The Sitka Suite at Gordie's | Authentic Alert Bay Hub
Summary
Experience the authentic heart of Alert Bay from The Sitka Suite, your perfectly located waterfront home base. Situated on the ground floor of the historic site of Gordie's Inn & Suites, this lodging offers simple comforts, rustic charm, and an unbeatable location. Gaze out your window at the life on the Johnstone Strait, then step outside and find yourself just minutes from the village's main shops, restaurants, and scenic boardwalk.
Named for the majestic Sitka Spruce, this suite is a cozy and humble anchor for your island adventures. As proud local hosts, we are continually making improvements to ensure our guests have a comfortable and memorable stay. If you're looking for an authentically local home base to explore from, The Sitka Suite is for you.
The Space
The Sitka Suite offers a clean, cozy, and functional space for your visit.
LIVING AREA: The main room features a comfortable armchair for relaxing after a day of exploration, a Smart TV for streaming your favourite shows, and a large windows to look out towards the ocean or the Village centre. (Please note: We have a double bed in the living room to accommodate larger groups, but we are excited to be adding a brand new, comfortable sofa-bed in the coming weeks to provide additional living room space during the day, and extra sleeping space during the night.)
WELL-EQUIPPED KITCHENETTE: While not a full kitchen, the kitchenette is thoughtfully equipped with modern conveniences for preparing simple meals. The grocer is not much more than a hop-skip-and-a-jump distance away. The kitchenette includes a medium-sized fridge, microwave, toaster, dual conduction burners, and a versatile air fryer/convection oven. All the necessary cookware, dishes, and utensils are provided.
BEDROOM: Rest peacefully in a cozy queen bed appointed with clean, quality linens. The secondary bed is in the living room.
BATHROOM: A full, clean bathroom with a shower and tub awaits. We provide quality towels, soap, shampoo, and conditioner for your convenience.
Guest Access & Amenities
KEY AMENITIES: High-Speed Wi-Fi, heating, free on-site parking for one vehicle.
KITCHENETTE: Medium-fridge, dual conduction burners, air fryer/convection oven, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, kettle, cookware.
ENTERTAINMENT: Roku Smart TV
BED & BATH: 1 Queen bed, 1 double bed, all towels provided, essential toiletries.
The Location: The True Heart of the Village
Gordie's Inn & Suites boasts one of the most convenient locations in Alert Bay. Park your car and explore everything on foot!
Restaurants & Shops: Less than 5-minute walk to the Shop Rite General Store and local restaurants like the Orca, Nimpkish, and Bayside Restaurants.
Waterfront Boardwalk: Literally across the street from your suite.
Alert Bay Ecological Park (Gator Gardens): A 15-minute walk up the hill to kilometres of hiking in beautiful forest trails.
U'mista Cultural Centre: A beautiful, scenic 20-minute walk along the coast.
World's Tallest Totem Pole: A 25-minute scenic walk through the heart of the community.
About Your Hosts & Gordie's Legacy
Gordie's Inn & Suites is a local family-run property, named in honour of Jenna's late grandfather, Gordon "Gordie" Peterson. A former Mayor and pillar of the community, Gordie was raised on this very property. As hosts with deep roots in the 'Namgis and Kwakwa̱ka̱'wakw communities, we (Joe and Jenna) are proud to continue his legacy of service and welcome you to the island we call home.
Other Things to Note
Please note that the former restaurant space above your suite is now used as a quiet office space, so you can expect a peaceful evening environment during your stay, while you enjoy the sunset over your ocean views. This suite offers a comfortable home base to explore what Cormorant Island has to offer.
