Highliner Hotel

Hotels
Aquilini
7 (331 reviews)
815 First Avenue West , Prince Rupert , ca

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Top notch everything
Good variety at breakfast
Ocean view
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room maintenance problems
Overpriced for quality

Categories

Cleanliness
5.25
Multiple complaints about the cleanliness of rooms and presence of bugs.
Service
8.75
Staff at breakfast were friendly and efficient, suggesting standard service quality.
Location
8.25
Conveniently located close to BC Ferries, but some reviews indicated difficulty finding the hotel.
Room Quality
5.75
Issues with room maintenance, including broken fixtures and complaints about bedbugs.
Amenities
7.75
Free parking and a good ocean view mentioned positively, despite complaints about AC.
Value for Money
6.25
Guests described the stay as overpriced for the amenities and condition of the hotel.
Food and Beverage
6.75
Breakfast was good but the dining area was drab, and poor service noted when food was gone.
Overall Experience
7.25
Target overall rating based on mixed reviews highlighting both positive and negative aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-30 21:40

Property Description

Ocean and Mountain Views
Experience breathtaking views from every room overlooking the ocean or mountains. Enjoy the serene beauty of nature right from your private balcony.

On-Site Dining and Amenities
Indulge in delicious local cuisine at the First Avenue Bistro, open all day for your convenience. Take advantage of the on-site gym, sewing shop, and car rental services for a hassle-free stay.

Convenient Location
Located in downtown Prince Rupert, just a stone's throw away from the waterfront, the Highliner Plaza offers easy access to the Prince Rupert Performing Arts Center and Alaska Ferry Terminals. Explore nearby shops and restaurants within walking distance.

Book your stay at the Hotel Highliner Plaza now for a memorable and convenient experience.

Important information:

Please note, a pre-authorization is required when using a credit card. This amount does not include the tax and it is fully refundable upon check-out.

Please note, children cannot eat for free unless extra person charge is paid for.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 331 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.25
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.25
Room Quality: 5.75
Amenities: 7.75
Value for Money: 6.25
Food and Beverage: 6.75
Overall Experience: 7.25
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Annegret couple de
8
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Reva solo_traveller ca
7
Good location and Helpful Reception
Pros:

If come by Air Canada plane, bus shuttle from airport drops off luggage basically next to Highliner hotel. Very convenient. Receptionist very helpful. Walked to sidewalk with me to show me how to get to Save on Foods (about 10-15 minute walk and also Shoppers Drug Mart close by). New clean bathroom. Had microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker. $12.50 by taxi including tax to rail station. Gave me free buffet breakfast, not great but free is very good and I liked the oatmeal. Room quiet.

Cons:

Big closet with 8 hangers but no drawers at all. Table with lower shelf beside bed. Finding Reception could be confusing. Big room so had to give me additional heater to heat it. Did provide enough heat. Also refrigerator not plugged in. When I complained refrigerator not on, they plugged it in but why not plug it in 1 or 2 hours before I get there. Not enough lights. No safety deposit box.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Madylen couple ca
1
Would not recommend staying here.
Pros:

It was close to everything.

Cons:

The rooms were not clean and smelt like stale pee. We woke up in the middle of the night to a mouse running around on the ground. Keep in mind we were staying on floor 8. We informed reception and they didn’t do anything at all just said “sorry about that” and that was it. Our room had no AC so it got quite muggy inside. The towels were stained and shower curtain was moldy

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Swansborough extended_group ca
7
It absolutely served it purpose when stopping for a night between ferries, in general it was good.
Pros:

the fact the hotel is undergoing upgrades that are needed, the restaurant was great for breakfast, a $10.00 discount was offered on the meal, food was very good.

Cons:

parking was an issue, the front desk advised parking on the yellow areas would be towed, suggested across the street in the open dirt road (not theirs) but said it'd be OK. the room had been updated, however, the chair broke when sat on, the sliding patio door was nearly impossible to open. it was off the beaten track a little so going out in the evening felt a little uncomfortable.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Leeann solo_traveller ca
3
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Alberto couple mx
9
Good location, clean, quiet and friendly
Pros:

Staff is nice and welcoming

Cons:

Limited parking space

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Matt solo_traveller ca
8
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Jane couple nz
6
Ok stay
Pros:

Good location. A washing machine was in the room.

Cons:

No cooling in the room so we had to open the door going onto the deck. But then we had road noise.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Ryan couple ca
5
Meh
Pros:

Height, views, location

Cons:

Feels decrepit

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Eveline solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Philana solo_traveller ca
8
Cons:

Towel rods in the bathroom

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Heather couple ca
10
Front desk is super friendly :)
Pros:

Perfect location especially with sea view it had best view for sunsets, was comfortable and cozy for the week, if you need the get away book here :)
I added some pictures of sunsets i took

Cons:

Room was kinda cold at night but its okay,

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Amber solo_traveller be
9
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Ronald couple ca
7
2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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Doreen solo_traveller ca
10
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Edgerton couple ca
7
Pros:

Did not try the breakfast

Cons:

TV too small

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Connie couple ca
9
Quick stay in Rupert
Pros:

Clean spacious rooms

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Cody solo_traveller ca
10
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Duane family_with_children ca
10
Cons:

Didn't really get why damage deposit was taken twice. First night when I checked into a single bed, then 2nd night when I switched to a room with 2 beds.

2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Duane solo_traveller ca
10
2026-03-28 via Nuitee