Talbot Arm Motel

Hotels
7.8 (153 reviews)
1083 Alaska Hwy , Destruction Bay , ca

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Dirty walls
Outdated rooms
Missing amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.13
Mixed reviews regarding cleanliness; several mentions of issues like dirty walls and dust.
Service
8.6
Positive mentions of courteous staff and accommodating service.
Location
8.64
Consistently praised as a great location, convenient for travelers.
Room Quality
7.59
Some rooms are dated and have issues like old beds and broken items, but overall decent.
Amenities
7.12
Basic amenities were provided; some complaints about missing features like coffee in rooms.
Value for Money
7.58
Some reviews hint that the motel is overpriced for the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Generally good food, though some complaints about speed and choice.
Overall Experience
7.6
Mixed experience, with positive feedback on convenience but notable issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 23:17

Property Description

Convenient Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience with our 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and shared lounge.

Cosy Accommodation
Relax in our well-equipped rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and plush bedding.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day right with our delectable breakfast choices, from à la carte to Full English/Irish options.

Start your adventure by booking your stay at Talbot Arm Motel.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 153 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.13
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 7.12
Value for Money: 7.58
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 7.6
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WyattTraveler • couple • th
9
If you are in Destruction bay...
Pros:

Great staff

Cons:

Wifi was marginal.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Donna • extended_group • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The view was great. Service areas were really clean. This is a remote location, not a luxury motel but very clean.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Handy • couple • id
10
2025-11-21 • via Nuitee
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Darrell • couple • us
7
It was a great stop for the location
Pros:

It was warm, clean, and comfortable. The motel at a restaurant, Store, fuel station, and we were quite accommodating at meeting our needs.

Cons:

The beds need to be updated. Those mattresses are fine for one night, but I wouldn’t wanna spend much longer on them.

2025-11-05 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
8
After a long day driving - it was a welcome place to rest and fuel body and car
Pros:

Location and staff -

Cons:

Food was good, but given the remoteness it is somewhat understandable.

2025-10-17 • via Nuitee
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John • extended_group • ca
4
New owners, inexperienced staff( cooks). First appearance looks like no money put into wear and tear
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Lodge was originally part of my family

2025-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Jenaya • family
6
Pros:

I've stayed here in 2012, 2023 and most recently last week (October 2025). Between 2012 and 2023, the price only changed $5 to $10. However, between 2023 and 2025, it has gone up $50 per night, a steep increase.

While some cosmetic changes have been made to make it look more modern, the actual changes needed to command a $50 increase have not happened. The ceiling paint was peeling in the bathroom, and the toilet is leaking beneath the floor, causing disgusting colouration and looking in need of desperate repair.

However, the staff were very friendly and the food is great. Definitely recommend the mozza sticks as an appetizer.

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Kensuke • couple • ca
6
Cons:

Not clean room. The stuff not nice when I checked out

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Denise • partner
8
Pros:

Dated, but in good repair. Clean and the mattress and pillows were in good condition. Restaurant is our 7-9, we came in at 8.45 and were still able to get some items that didn't need the grill. On the ground floor, the room above was about around midnight. The noise wouldn't have been so annoying earlier. Left the next morning around 7 so i can't answer for breakfast. Pretty decent considering it's the main fair in a community of 55 people.

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • solo_traveller • us
8
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
7
2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Lana • family
8
Pros:

No carpet was nice. Very clean, hot water, convenience of microwave and fridge in the room, even cable tv. Pleasant surprise of accommodations in Destruction Bay s desolate area. Would stay there again.

2025-09-27 • via Nuitee
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Gregory • partner
8
Pros:

The staff was courteous and kind. Breakfast took a long time. We ordered at 7:20 a.m. and did not receive our food until 8:00. A.m.. probably best to not expect a quick meal at the same time as everyone else at 7:00. A.m..

2025-09-25 • via Nuitee
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Heather • family
8
Pros:

Safe quiet room to rest, late check in was easy. Woke to beautiful views the next day.

2025-09-23 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
8
This is in a convenient location and serves its clientele in a positive way.
Pros:

Ease of ‘checking in’. We were late b/c car trouble.

Cons:

No coffee in the room.

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Pavel • couple • cz
8
2025-09-10 • via Nuitee