilet was not stable.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2025

Tracy

Everything was fantastic from the time we asked for a room until we left in the morning. Great view over the marina, comfortable bed, good coffee and very affordable!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Nov 2025

Daniel

Staff was excellent. Easy no hassle.

8/10

Excellent

22 Nov 2025

Shelley

The room was as described, older unit with upgrade.
Close to food, pub & bakery options and quiet view of the marina.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

22 Nov 2025

Larry

noisy thin wall's

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2025

Alan

Courteous staff and clean room

4/10

Poor

04 Nov 2025

Donna

The Pub was goodand so was the parking.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

01 Nov 2025

Carole

Clean, basic had what I needed. Will book again when needed

8/10

Excellent

29 Oct 2025

Andrea

Comfortable room on the main floor. Good location with a view of the marina, close to food and coffee options. No desk or chair in room 1.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2025

Yoshi

Me and my son visited in Port Mcneill for Hockey tournament. Its parfect to stay.
Better to get meal before 2000. Nearly backout except bar and steakhouse.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

27 Oct 2025

Alan

A nice room in the heart of the water front. Simple, clean and affordable for our needs.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2025

Linda

Nice location overlooking the harbour. Clean, spacious room. Checking in was smooth and staff member pleasant.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Oct 2025

David

Clean room, close to Alert Bay ferry, close to cafe and restaurants. Had a great coffee and sandwich at Mugz next door.

8/10

Excellent

18 Oct 2025

Junko

Quiet location and nice restaurant with good food close by. Perfect place to stop after a long road trip.

Business Partner

4/10

Poor

14 Oct 2025

Bay

The buildings are marked Gus' not Sportsmans' so finding the pub/hotel to check in was a bit confusing. Check in was easy, staff were nice, but there was confusion about where things were. The room was super basic with a decent bed, nightstand, mini fridge, coffee pot, mini dresser/tv. It had been cleaned and was tidy, bedding white + soft. That said, things were pretty scratched up and there was a musty feet smell that got to me (carpet?), so it didn't feel very clean/fresh. The poly curtains touch the heater making them discoloured, that gave me a bit of anxiety with the heat needing to be on but also needing the privacy sleeping next to full length windows at street level. The toilet was wobbly, didn't bother with the shower. The price was more than I think it was worth, especially with the mild ick factor.

6/10

Pleasant

13 Oct 2025

Alan

It's your basic room, clean, older with thin walls. VERY disappointed in the hot water temperature, it was only lukewarm. We were so looking forward to a hot bath, but it was only lukewarm so we never even got in after running the hot for 10 minutes trying to get it hot. Not hot. OCTOBER 2025.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2025

Justin

My wife and I stayed a night en route to the ferry in Port Hardy. We are so happy we chose to stay at the Sportsman Inn. The whole town was so quaint and charming. The people were terribly nice. The food at the little pub was top notch. Some city joints could learn a thing or two. Our room was spottless, the bed was plush and soft. Parking was easy, and the staff was pleasant. The proximity to the waterfront camt be beat, we took a little stroll in the morning and it was beautiful. We will be staying again next time we are in the area. 10/10 would recomend.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Oct 2025

Krista

Great quiet stay, in central location

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2025

Irene

Room was dated, but very clean and spacious. Great view of the harbour.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 Oct 2025

Sanette

It wasn't the cleanest property we've ever stayed at, but what was most disappointing is the hot water in the shower was warm, not hot.

8/10

Excellent

05 Oct 2025

Gordon

odd check in. wasn't expecting much so the actual rrom was a pleasant surprise. Unique lay out

Self

8/10

Excellent

04 Oct 2025

Alan

Overall experience was good. We could be back again.

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

04 Oct 2025

Margrit

My wife booked for two nights at the Sportman's Inn. When we were trying to check in to the room.They send us to a busy pub next door to check in. The very busy bartender told us that she can't check us in because the owner run out of printing paper and didn't come back yet. It would take at least two hours. Little did we know that we actually had to stay at the Mc Neil's Inn close to the Sportsman's Inn. We stayed for two nights with no house keeping as advertised. We will definitely not stay there again.

6/10

Pleasant

03 Oct 2025

Tania

Parking was hard to access but mostly empty. Maybe because of the low occupancy or because it was difficult to access.
Coffee machine wasn’t working well. Went to the Sportsman inn where there was a sign on door to check in a pub next door. At pub, was given keys and sent to the McNeill inn next door to that. Very confusing and not overly welcoming.

4/10

Poor

02 Oct 2025

Maura

Hotel has no staff on site. Very dirty carpets. Shabby

6/10

Pleasant

29 Sep 2025

Jolene

A very basic room for one night. It provided a bed which was all I needed. I felt safe as a single traveler, however, walls were thin, and I could here snoring from the room above. Overall, it served my purpose, but would not stay there for any period of time.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2025

Michael

Parķing was beside the building
Walking to ferry right there

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2025

Macreena

Room was nice and bigger than anticipated. It had a great view of the water too! Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly!

Business_and_leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

25 Sep 2025

Helen

We stayed on the top floor in Room 9. Small \"living room\" with a sofa bed, table, chair, lamp, wall-mounted tv, microwave, small refrigerator with freezer, counter, coffee maker, cups, coffee, sugar, coffee whitener (no spoons/stir sticks). The window does not open. Blind on window. The carpet in this area was very stained. It should have been vinyl/tile. Large closet with bedding for sofa bed, fan/iron/ironing board. Extremely large, tiled bathroom. Sink, counter, toilet, deep tub/shower (no grab bar). Usual toiletries/hairdryer. There was a partial wall, then the large bedroom with two, comfortable beds, dresser, wall-mounted tv, alarm clock, arm chair, side table with a lamp and WiFi booster. As this is at the back of the room, there was no window/airflow. Recently renovated. There is no reception area. Check-in/key pickup is at the Pub next door. There is no sign in the Pub, you have to flag down a server to get checked-in. No staff on-site and only saw a the housekeeper once during our stay. Had to ask her for more coffee/plastic glasses. There is no check-out, just a key drop-off box on the railing of the landing. The property sits kitty-corner to the water/harbour, so any view is a side-ways view, over the roof of the attached restaurant/parking lot and the adjacent pub. The area around the hotel is strewn with garbage/pizza boxes which was never picked up the entire 3 nights we were there. The hotel is still undergoing renovations.

Leisure Partner