Sointula

The Oceanfront Hotel

Travelzoo Staff

Why We Love It

  • Malcolm Island was listed as one of "Canada's Best Island Getaways" by Canadian Geographic Travel magazine in 2017
  • Earns 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor -- reviewers praise the down-to-earth vibe
  • The hotel is right on the beach and has panoramic sea views -- some rooms have private balconies overlooking the water
  • It's 100 metres from the ferry terminal; Port McNeil is a 30-minute ferry ride away

100%
Enjoyed This
(9 Member Ratings)
"The view and the atmosphere of the island."
Karin
26. Jun 2018
Calgary, AB, Canada

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Map & Directions

From Nanaimo, it's approximately a 4.5-hour drive to Port McNeil where you can catch the ferry to Malcolm Island -- the ferry ride is approximately 30-minutes.

Rooms & Rates

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Overview

Off the beaten path on Malcolm Island is the village of Sointula -- Finnish for “place of harmony.” The charming seaside town was founded in the early 1900s by settlers from Finland and has been drawing visitors seeking to experience the pleasures of village life for decades. A short walk from the ferry terminal sits Oceanfront Hotel, a no-fuss, 20-room property with 140 feet of lowbank waterfront overlooking the Broughton Strait off North Vancouver Island. Here, guests will appreciate the homey atmosphere, quiet lifestyle and even free bike rentals for exploring the historic town. There are plenty of trails to tour -- many along the coast, where whales are regularly spotted.

Some of the hotel’s modestly designed rooms give way to the real showstopper – the panoramic water views. These rooms have private balconies with intimate seating overlooking the Strait; perfect for sinking into island life. Families can spread out in some of the more expansive rooms and suites with kitchenettes, and guests are free to utilize the shared kitchen on site. For those who don’t wish to disconnect completely, each room has free Wi-Fi.

To get the full North Island experience, be sure to check out the U'mista Cultural Centre and Sointula Museum, and ask the Oceanfront Hotel team members about taking the ferry to what Lonely Planet calls the “highly photogenic” Alert Bay – the hotel staff has some great local tips.

Amenities

General

  • Bar
  • Extra beds / roll away beds
  • Pet-friendly
  • 100% smoke-free
  • No elevator / lift

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge service
  • ATM

Room amenities Individual heating in each room.

  • Coffee / tea-making facilities
  • Fridge
  • Kitchenette in some rooms
  • Outdoor space for some rooms

Internet

  • Complimentary Internet access
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout

Bathroom

  • Bathtub (in some rooms)
  • Bathtub or shower

Parking

  • Complimentary parking

Accessibility 1 room offers Accessible features.

  • Accessible bathroom in some rooms
  • Accessible parking
  • ADA compliant rooms
  • Wheelchair accessible

Please note: Some amenities may not be available in all rooms and some amenities or services incur an additional charge and are subject to change. Please check with the hotel directly.

Policies

Check-in: Standard Time is 2pm.

Checkout: Standard Time is 11am.

Children and additional guests: Children 12 or under stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
Extra bed available upon request: C$20 inclusive of tax, per night.

Cribs are not available.
Extra beds for children are free.
Children over 12 and the 3rd / 4th adult is charged CAD$10 per person per night in an extra bed.
Charges will be added to your bill at the hotel.

Pets: Pets are allowed on request: C$25 inclusive of tax, per stay.

Cancellation: Cancellation policy & booking conditions vary by 'rate plan'. These will be displayed on the payment page after you have searched for your dates and selected a rate.

Have a Question? Contact Travelzoo.

Customer Service available Mon-Sun, 8am-6pm AET

Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.

100%
Enjoyed This
(9 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for Oceanfront Hotel over the past 15 months.
4.1 Ambiance
4.9 Location
4.0 Rooms
4.0 Quality of Service
4.5 Value for the Money
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Enjoyed Most
The ambiance
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It’s like stepping back in time. They shouldn’t change a thing. We love going there.
Gordon 27. Jun 2018 Qualicum Beach, BC, Canada
Enjoyed Most
The view and the atmosphere of the island.
Karin 26. Jun 2018 Calgary, AB, Canada
Enjoyed Most
the view and location
Edith 22. May 2018 Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Enjoyed Most
The room balcony overlooking the water.
Other Comments
It was a really quiet experience. We felt comfortable there. We were told the rooms are due for renovations and it is noticeable especially in the bathroom; no safety features on the tub and no electrical for hair or shaving etc. The room was very clean and the use of a shared kitchen was great. Staff was very kind and helpful.
Heinz 07. May 2018 Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Enjoyed Most
We had access to everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable.
Randy 17. Jun 2018 Victoria, BC, Canada
Enjoyed Most
The location with balcony on the beach.
Other Comments
The pub food was poor cooked from packets & the hotel could do with some TLC .
alan 26. May 2018 Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Other Comments
The room was comfortable with all amenities including a common well-equipped kitchen. The view from the deck was fabulous.
Thomas 26. Apr 2018 Parksville, BC, Canada
Enjoyed Most
Our hosts Ray and Robin and the location/setting
Craig 03. May 2018 Hornby Island, BC, Canada

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