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Swept Away Inn

2.5 star property
Beach houseboat near Harbour Quay

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Terrace/patio
Double Room with Sea View
Double Room with Sea View

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

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5505 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y1T6
  • Harbour Quay
    1 min walk
  • Alberni Pacific Railway
    5 min walk
  • Maritime Discovery Centre
    7 min walk
  • Port Alberni, BC (YPB)
    8 min drive

Room options

Exclusive Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room with Sea View

Double Room with Sea View

  • Studio
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Exclusive Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Port Alberni

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Port Alberni houseboat, you'll be steps from Harbour Quay and a 5-minute walk from Alberni Pacific Railway. Also, Rollin Art Centre Gallery is within 2 miles (3 km) and Cathedral Grove is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Harbour Quay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Alberni Pacific Railway - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Cathedral Grove - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park - 82 min drive - 71.9 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dog Mountain Brewing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port Alberni Pizza Factory - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Swept Away Inn

Beach houseboat near Harbour Quay
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area are also featured at Swept Away Inn. Self parking is free.

This Port Alberni houseboat is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Swept Away Inn offers 7 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. This Port Alberni houseboat provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

Arabic, English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Restaurants on site

  • Swept Away Inn

Dining

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM–9:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bottled water
  • ATM/banking services
  • 24-hour front desk

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Rowing/canoeing on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • 7 rooms
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 200.00 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Swept Away Inn.

Property is also known as

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Swept Away Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 97 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was spectacular, we saw dozens of bald eagles on the water and the trees around the property. I was unable to read at bedtime because the light was not working so the only light was the overhead one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linka

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great experience! By far one of the most unique stays Ive done. Super friendly hosts. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fun and unique option for accommodation in Port Alberni.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne L

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Gregory A

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

cathy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mario

Travelled with group
Disliked: Room comfort
Very deceiving description!
I felt so uncomfortable being there. Nothing as indicated on hotels.com website is how the property actually was. It was not mentioned that you would have to shower a bathroom and shower with guests in 5 other rooms. The rooms were tiny with no AC and some of the most uncomfortable bunk beds I ever stayed on. The doors have no locks. The hosts ask you to go to your room at 1030 and not make any noise. I had to leave as I felt super uncomfortable especially with half naked people going from shower to rooms and since doors can’t be locked or closed everything was visible. On top of it town closes at 7pm with nothing to do afterwards plus highway is closed for next few years making it impossible to access property. Booked two nights asked owner for a refund of 2nd night and he said I had to discuss with Expedia and then he pulled out his machine to charge me. Extremely disappointed with this property as nothing from website is realistic of property. They offer breakfast so we mentioned we were leaving early just to get on highway before they closed and never offered anything to bring with us.
Tiny room with bunk beds
Window with no screen that is only form of air in room.
Tiny common area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Being on a converted minesweeper with moroccan touches
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Tug boat is such a neat experience to try, with amazing food and cute cabins to stay in. Daniel and Bouchra are outstanding chefs, and very accommodating. If you have any motion sickness, this is not the adventure for you. Even docked, I did not have the sea legs for this lovely boat. My husband and son did very much enjoy the stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We were made to feel right at home form the first time we stepped onboard. Daniel and Bouchra are friendly and gracious hosts. We enjoyed a relaxing evening and a excellent breakfast. A complete experience we strongly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t expect luxury, it’s not a cruise ship. was totally fun, the food was amazing, and it’s birthed in the most interesting part of town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, in every way. Great dining experience. Wonderful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bouchra and Daniel were amazing hosts. Staying on a tugboat was quite the experience. It was well decorated, clean and welcoming. Breakfast was delicious! We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. Fantastic dinner and breakfast. Wonderful hosts. Truly unique and excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably in the top 10 of unique lodgings in western Canada. 2nd visit, this time I brought my 70 yr old mother. She loved it. Leave your 5star hotel comfort and yacht expectations behind for this 100 yr old Tug boat. Rooms are as pictured.. tiny and not a lot of space. Shower and toilets are clean and shared. Breakfast is deliciously local produce and unique. The hosts are gracious, accommodating and eager to make your stay comfortable. I wouldn’t hesitate to come back for a third stay and you shouldn’t hesitate to experience it for yourself. Re: the review from Elaine.. this reads like someone who had unrealistic expectations, constructed a fantasy in her head and failed to review any info of the accommodations. When she discovered her fantasy was not matched with reality, instead of adjusting her expectations she took it out on the hosts. Having stayed numerous times, I find her review ridiculous, petulant and absurd.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Elaine

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not recommend it!! Upon arrival our lady host was full of attitude. The property was poorly kept up. The room itself was very small, no room for our luggage. Beds were were more for children. We were suppose to have dinner, no dinner. Not enough booked, so they canceled n never told us. When asked, she said take it up with her husband. It was very disappointing. We were looking so forward to the whole dinner n drinks n sleeping on the Tug boat. Just a whole disappointment. We stayed at another hotel last minute. We could not get our refund back, cause of that day of cancelation. Which I believe swept Away didn't live up, with what n how they advertise. We should of gotten a refund or half of it back. I would not recommend, this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was the highlight of our mother-daughter trip to the Island! She’ll always remember the time we slept on a boat. Hosts were lovely - that unique combination of warm/welcoming and yet professional… gave us plenty of space for quiet reflection on the deck. And what a beautiful view of the harbour from there! Other guests were quiet, it’s not a party boat, which suited me fine. The hosts also pull the steps in and lock the gate at night, which made me feel that my teen daughter and I were safe while sleeping. Before our stay I was worried a houseboat would rock too much as I’m prone to motion sickness, but it barely moved. I was also worried that I would barely sleep on a boat bunk, but the bed was so comfortable, I slept like a log. Coffee was ready when I got up, breakfast was home-made and delicious. They even accommodated my need for gluten-free, which was a pleasant surprise. I would absolutely recommend the Swept Away Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Everything was good until it was time to pay, i was charged more than i was supposed to pay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a 100 foot completely renovated tugboat. Absolutely gorgeous! The owners are amazing people and so down to earth. Talking with them is like enjoying speaking with friends you've known for years
Stayed 1 night in May 2022