Name: Nimpkish Hotel
Address: 318 Fir Street, Alert Bay, V0N 1A0, CA

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2026

Corine

Thank you so much for an awesome stay. The Inn was close to all the shops and the main St. Tina was so good to us! Thank you for the best fish and chips we ever had, the halibut was amazing! A wonderful birthday, Alert Bay we can't wait to come back and visit!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

DANIELLE

We had a beautiful room with a balcony facing the water. We were treated to a pod of dolphins and an orca viewing in the morning. Warm and friendly home base for exploring Alert Bay. Walkable from the ferry as we went on foot. Quiet on a Sunday but exactly what we were after. We missed the summer crowds and felt like we had the bay to ourselves. Highly recommend hanging your hat at the inn.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2026

Shawn

Clean room and wonderful Continental breakfast. Staff Tina was very helpful and friendly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Brent

On the water, Westcoast OG.. two honeys Rockin' in the Free World, lovin' our weekend getaway in superchill Alert Bay in the Lighthouse Room at the Nimpkish ❤️✨️🥂

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2026

Christy

Think bed and breakfast, in a heritage house, with lovely seaside decor, and owners who are passionate about sharing their property and its history with visitors from all over the globe. A continental breakfast is offered in a common sunroom with unbeatable ocean views and comfy chairs, blankets and binoculars to focus in on otters, eagles and the occasional whale passing by. There is a restaurant on site for lunch and dinner, with indoor seating as well as a seaside deck for outdoor dining. Each suite has its own full bathroom, private patio area, and a mini fridge (but no microwave). There is a grocery store just down the road, as well as a couple of restaurants, a pub, and a liquor store all within walking distance.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

William

Staff was awesome clean rooms would recommend for sure

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Feb 2026

Martin

Beautifull,quiet amazing view!!! Love it!!!!

Business Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2025

Neil

Room well set up and appointed well. Very friendly staff with Tina being my host.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2025

Joseph

The romance room was definitely worth the money. Spent 2 stormy days enjoying the views and unwinding.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2025

Marissa

Nimpkish Hotel is an excellent place to stay on Cormorant Island. We arrived very late at night due to a late last ferry but the owners and staff were extremely accommodating and helpful. The facility was clean and charming. Breakfast overlooked the beautiful harbour and offered lots of options. Highly recommend.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Oct 2025

Colin

Lovely breakfast room (and room) view. Eclectic decor. Good first night sleep.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Oct 2025

Ronald

Very comfortable for a fairly older property.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

21 Sep 2025

Joan

Unless you went looking for staff I saw no one.

6/10

Pleasant

13 Sep 2025

Jeffrey

unfortunately missed my ferry, unable to stay there

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2025

Joan

This is a 100 year old hotel in the village of Alert Bay. Our room had a small balcony with a great view. The breakfast included bread, fruit and yogurt.

The dining room downstairs had a limited menu. Don’t pay any attention to the one posted online. Prices, of course were higher , but the food was good.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Aug 2025

Marie-Pierre

Great stay

Amazing location on the water with the added bonus of a restaurant on site. Varied and fresh items for a self-serve breakfast.
Walls are thin so bring ear plugs as not all guests are respectful.
The owner was great at providing information about the area and the ferry before arrival.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Jun 2025

William

Clean rooms,

6/10

Pleasant

21 Jun 2025

Elizabeth

It's an old inn and rustic which is cool but it is missing something. Staff is adequate but there was little interaction or interest in the guests. Aside from one cheery table server the owner and wife were lackluster, and we had the impression they didn't really want to be there. The restaurant menu needs an update with fresh salads and fresh food. Too much food comes from frozen like French fries, halibut even the beef and broccoli were from the freezer. Fries accompany most food with no other choices, i.e. a salad. Sticky menus and stained aprons are not impressive. The continental breakfast could use more variety and don't put out brown bananas. The rooms are clean but the lazy-boy chair in my room looked old and stained. Having a balcony was great and overall, everything was okay but too expensive for what you got.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2025

