Chims Motel

6890 A Pacific Rim Highway, V9Y 8Y3 Port Alberni, Canada – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.0/10! <small>(score from <b>10</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
10 reviews
a kitchen with a couch and a kitchen with a counter at Chims Motel in Port Alberni
a kitchen and living room with a couch at Chims Motel in Port Alberni
a parking lot with three garages in a parking lot at Chims Motel in Port Alberni
a bedroom with a ceiling fan and a bed at Chims Motel in Port Alberni
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Chims Motel

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Chims Motel provides rooms in Port Alberni. Featuring full-day security, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The guest house offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Each unit is fitted with a patio offering mountain views, a satellite flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, the units have bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Tofino/Long Beach, 102 km from the guest house, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.0
High score for Port Alberni
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  • Ryan
    United States United States
    “It was amazing! It feels like your own little house. I would recommend Chims guest house to anyone who wants to stay some place very nice, that feels like a home away from home. Staff/Owner was every nice, she told us places to see and eat on our...”
  • Jez
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Excellent “tiny house” accommodation. We found ourselves needing an extra stopover due to roadworks and this was perfect. Very good accommodation, clean, well equipped. Host couldn’t have been more helpful. Totally recommended”
  • Andrea
    Canada Canada
    “Really friendly owners. The unit was spotless and the kitchen was well-stocked with utensils, pots and pans and dishes. Comfy bedding and nice towels. Great location. Close to everything - Sproat Lake, Maclean Mill, restaurants and 1.5 hours to...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Chims Motel

Company review score: 10Based on 10 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Stay Here, Travel There! Chims Motel opened in July 2018 with it's first guest house (like a cabin but owners live onsite). In 2020 the Bear Studio House was built, 2021 the 3 RV Sites were built, in 2022 the addition of 2 Mint Tiny House Company Park Models (10ft Wide), and the 3rd and final tiny home in August 2023. Enjoy any one (1) of our five (5) detached accommodation units that all have full size kitchen with fridge and stove/cooktop. Beautifully Designed by General Manager and Host Naomi Nicholson, you will love the additional features such as night lights as part of your stay. Ed and Naomi Nicholson were the general contractors for the property and won awards such as the Vancouver Island Real Estate's Building Awards (2nd Place in 2022) and 2023 BE Awards in the Hospitality Division. They love hosting guests along with their 2 dogs, Reina the Rottie and Chims the Black Lab.

Property information

Chims Motel has 5 Guest Houses and Host Residence located in Port Alberni on route to Tofino, BC. We are the last accommodations in Port Alberni. We have the biggest and newest rooms all with full size kitchens. Stay Here, Travel There. Our views of Mount Arrowsmith and the Eagles and Ravens fly around and the Bears and Deer walk through the property in the evenings :)

Neighbourhood information

Chims Motel is located on Highway 4 on the edge of Port Alberni on route to Tofino. There are Bears, Deer, Eagles and Ravens that are around the area. There is no bus service and your own vehicle is needed. There are 7 Buildings on the Property; Chims Guest Houses' Original Bear Guest House, Bear Studio House, Hummingbird House, Eagle House, Raven House, Host Residence, and Cultural Building. The Tseshaht Market is 2 minutes away and has a great deli serving breakfast and lunch options

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Chims Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Chims Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 22:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    Available 24 hours

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Chims Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Chims Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    License number: 11210003

    FAQs about Chims Motel

    • Chims Motel is 3.1 miles from the centre of Port Alberni. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Chims Motel include:

      • Double

    • Chims Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at Chims Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Check-in at Chims Motel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.