The Orca Inn

Property class: 2

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A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with bottles and glasses.
A band performing in a cozy venue with wooden walls, a bar area, and patrons seated at tables.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, a toaster, and a kettle.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, TV stand, and a window with a view of a lake and mountains.
A marina with numerous boats docked along a pier, surrounded by a forested hillside.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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291 Fir Street, Alert Bay, BC, V0N1A0
  • Place, 'Namgis Original Burial Grounds
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alert Bay Visitor Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Alert Bay Ecological Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Port Hardy, BC (YZT)
    ‪104 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Suite, Ensuite, Ocean View (3 Bedroom Suite)

  • Ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite, Ocean View (Queen Room Oceanview)

  • Ocean view
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Apartment, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (One Bedroom Suite Oceanvi)

  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom (One Bedroom Suite Garden )

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Family Suite)

  • Ocean view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Alert Bay

Located within a 5-minute walk of 'Namgis Original Burial Grounds, The Orca Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Alert Bay Visitor Centre. This 7-room inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • 'Namgis Original Burial Grounds - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alert Bay Visitor Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Alert Bay Ecological Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • U'mista Cultural Centre - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • World's Tallest Totem Pole - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Port McNeill, BC (YMP) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Killer Whale Cafe - ‬97 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Old Saltery Pub - ‬97 min drive
  • ‪Tina Turner's - ‬86 min drive
  • ‪Coho Joe Cafe - ‬56 min drive

About this property

The Orca Inn

Guests of The Orca Inn enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to The Orca Inn?

This inn is located in Alert Bay, just steps from 'Namgis Original Burial Grounds. You'll also find Alert Bay Ferry Terminal and Alert Bay Ecological Park less than a mile away.

Does The Orca Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Orca Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Orca Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Does The Orca Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Orca Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Where is the closest airport to The Orca Inn?

The closest major airport to The Orca Inn is Port McNeill, BC (YMP), which is 11.5 mi away (76 minutes by car). Another top airport is Greenway Sound, BC (YGN), which is around 18.8 mi away.

The Orca Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Host is very friendly and helpful, room was clean, nice to have an ocean view. Walking distance from the ferry dock. There is an excellent little restaurant in the building (limited days/hours). Overall good value for the rate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026