Linda

Beautiful view from breakfast nook
Quaint. Attractive

Self

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2025

Meagan

Loved our view and cute little breakfast area to over look the sunrise and lovely eagles

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2025

Claire

Thank you to Will, for upgrading us to an ocean view room, where we could sit on the deck and admire the stunning ocean view. The complementary breakfast was substantial, again with fantastic views. Dinner in the restaurant was convenient and delicious. We highly recommend the Nimkish Hotel

10/10

Exceptional

19 Mar 2025

Dan

Will checked me in promptly after a very long day and made me feel at home in a strange area.. Thanks Will!

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

20 Feb 2025

Crystal

Beautiful place with nice staff

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

03 Feb 2025

Etienne

not impressed

My room did not have heating when I arrived.
I aske for another room and the lady told me there was no room available...
After 2 hours she called and told me there was one available ...?

Karaoke under my room all night

Drunk peoples yelling in the hallway

Business

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2024

Murtaza

November at the Nimpkish

Amazing experience. Felt at home. Very accomodating got an upgrade to room with balcony and oceanview upper level. Very quite and clean. Complimentary breakfast. The hostess was amazing, made special food for me due to dietary restrictions, very delicious. Very caring and kind.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2024

Mandela

Friendly staff, convientant location

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Oct 2024

Kaitlin

The lady who owns the property was the absolute sweetest! The property is very cute and quiet and the views are beautiful. I highly recommend this place and will be coming back!

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2024

Karen

Loved this place! Heritage property. Owners on site.
During a power outage the hotel was the only business on the island to have a generator. No lights upstairs but candles were provided. Generator ran the kitchen and the restaurant was buzzing. The owners made the adventure fun!!! I’d stay again and hope for a power outage!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2024

danny

The Inn was on the waterfront with a deck on piling over the water it was spectacular

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2024

David

We absolutely loved our stay at the Nimpkish! We stayed in the Romantic room on the top floor and very much enjoyed our deck which had the most incredible sunset ocean view. The owners were the best! Very friendly and visible throughout our stay! Breakfast provided in the sunroom was excellent! Coffee, tea, OJ, hardboiled eggs, toast, yogurt, fresh fruit, etc. It was wonderful to eat in the morning in a town that has few restaurants. Just to note... this Romantic room does not have a shower but it does have a very large sunken tub with at handheld shower nozzle which was no problem for us. I highly recommend this hotel and would definitely return!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Sep 2024

Stephanie

We had the top floor which had an amazing view, private balcony, spacious room, and clean. Large soaker tub was difficult for elderly or partially disabled people to get in and out of and only has a pull-out shower cable. Would stay at this location again but would prefer a room with a stand-up shower.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2024

Wendy

The Nimpkish hotel is charming and delightful. There is not a more beautiful spot. I stayed here for several nights as a woman traveling alone and could not have enjoyed it more. The owners and staff are delightful. I can't wait to return.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2024

Sharon and Peter

The Nimpkish hotel was delightful. It was quirky, spotlessly clean, great vegan curry and very helpful, friendly staff. The setting is amazing and we would highly recommend it

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2024

peggy

A delightful stay in a remote location.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2024

Laurie

Lovely owner and super hotel with nice access to tea and coffee for all stay. Breakfast included with breakfast nook right on ocean. Will be back.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2024

William

Great little Gem of a Hotel

Great little boutique hotel and the management was friendly, courteous and helpful. Would definitely stay again!

