Whalers on the Point Guesthouse

Whalers on the Point Guesthouse Hostel in Tofino

About this hostel

Situated in Tofino, this lovely hostel for $98 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. Featuring views of the Pacific Ocean and Clayoquot Sound, this property is 200 metres from Tofino town centre.

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Beachfront / Waterfront

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Tofino

Nearby attractions

Ucluelet Lighthouse Loop

23.16 miles

Amphitrite Point Lighthouse

Whalers on the Point Guesthouse

3.9

Good(91 Reviews)

Hostel in Tofino

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this hostel

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Beachfront / Waterfront

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Tofino

Nearby attractions

Ucluelet Lighthouse Loop

23.16 miles

Amphitrite Point Lighthouse

Reviews

3.9/5.0

Good(91 Reviews)

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2.0

Oct 2022

Don't expect much from a hostel, even if you live in a Suite

I rarely write reviews, but I had to write this one. Very little value for your money. Hostel staff (kitchen, refrigerator, hall, backyard) - everything is present. There is parking. Read about the rest below.

It all started with a lie in the description. We booked "Suite" for a family - two adults, one child. What do you imagine when you read "Private bathroom, Toilet"? Well, yes, after hundreds of hotels, you imagine an ordinary bathroom with a toilet. The bathroom may have a shower, it may have a bath, it doesn't matter. But you look forward to having a private shower in the morning. In this "guesthouse" it means "toilet with sink". No more. For three we paid $215 per night. We have stayed in many places in Canada and this is a good hotel value. And if you lie in the description, that's a problem. Already after the reservation, you are bombarded with a large number of messages. Fill out this form, then this one, then read more covid information (haven't calmed down with covid yet?). A lot about big fines for noise, heavy alcohol, for something else ... The main thing is that the word "hostel" appears in these descriptions. Maybe this is the answer to the question - why can't you spend a miserable $500 and equip a shower in a fairly large toilet? Is it the law of the genre that hostel visitors have to suffer? Next - savings on everything. Two beds, a chair, and two rough waist-length wardrobes without a single shelf. It's all. Everything looks like a cell is being made in a prison. You didn't even think to spend $0.5 and nail simple coat hooks. Yes, we should hang clothes on the bed, throw them on a chair, we can put them on the floor. After all, this is a hostel. Yes, for $215 (low season). Students should not be concerned about such trifles as hangers. After all, you allow drinking beer, why do we need a shower and hangers? Everything else is more or less normal. Hostel staff (kitchen, refrigerator, hall, backyard) - everything is present. There is parking. But we went to rest with the family. And I didn't really enjoy taking my son to the shared shower every morning.

10.0

Oct 2022

Exceptional

Clean, well-run, friendly staff, well sound-proofed, kitchen exceptionally well organized and appointed

Um........... (cheaper..?)

8.0

Sep 2022

Very good

Staff helped us book a boating tour.

Lounge area and kitchen closed at night.

8.0

Sep 2022

A Fine Hostel Experience Right In Downtown Tofino

Communal kitchen is very convenient and well equipped. Five star view from the dining area. The beds are quite comfortable. Shared washroom facilities weren't overcrowded apart from the Women's at peak times

It's a hostel, not really a "Guest House". Once you get past that, it's fine. Price was high for the accommodation received but I guess that's Tofino.

10.0

Sep 2022

Exceptional

I did not have any breakfast did not know there was any

We drove at first they basically told us there was no parking and then when they found my friend was with a handicap sign they let us park your website should outline there is limited parking

4.0

Sep 2022

Wouldn’t go back.

Location was ok. Rooms were clean. Facilities decent.

Exceedingly expensive. 5pm check in time is ridiculous. 10pm lights out/shutting common areas is ridiculous. Uncomfortable mattresses.

7.0

Aug 2022

Good

Ocean view on room

Room was extremely expensive for being a hostel. I paid $550 for one night and the room only had beds and a bathroom which is quite expensive for the limited amenities

7.0

May 2022

Good location, pleasant stay

Whalers on the point is in a great location, within walking distance to everything you need and a short drive to local beaches. The room was comfortable and there was a fully equipped kitchen with everything you needed and you could enjoy your breakfast in the morning overlooking the beautiful bay.

Anyone driving just needs to be aware that they will charge you to park your car here, and they were quite adamant that everyone had to have their own designated parking space so we all had to play musical cars on day one. We booked this accommodation with the impression that it was a guest house but it was more of a hostel. We were extremely surprised to find out that there were only a couple of other travellers staying as the accommodation was mostly booked up with a school group- and we thought our school days were over 10 years ago! Although they were relatively well behaved they seemed mostly unsupervised and did make some noise in the evenings/early morning. Customer service wasn't the best as the lady on check out was quite rude to us and we also witnessed her being rude to another member of staff.

8.0

May 2022

Very good

The view from the common area. The patio. The cleanliness

4.0

May 2022

Disappointing

The late check in at 5pm and really slow check out to get your deposit back

5.0

Apr 2022

Passable

Nice living room

The bed was terrible. Not enough parking. The hostel is not well situated in Tofino. It's as expensive as a normal hotel but without the comfort.

9.0

Apr 2022

had many miles to go before I slept, it did the trick.

The location is superb, accommodations were cheap and cheerful, staff had their stuff together. As a broke university student, I give whalers on the point 10 outta 10. Keep it 100 guys, COME VISIT TOFINO!

YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR

9.0

Apr 2022

Superb

The place and the facilities. Everything was clean, the kitchen was well equipped and the views were nice.

Is far away from the beaches if you don't a car. But if you rent a bike you can make it to the beaches.

10.0

Apr 2022

great, clean , friendly place for good value to stay

great location , warm, inviting interior .Clean

nothing to say

8.0

Apr 2022

Very good

The kitchen

No private shower. Should have read more carefully.

5.0

Mar 2022

just ok

location only

the room washroom was not very clean nor it was spacious enough .

3.0

Mar 2022

Poor

We got in later and just slept and left in the morning

The person that checked us in, could have been much quicker and nicer, she seemed quite grumpy

9.0

Mar 2022

Great time there

Room really excellent : splendid view , confortable beds, space as we were only 2 in a room for 4 , location inside the center is also great , ability to cook and keep in fridge

personal could be more friendly - half of bathroom closed - a lot of "don't do that else you pay xxx"

10.0

Mar 2022

Exceptional

Had such an amazing stay at Whalers! Came during the slow season so they upgraded us free of charge because we were celebrating💛staff were lovely and very helpful. Only critique is that the pool table was out of commission but that I assume that is a covid precaution. Will be back!

10.0

Dec 2021

amazing experience

very laid back easy to deal with no regrets

everything was awesome

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Tofino?

The average price for a rental in Tofino is $287 per night. This rental is $189 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Whalers on the Point Guesthouse. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Whalers on the Point Guesthouse pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Whalers on the Point Guesthouse?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.

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Whalers on the Point Guesthouse

Hostel in Tofino

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Tofino

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Tofino?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is Whalers on the Point Guesthouse pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Whalers on the Point Guesthouse?

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