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Riverside Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Port Alberni with free parking

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Located in the heart of a lively boardwalk, Riverside Motel offers a convenient base for exploration. Visitors appreciate in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage. The motel's barbecue grills provide a relaxing spot after a day of promenade adventures.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 481
SAR 584 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Kitchen 3 Bed Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Cottage A | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage A

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Kitchenette 2 Bed Suite | Private kitchenette | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Kitchenette 2 Bed Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Cottage B | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage B

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
5065 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y3Y9

What's nearby

  • Nuu-Chah-Nulth Whaling Canoe Sculpture - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Raptors Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stirling Off-leash Dog Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Petroglyphs at Sproat Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiffin Thai - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Riverside Motel

Motel near a boardwalk/promenade
Riverside Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Riverside Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and stovetops
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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SAR 444 total
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Riverside Motel Port Alberni
Riverside Port Alberni
Riverside Motel Motel
Riverside Motel Port Alberni
Riverside Motel Motel Port Alberni

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 20.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Motel?

As of 4 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Motel on 3 Muharram 2026 start from $155.58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Riverside Motel located?

Situated near a boardwalk/promenade, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Nuu-Chah-Nulth Whaling Canoe Sculpture and Raptors Centre. Stirling Off-leash Dog Park and Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Riverside Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 358 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 537 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing place to stay in Port Alberni!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pet friendly Staff nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of our favorite places to stay in Port Alberni, always clean and neat, staff are great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would definitely book this Motel again !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facilities, nice property and decor, easy access. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking along the boardwalk to the marina.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good choice for a short stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in experience was very pleasant. The room was very comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was nice to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, very clean, very quiet. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very nice with everything we needed. It’s a quick walk to the path that runs alongside the river & had multiple restaurants within walking distance. We will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place in Alberni to stay

The Riverside motel is by far my favorite place to stay. Rooms are very cozy, feels like home, beds are comfortable, staff is always friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised at how upscale this little motel is. It was spotless and has all the conveniences of a home away from home. Next time we are visiting Port Alberni I will be booking the Riverside Motel without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The best place I have stayed in in a long time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sangeeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here! It was quiet, clean and the beds were comfortable. The staff were super kind and helpful as well. Anytime we needed their support, they were quick to help :) Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fine accommodation with barbecue and covered pavilion
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than expected. The room was clean. The staff were all friendly and quick to answer any questions we may have had. Parking is a little tight. We will stay here again and let our friends know...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Clean rooms, comfy beds. Quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little motel with great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner operators do an amazing job running this motel. Super clean, full fridge/freezer for storing groceries prior to next leg of trip up the Alberni Inlet, super flexible, and great parking for truck and boat trailer. Thank you so much for your hospitality!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Britton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms with comfortable beds with a good location. Love the roses on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Setareh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Amenities
Such a cute motel. Wish we could stay longer
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TANYA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

awesome stay

I Loved this place. Cute updated and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025