Business

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2024

Holly

We enjoyed our stay at the Nimpkish Hotel! Our room was cosy and comfortable with SPECTACULAR OCEAN FRONT views! The brightly coloured hotel is cheerful and so are the owners (who are hands on) and employees. Our dinner was fresh and tasty. I had halibut and chips and my his had a curry halibut and rice dish. After dinner we took a stroll back to our room, stopping in the breakfast nook / seating section to chat with a couple enjoying a bottle of wine. Once back in the room to our amazement we saw killer whales from the bedroom window! In the morning we had a complimentary coffee and lemon loaf with fruit as part of the continental breakfast. Our host was so lovely when we checked out she gave lots a few suggestions on things to do before catching our ferry back to Port McNeill. Thank you for a delightful stay! Holly and Jim

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2024

Andrew

We had a room overlooking the bay with a small balcony which was stunning at sunset. We arrived late due to our ferry and the staff were happy to cook a meal for our family. They were delightful and happy to share information on the island. FYI, a ferry ride is needed to get to Telegraph Cove which is an Expedia issue. Would highly recommend.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2024

Brody

The owners are the Nimpkish Hotel are very kind and helpful, will stay here again in coming years!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Aug 2024

Paloma

I just got back from my vacation at north Vancouver Island and wanted to share what an amazing time I had at Alert Bay and at the Nimpkish Hotel. My trip goal was to see whales and have a relaxing time. Alert Bay is a perfect place to stay to do whale watching tours. Great company right there….. Seasmoke Whale Watching and very close ro Telegraph Cove, where there are other tour companies and kayak tours available. The hotel owners and staff are very friendly, food is delicious and the hotel location and setting is great!!!! I would definitely stay there again and would recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy a relaxing, quiet and cozy vacation. We also got to see a pod of Orcas going through the front of the hotel and lots of eagles. What an amazing vacation!!!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2024

Shelby

Best place to stay in Alert Bay! The staff were wonderful. They accommodated our early check in without question. The rooms are clean, and charming. The food was delicious, the outdoor patio has incredible views. We loved our stay at Nimpkish hotel and will definitely be back on our next visit.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Jul 2024

Lawrence

An interesting old hotel that has been refurbished and filled with interesting furnishings all set directly on the water

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2024

Jessica

Great food, great service, great veiws

8/10

Excellent

23 Jul 2024

trevor

Beautiful view from our room. Great place for kayaking and hiking. Chef prepared delicious dinners. Breakfast was simple, but tasty.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2024

Charles

The hotel has clean, spacious rooms with spectacular views of Alert Bay, The service was first-rate and the owners really made us feel like family. We especially liked the curry and momos Pemba served in the restaurant, which was an unexpected treat! One of the best hotel experiences we've ever had.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2024

Samantha

We decided to stay on Cormorant Island while doing a loop trip from Kamloops around the Discovery Heritage trail to Prince Rupert - ferry to p
Port Hardy - then down Vancouver Island and back home through Vancouver. Alert Bay is unique with a rich cultural history. We did a hike - the tall tree hike and it was short but beautiful...as well as a beach walk on rhe north side of the island.
The Nimpkish Inn was a wonderful place to stay. It is an older place but has charm! Very clean with friendly owners.....we would definitely recommend.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2024

Michele

The view from the top floor & soaker tub are amazing!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2024

Roxanne

The room was very clean, the bed incredibly comfortable, and we had a gorgeous view of the bay (room 6). The free breakfast options included delicious banana bread and sausage croissants. Pemba’s hospitality is outstanding and we really appreciated that we were able to check-in early. Thank-you so much, we will be back!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2023

Karen

Beautiful location with truly amazing views. Dinners and breakfasts were delicious. Easy walking to all areas of interest

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2023

Steven

I don’t usually write reviews, but my stay at the Nimpkish warrants one. The building is old but that’s its charm; it’s not cutting edge, but everything works, everything is comfortable, and everything has character that you won’t find in a brand new building.

I won’t go into all the details that made my stay there one of my best hotel experiences, I will just focus on the biggest one which is that the hosts there are quite literally the nicest people I’ve ever come across in a hotel. Within minutes of arriving, I can honestly say without exaggeration that it felt like I was staying with family. The hospitality really is that good, and they seem genuinely lovely people. Nothing was too much to ask, and anything I needed was provided immediately.

The only downside of the Nimpkish is that it was so good that it means I will probably never get to try out any of the other accommodation in the area, because if I go back to Alert Bay I will go to the Nimpkish every single time.

Leisure Self