Chims Motel is offering accommodations in Port Alberni. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The guest house offers mountain views, a sun terrace, and free Wifi is available throughout the property. Accommodation is equipped with air conditioning and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, 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 Nanaimo Harbor Water Airdrome, 54 miles from the guest house, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.5
Location
8.9
High score for Port Alberni
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  • 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...
  • Emily
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful interior — high quality ceilings, floors, wood trim etc. and notably nice lighting Has all the cooking appliances and utensils you might need Comfortable bed Glazed windows where needed
  • Bruce
    United States of America United States of America
    We liked everything about this place. The tiny houses are new and shiny inside, I mean absolutely spotless. Full set of appliances, including a clothes washer/dryer! (We stayed in the Studio unit.) Full size refrig/freezer. Private outdoor...

Managed by Chims Motel

Company review score: 10Based on 11 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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 info

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 :)

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

Amenities of Chims Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • 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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Private check-in/out
    • Express check-in/out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've 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 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Available 24 hours

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's 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
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    License number: 11210003

    FAQs about Chims Motel

    • Room options at Chims Motel include:

      • Double

    • The prices at Chims Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

      • Check-in at Chims Motel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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