The Maq Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (364 reviews)
120 First Street, P.O. Box 340 , Tofino , ca

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Noise
Bugs in room
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.98
Clean and well-maintained, but issues with bugs reported.
Service
9.45
Staff was helpful and welcoming, enhancing the overall stay.
Location
9.49
Great location being close to all action without excess noise.
Room Quality
7.94
Rooms were comfortable but lacked some amenities, such as air-conditioning.
Amenities
7.47
Limited amenities like no elevator and poor sound insulation.
Value for Money
7.93
Price felt steep for the experience given the reported issues.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Good food options, but breakfast not included adds to cost.
Overall Experience
8.45
Had potential but impacted by noise and cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:52

Property Description

Stylish Accommodations:
Indulge in comfort and convenience at The Maq Hotel with rooms featuring cable TV, free WiFi, and cozy seating areas. Some rooms even offer a view of the harbour, providing a picturesque backdrop for your stay.

Entertainment and Dining:
Unwind at the on-site pub and liquor store, where you can enjoy a refreshing drink or attend weekly live music events. The vibrant atmosphere adds an exciting touch to your evenings, making your stay at The Maq Hotel truly memorable.

Explore the Outdoors:
Located in the heart of Tofino, guests can easily access a variety of outdoor activities nearby. Whether you prefer hiking, surfing, or simply soaking in the natural beauty, Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and Tofino Airport are just a short drive away.

Experience the best of Tofino at The Maq Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

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.

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

Property Policies

  • 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 16 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 364 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.98
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.49
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 7.47
Value for Money: 7.93
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Traci couple ca
9
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Gerry couple ca
10
Awesome staff! Great food!
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Virginia couple ca
8
2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
7
Easy, fun and affordable place to stay for a few days in Tofino.
Pros:

Great location. Simple, stylish interior.

Cons:

The bed was very soft. It would have been good to have a kettle in the bedroom.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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MALGORZATA couple ca
5
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Dan couple ca
7
Location is prime. Right downtown. the water. However, you have to take the good with the bad.
Pros:

The room appeared quite spacious in the ad but was much smaller. I would have liked to have a table but there was not enough room.

Cons:

Parking was insufficient for the number of guests, room was small, room was not cleaned, beds made or towels changed unless you ordered it.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Jason solo_traveller us
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Kayla couple ca
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Craig couple ca
5
Super loud, hostel feel, underwhelming.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

It was so loud - this hotel wasn’t dog friendly due to the noise at night. When we were there there was a surf party event in the hotel - we weren’t warned about this at the time of booking or prior to our stay and only told at check in. This meant the restaurant was closed that night (again, poorly communicated and we only found out it was closed on the night). The party went on upstairs until 10pm during which time, despite using the white noise machine, our dog got upset and we struggled due to it pouring with rain outside. After the party moved to the pub downstairs you could still hear / feel the bass until the party stopped.

More widely, the hotel has more of a boutique European hostel feel than a hotel - the noise added to this feeling, but the common areas, limited parking (made worse by the party) and the lack of tea and coffee making facilities all compounded to an underwhelming stay. Having now stayed in a few other places in a similar area, the cost felt extremely high for the stay.

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
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Charlotte couple gb
9
A super spot to spend a comfortable night in Tofino.
Pros:

Tofino is a small town so location felt less important than it may have in other places but The Maq was well located close to all the action but without excess noise from nearby establishments. The room and bathroom were clean and the bed was very comfortable. The staff was very helpful in organising a boat trip for us. The avocado toast from the cafe was absolutely delicious!

Cons:

The price felt a little steep considering breakfast wasn't included. The 'digital front desk' idea felt a little impersonal, though I should add we were greeted by a real human :) The parking lot is quite small so I imagine in high season parking may be challenging.

2025-10-24 via Nuitee
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Shauna extended_group ca
10
Pros:

Nice location, super cute place!

2025-10-19 via Nuitee
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Becka extended_group us
7
It was a cute place .
Pros:

It was located in a great spot .

Cons:

Not much storage and if it had been warm there is no airconditioning.

2025-10-16 via Nuitee
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Cassandra solo_traveller nl
8
2025-10-15 via Nuitee
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Nao couple ca
7
Pros:

Super close to the city in downtown tofino. Lots of parking. The cooler box feature was interesting instead of a fridge

Cons:

Thin walls

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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Marg couple au
8
Lovely and friendly staff, good location
Pros:

Location was good, staff very helpful

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
M
Marg couple au
9
2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Audrey couple au
10
2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
8
Loved Tofino, and MAQ was a great location and position.
Pros:

Breakfast sandwich was good. Our view and facilities very good.

Cons:

The entrance to the hotel is up a fairly long flight of steps. All the rooms are then up another staircase to the second floor, and there is no elevator. We are both over 70 and so slightly struggled to get our heavy cases to the room. There were no hotel staff to help; so I would not recommend the hotel for older people or anyone with mobility issues.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
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Shirley couple ca
7
2025-10-04 via Nuitee
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Mel couple au
7
Pros:

Amazing location, easy parking (shoulder season), clean.

Cons:

Bed advertised as queen but was double mattress on queen frame. Information about noise from downstairs detailed in post-booking message but not before. In our case, the music was off at 10pm, and on again at 7:30am. Esky with ice available downstairs - clever but a pain to empty once melted.

2025-10-04 via Nuitee