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Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre

3.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with free breakfast and free airport shuttle
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Indoor pool
Building design
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
    Free airport shuttle
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2nd Floor;with Sofabed)

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2nd Floor;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (2nd Floor)

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ground Floor (Living Room)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ground Floor (Living Room)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ground Floor (Living Room)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
2080 Highway #61, Thunder Bay, ON, P7B5E3

What's nearby

  • Loch Lomond Ski Area - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Fort William Historical Park - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - 12 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Intercity Shopping Centre - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Lakehead University - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪K & a Variety & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cheer's the Village Pub - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre

Eco-certified hotel near Loch Lomond Ski Area
Located close to Fort William Historical Park, Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre provides free continental breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a garden. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Cliffhanger, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and garden views. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk and ATM/banking services
  • Meeting rooms, a ballroom and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 89 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as high-speed Internet.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cliffhanger

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 8,968 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 30 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: CAD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented at the time of check-in and must belong to one of the travelling party. Guests who plan to pay for other guests' stay must contact the property in advance.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

BEST WESTERN Nor'Wester
BEST WESTERN Nor'Wester Hotel
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester Hotel
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester Hotel Thunder Bay
BEST WESTERN PLUS Nor'Wester Thunder Bay
Nor'Wester Hotel
Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel Conference Centre
Plus Nor'wester & Conference
Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre on 30 Nov 2024 start from NZ$252.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre located?

Situated in Thunder Bay, this eco-certified hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Loch Lomond Ski Area, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Fort William Historical Park and Fort William Gardens. Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre and Intercity Shopping Centre are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Best Western Plus Nor'wester Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 513 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 513 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 513 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 513 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 513 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value, safe, clean, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Liked: Staff & service
Acceptable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay outside of town. Beautiful property and very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for people traveling with dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was better than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very expensive for what you get and the age of the rooms, but it was very clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean. Great for overnight travelling with pets and family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A spacious and attractive lobby makes an inviting impression. Our room, with a balcony, faced the back side of the hotel. It offered a beautiful view of the grounds and mountains. The dining room and outdoor seating has the same great view. The staff was gracious and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms all the essentials needed In the room for a good nite. Bonus full breakfast in the morning complements of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well run and wonderfully presented.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Came for cousins wedding. Great sleep and very convenient. The free breakfast was awesome. I would Defenetly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stop in Thunder Bay during cross-Canada road trip. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and spacious. No restaurant but the other hotel beside it has a restaurant welcoming the public, like 30 seconds across the parking lot. Feel confident in parking my car here. Very happy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean facility. Easy to park a boat. Nice to not be in downtown Thunder Bay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Circle tour around lk superior
Excellent all the way around
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Loved everything about this experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet beds are comfortable clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024