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Swept Away Inn

2.5 star property
Beach houseboat with restaurant, near Harbour Quay
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Terrace/patio
Double Room with Sea View
Free daily full breakfast
Double Room with Sea View

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Rowing/canoeing

Feel at home (4)

  • Terrace
  • Bath or shower
  • Free self-parking
  • Hairdryer

Room options

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Exclusive Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Double Room with Sea View

Double Room with Sea View

Highlights

Heating
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
  • Studio
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Exclusive Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi
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8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (810)
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
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About the area

Map
5505 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y1T6

What's nearby

  • Harbour Quay - 1 min walk
  • Alberni Pacific Railway - 5 min walk
  • Cathedral Grove - 8 min drive
  • MacMillan Provincial Park - 21 min drive
  • Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park - 82 min drive

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

Swept Away Inn is a great choice for a stay in Port Alberni. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Swept Away Inn, which serves Moroccan cuisine. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a terrace.

Languages

Arabic, English, French

At a glance

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 15
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

  • Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lifts
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Rowing/canoeing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • 7 rooms
  • Property does not allow children

Special features

Dining

Swept Away Inn – This restaurant specialises in Moroccan cuisine. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: CAD 200.00 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Cleaning fee: CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Swept Away Inn Port Alberni
Swept Away Inn
Swept Away Port Alberni
Swept Away Inn Houseboat
Swept Away Inn Port Alberni
Swept Away Inn Houseboat Port Alberni

Frequently asked questions

Does Swept Away Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Swept Away Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Swept Away Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Swept Away Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Swept Away Inn?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Swept Away Inn and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as rowing. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Swept Away Inn also has a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Swept Away Inn?
Yes, Swept Away Inn offers Moroccan cuisine.
What's the area around Swept Away Inn like?
Swept Away Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Alberni Pacific Railway and 10 minutes' walk from Alberni Valley Museum.

Swept Away Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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 Exceptional

My friend and i could not have been more pleased with our visit to Swept Away. We met some terrific people and made long term friendships with two of them. What more could we ask. Thank you.
Melinda, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What an amazing experience to sleep on a boat! Highly recommend staying here. The hosts are wonderful and the breakfast was delicious!
Geraldine, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

It was a nice quiet evening on a tug boat. Tight room but excellent breakfast and hosts
Michael, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic experience!
Leonard, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Esther, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Such a great experience! By far one of the most unique stays Ive done. Super friendly hosts. Highly recommended
Linka, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

This was a fun and unique option for accommodation in Port Alberni.
Catherine, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Anne L, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Gregory A, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dorothy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

cathy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

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.
Mario, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Being on a converted minesweeper with moroccan touches
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dayne, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jeff, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Benjamin, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, in every way. Great dining experience. Wonderful hosts.
Shelley, 1-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Leigh, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Linda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience. Fantastic dinner and breakfast. Wonderful hosts. Truly unique and excellent stay.
Gabriel, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jillian, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

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.
Elaine, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review