Tofino Paddlers Inn

Historic adults-only waterfront inn in Tofino

Accommodations

The Tofino Paddlers Inn offers rooms with sea views and carpeted floors, each equipped with a sofa bed. Guests share two bathrooms designed for up to six rooms, a setup noted for cleanliness and convenience. The inn restricts guests to ages 12 and older, creating a quiet atmosphere.

Facilities & Services

The Paddlers Inn provides a shared kitchen with full equipment for cooking, plus a sun terrace with outdoor furniture. Board games and puzzles are available for leisure, and the tour desk can arrange local excursions. Bicycle parking is provided, and the property has CCTV, smoke alarms, and key access for security.

Dining & Coffee

The on-site coffee house, Harborview Coffee, serves barista drinks and offers a 10% discount to inn guests. Free drip coffee is available daily, and the deck provides seating with ocean views. A snack bar is also located on the premises.

Location

Tofino Paddlers Inn sits steps from Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base and is a 14-minute walk from Tonquin Beach. Radar Hill is 6 miles away, while Ucluelet Aquarium and Huu-Mees-Ma-As Native Art Gallery are each 25 miles from the inn. Downtown Tofino's restaurants and shops are within walking distance, though there is no on-site parking (paid street parking operates 9am-6pm).

History & Character

Built in 1920, the Tofino Paddlers Inn is the oldest hotel in Tofino, retaining historic architecture and decor. The building houses a deck with waterfront views where guests watch sunsets and occasionally spot otters. Discounts on sea kayaking tours from Tofino Sea Kayaking, located downstairs, are available to guests.

• Accommodations: Rooms with sea views and shared bathrooms
• Dining: Free drip coffee from Harborview Coffee
• History: Oldest hotel in Tofino, built 1920
• Location: Steps from Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base
• Activities: Discounts on sea kayaking tours
• Parking: Paid street parking only

License number: 20240525