Blue Marlin Inn
12 reviews 5022 Johnston Rd, Port Alberni, BC +1 778-421-3022 m.facebook.com/BlueMarlinInnArlingtonHotel suggest an edit
28 March 2022 22:39
Great little local bar. Small and not many t.v. S which is a bonus. Has a pool table. Really friendly and great service! Caesar was tasty!
17 October 2021 16:32
Great understanding caring staff. Room was awesome! There was a problem on my end with the payment through Airbnb and the staff was so patient with me all the way until I straightened it out.just amazin. Thanks again.
18 September 2021 15:31
Booked through AirBnB simple and easy. Building has that old feel to it but the room was completely modernised. Of our 4 day trek this was the best room. The building has a hostel vibe to it and the room was perfect for the price. The hotel is on the busy "interesection" ear plugs are supplied but not needed
02 March 2021 22:21
This is the only review I have ever written and I feel compelled to share my experience because it was so outstanding.
By a sequence of unusual circumstances I ended up staying here 8 months straight when we thought the world was ending one year ago. I had only intended to stay a short time but the hospitality, fantastic cooking, a caring and flexible staff kept me until I bought a house that is right near one of the staff members'. In addition to the excellent service they provide their customers, the staff have gone (very far) out of their way to support folks who live with disAbilities in the community who are navigating the current pandemic and associated restrictions. I would emphasize that they are doing so without virtue signaling on social media or painting a distorted or narcissistic veneer - so refreshing to see.
The Blue Marlin isn't the Empress or Hotel Vancouver and it is neither positioning itself nor attempting to present as such. It is however, what I would consider to be the "real deal" in terms of the good old fashioned without a hint of pretense. I loved every moment of it and would not hesitate to either return or send folks their way. I wish more places could be like the Blue Marlin and I hope they can keep the spirit alive as long as possible.
If you are one who values authenticity and seeks to support a business that is genuinely integrated and invested into the community then the Blue Marlin would be at the top of your list. Bottom line is that if we don't support qualities that engender businesses such as these, they won't last and being that ultimately we choose where to spend our money, the decision regarding what we want in our communities is solely up to us.
By a sequence of unusual circumstances I ended up staying here 8 months straight when we thought the world was ending one year ago. I had only intended to stay a short time but the hospitality, fantastic cooking, a caring and flexible staff kept me until I bought a house that is right near one of the staff members'. In addition to the excellent service they provide their customers, the staff have gone (very far) out of their way to support folks who live with disAbilities in the community who are navigating the current pandemic and associated restrictions. I would emphasize that they are doing so without virtue signaling on social media or painting a distorted or narcissistic veneer - so refreshing to see.
The Blue Marlin isn't the Empress or Hotel Vancouver and it is neither positioning itself nor attempting to present as such. It is however, what I would consider to be the "real deal" in terms of the good old fashioned without a hint of pretense. I loved every moment of it and would not hesitate to either return or send folks their way. I wish more places could be like the Blue Marlin and I hope they can keep the spirit alive as long as possible.
If you are one who values authenticity and seeks to support a business that is genuinely integrated and invested into the community then the Blue Marlin would be at the top of your list. Bottom line is that if we don't support qualities that engender businesses such as these, they won't last and being that ultimately we choose where to spend our money, the decision regarding what we want in our communities is solely up to us.
31 January 2021 16:01
Love this family run business! Great ideas behind the doors happening all the time. Excellent home style food and friendly service makes this a staple in the Valley.
27 February 2020 10:40
Wasnt actually inside there, but had the best time outside for an event they had going on on halloween night
25 September 2019 15:16
We really enjoyed our stay at Blue Marlin Inn (#115). We will book again for sure, if in the area. Amazing breakfast I must add.
16 September 2019 21:49
Fantastic place for a family stay over. Suite was quiet, well equipped and very clean. Comes with spacious kitchen, dining, appliances, cutlery, large dining and 2 nice size bedrooms. Excellent location and building has restaurants and pub too. Highly recommended!
14 September 2019 5:25
I booked this hotel through airbnb and its a nice play to stay and it has a great view. Really grateful for this. First this place surrounded by a pub, a liquor store, a fried chicken restaurant, couple asian restaurants so don’t worry about food. You’ll get breakfast too.
The enterance better get in from turtle beach cafe, so much better than get in from the pub or the fried chicken restaurant.
Both rooms are cozy, I really enjoyed it. One bathroom that is no problem. They have sharing shower room just outside your room.
The floor i think it never being mopped, so dusty and it feels dirty on your feet.
If you are planning to cook, especially if you booked from airbnb bring spices and oil They only have salt and pepper. The rest they provided here such as utensils and kitchen stuff like knife, can opener, microwave.
The enterance better get in from turtle beach cafe, so much better than get in from the pub or the fried chicken restaurant.
Both rooms are cozy, I really enjoyed it. One bathroom that is no problem. They have sharing shower room just outside your room.
The floor i think it never being mopped, so dusty and it feels dirty on your feet.
If you are planning to cook, especially if you booked from airbnb bring spices and oil They only have salt and pepper. The rest they provided here such as utensils and kitchen stuff like knife, can opener, microwave.
09 August 2019 0:11
Very clean, quiet comfortable room. Surprisingly quiet since it's on top of karaoke bar. They provide ear plugs, but we didn't need them. Super comfy king bed, walk in shower.
Also, really good breakfast!
Highly recommend!
Also, really good breakfast!
Highly recommend!
11 January 2019 19:32
Excellent room and boarding (room 115). Friendly staff, we had inclusive breakfast that had large portions. Recommend staying here.
28 September 2018 14:48
Nice staff, the Inn is very quirky and full of character. The bar is loud at night but they provide you with ear plugs in case you don't appreciate the noise. The room is small, but nice, our bed was comfortable and they allowed our dog! The only complaint that we had was that there is no air conditioning in the rooms and we were there during 37° heat.unfortunately we had to find a new place to stay because of this. Not the owners fault and we would totally recommend it to someone who doesn't mind a bit of noise and who was going on a cooler day.