Sunset Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Port Alberni with free parking

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Sunset Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Port Alberni is home to Sunset Motel. Alberni Pacific Railway and Maritime Discovery Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink and Raptors Centre.
Map
3611 McIntyre Drive, Port Alberni, BC, v9y3s6

What's nearby

  • West Coast General Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dry Creek Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rollin Art Centre Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Alberni Pacific Railway - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiffin Thai - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dog Mountain Brewing - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sunset Motel

Property highlights
Sunset Motel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
Room features
All guestrooms at Sunset Motel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: CAD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 10.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 20

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 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Sunset Motel Port Alberni
Sunset Port Alberni
Sunset Motel Motel
Sunset Motel Port Alberni
Sunset Motel Motel Port Alberni

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, Sunset Motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 10.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sunset Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for CAD 20.

Where is Sunset Motel located?

Situated in Port Alberni, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Kiwanis Park and West Coast General Hospital. Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink and Dry Creek Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Sunset Motel Reviews

6.0

5.6

Cleanliness

6.8

Location

6.6

Staff & service

5.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 184 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Fred

Liked: Room comfort
The AC much appreciated, also the beds were most comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Raeya

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Super cute and convient location, door didn’t close properly, and the room was a bit messy but all around great place to crash for a weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a good place to stay i would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Makarand

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location is good. The property had a musty smell as we entered the room. The carpet had a damp feel. The beds were in good shape. Towels were clean. If the property has a clean paint and carpet replaced, it will be a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard ballantyne tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here when I visit port Alberni Great guy and good prices
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Elaine

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was grateful to have a roof over my head on short notice over a high demand period that accepted pets. I am sure this place was once a very nice destination (probably 50-60 years ago). However, it was not well-maintained and the room was shabby. Credit for clean linens on the bed. Towels well past their usefulness - time to turn them into car rags. No recommendation from me.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man who checked us in was very friendly helped us with checking in and was very kind. Assisted us. The suite was good. We had a kitchenette, bathroom, living room with all the pots/pans, dishes. We bought paper towels, regular size soap and shampoo as we were there for 10 days. We swapped out the towels for more new clean ones after a few days. We had everything we needed. If your looking for a squeeky clean, new updated place this is not your stay. The beds and linens were clean but the motel room is older. If your looking for a quick and easy room for cheap this is the spot ..we traveled to nanaimo, ladysmith, tofino easily and its in a great spot near restaurants gas stations, tims, save on foods. It did the job for 10 days. The motel is attached to a trailer park which is fine, but be aware of your surroundings at night as there is some colorful charachters at night in the area. I would stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Amiee

Disliked: Staff & service
The host was not very polite and seemed in a big hurry to check out for the day. The bedroom was hot as A/C didnt reach the room. The bed was comfortable enough, but the suite looked straight out of the 70's. We were provided with enough clean towels and kitchen equipment and he was quick to replace the broken toaster. I'd never been to Port Alberni, but the neighborhood was older, but safe enough. The cost did not reflect the quality and I'd probably not return, unless I needed a quick rest stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A Very Poor Establishment

The motel was extremely old. There were electrical cords on the floor and strung on the walls. I would suggest detonate not renovate. Beds were comfortable. Internet access was extremely difficult and there were only 2 specific areas in the room you could get access - one of which required you to stand up. For the price, I would say NEVER stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mercedes

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would never stay here again. There was an awful urine and musty smell. Stains on the beds, flooring & bathroom. It looks like it gets a ten second tidy, aside from the towels, that were clean but smelt strongly of bleach. Location felt very unsafe. Thankfully the AC worked well for how hot it was. The “couch” is a futon bed and you can feel every spring. There is class everywhere, everything is unplugged because they want to avoid extra costs for running the utilities. Dishes were not cleaned properly, the fridge had a smell. Needless to say, I will never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Media

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The check in went smoothly. The beds were very comfortable. Various repairs, ie in the bathroom we’re not done properly however that did not affect the function
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Gina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Positives: Fairly clean, comfortable bed, heating was good especially during cold season, very affordable, staff member at reception was friendly, most kitchen appliances were useful. Negatives: Bad smell during the first day (with good ventilation and heating on, it went), shower did not work to begin with and when it did water was freezing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Howard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Old motel in bad neighborhood.

The owner/operator was challenging to communicate with both in person and by phone. Very old property with some maintenance so not completely run down but definitely not in good shape, in need of serious upgrades. Beds were reasonably comfortable, no offensive odors and we didn’t see any bugs so that was good. The trailer park behind the room was totally sketchy with people up and about all night long, although they didn’t make a lot of noise, it felt very unsafe. You must check in before 8pm and the office smells terrible. The pictures look better than real life. It would be worth a few more dollars to stay elsewhere, we will not return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Motel was close to the Hospital and great for a 3 day stay with a living room, full kitchen and separate bedroom. Quick check in and spacious room but it needs some serious cleaning( the microwave and some walls wiped down would be great) and updating. The beds were comfortable and we would return as it was a great price.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
PET friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

martha

Place was good for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Curtis Allister

Liked: Staff & service
Bathroom needs a complete makeover The rest of the area was satisfactory
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Benedict

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price? It's a bargain. I booked a standard room but in fact it had a fully equiped kitchen, living area with sofa and 42" flat screen tv, separate bedroom with tv. We booked extra nights.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

kathy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
needs a little up dating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very old hotel. Relatively clean. But it felt gross.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shubhkarm

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad Location, not safe and dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riya

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

cory

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would not stay here ever again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristina

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
If you have allergies this musty old dump hole is not for you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very much a trip back to the 70s, kind staff, and large suits but it definitely needs better cleaning services or a more regular deep cleaning. We didn't get lice or bedbugs lol so at that price a win is a win. All in all, If you're not too snotty or prissy and can't afford the $300+ per night else where this does just fine... Maybe bring your own pillow cases just to make yourself feel a bit better. :p
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025