This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a nightclub, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-in. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Maq Hotel offers 32 accommodations with hair dryers and portable fans. Televisions come with cable channels.
Bathrooms include showers. This Tofino hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The hotel offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This hot springs hotel also offers a nightclub, karaoke, and tour/ticket assistance. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary. A total renovation of this property was completed in January 2021.
The Maq Hotel is a smoke-free property.
Bear Bierhaus - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Cafe at the Maq - Overlooking the ocean, this café serves breakfast only. Open daily.
Maq Pub - Onsite pub. Open select days.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Bear Bierhaus
Cafe at the Maq
Maq Pub
Things to do
Art gallery
Bicycle shuttle
Bicycle tours
Billiards/pool table
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Karaoke
Nightclub
Conveniences
ATM
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Outdoor entertainment area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: CAD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Maquinna Hotel
Maquinna Hotel Tofino
Maquinna Tofino
Maq Hotel Tofino
Maq Hotel
Maq Tofino
The Maq Hotel Hotel
The Maq Hotel Tofino
The Maq Hotel Hotel Tofino
Reviews
The Maq Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Great location, super cute hotel, especially the lobby area. Was a very nice touch to get a drink upon check-in and the staff was lovely. Couple of things in our room that could have been better: 1) there was no outlet in the bathroom (!?!) & 2) it was a double bed (the room overview said it would be a queen) in a queen frame. Because the frame was too large for the bed, we kept mud-judging where the corners were and our shins are covered in bruises - ouch!
The best part about the Maq is the building. Love the old character mixed with modern quirkiness. The front desk staff were 2/5. Next time we will pay a bit more to get a location on the water with hot tub etc. and better staff.
No frills here, but that's A-OK. It was clean, the hotel people were very helpful.
The walls are a bit thin and it felt a bit like staying in a dorm room, but overall I'm not upset with this particular booking.
I would recommend it.
Thr hotel is very modern, the lobby area is very warm snd inviting. The coffee shop/deli area is inviting, family oriented and relaxed. Thr room was nice, amenities are very modern and comfortable.
joanne
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cameron
Aug 20, 2025
Cameron
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveler
Aug 18, 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
We decided to cancel about 48 hours before our stay due to a nearby fire and my husbands health issues, making smokey air a risk to him. When I contacted them, they refused to refund any money at all. Very upsetting
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Chung Wai, Victoria
Traveled with family
Aug 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
right in downtown area. walkable to restaurants and meeting place for advanture.
This was such a nice hotel! Walkable, clean, and had a nice cafe and sitting area. It was especially nice when it was pouring rain. We were able to sit out there and enjoy the view. Very dog friendly.
Bed was comfortable. Ivory on reception was exceptional and the Australian man on reception.
Amelia and Fin were just superb.
The staff really went out of their way to make our stay memorable
It was fine. Room was nice and clean but no fridge (but it did have a cooler and we could get free ice at the liquor store downstairs), no AC, wifi was terrible (we couldn't connect and staff had no idea how to fux it), tv was pathetically small and of poor quality. While the hotel focusses on style, it lacks significantly on substance, especially considering how expensive it is during high season. Breakfast in the lobby cafe was fantastic.
Convenient + centrally-located, very walkable area. Lobby is open + spacious. But in 2 weeks of travel, room was the smallest with the fewest amenities + the highest price. No chair to sit on, no table or desk to place items on, no fridge. Room for 1 suitcase; cant imagine how 2 people could actually share the space.
I really enjoyed the quirky and thoughtful decor throughout the building. The staff greet you with a complimentary cocktail and the adjoining restaurant serves delicious food with a fun and young vibe. Our room door knob needs replacing and I would have loved a coffee machine and supplies provided.
Nice modern refurbished hotel. Will not stay here again due to noise from Bierhaus in the courtyard, then kitchen noises until an hour after closing. No elevator.
What a great experience we had at The Maq. The reception from Ivory was great (and so was the cocktail!) We were able to store our bicycles in a locked compound. The food in the Bear House Restaurant was wonderful. All in all, this is a great, funky place to stay. The entire staff were welcoming and friendly.
JENNIFER
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
James
Traveled with partner
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Overall good accommodation for money. Friendly staff and an amazing location. Only thing I’d say is that the walls are far too thin and it was quite loud.