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The View Hotel

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A wooden pergola with a gravel pathway leading to it, surrounded by trees and a body of water in the background. - The View Hotel (Fort St. James)
A multi-story building with a beige facade, several windows, and a parking lot with a few vehicles. - The View Hotel (Fort St. James)
A hotel hallway with a carpeted floor, white walls, and a sign indicating room number 312. - The View Hotel (Fort St. James)
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors. - The View Hotel (Fort St. James)
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV. - The View Hotel (Fort St. James)
The View Hotel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a toilet and towel rack, and a view of the outside through a window.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Fort St. James is home to The View Hotel. Mount Pope Provincial Park and Stuart Lake Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Paarens Beach Provincial Park and Sowchea Bay Provincial Park. Visit our Fort St. James travel guide
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309 Stuart Drive West, Fort St. James, BC, V0J 1P0

What's nearby

  • Fort St. James National Historic Site
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stuart Lake Golf Club
    7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Sowchea Bay Provincial Park
    18 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Murray Ridge Ski Area
    21 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Stuart Lake Provincial Park
    49 min drive - 33.2 miles

Restaurants

  • Subway
    3 min walk
  • Kwah Hall
    10 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 25.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: CAD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Third-party payments require completion of a credit card authorization form in advance of arrival.

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The View Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The View Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of CAD 25.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The View Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for CAD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The View Hotel located?

Situated in Fort St. James, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Fort St. James National Historic Site and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mount Pope Provincial Park and Stuart Lake Golf Club. Paarens Beach Provincial Park and Murray Ridge Ski Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The View Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 98 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and would stay again there staff was very accommodating and kind 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had nice clean, modern looking rooms. The bed was very comfortable. Enjoyed our night at the View.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, updated. Great common room for the kids with free coffee, tea, hot chocolate and a variety of other specialty coffees.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Provided us accurate directions to a local restaurant. Nice area for running early in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was clean. It wasn’t too noisy. I had everything I needed in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had frozen meat that needed a freezer. Staff helped with that and were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in! And the view of Stuart Lake was fantastic! The internet was very slow, I ended up hot spotting off my phone most of my stay. And there are very limited dining options, and the ones that are there close early in the evening. But overall, I really enjoyed my stay and would recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a nice experience here. Third floor has wonderful views of Stuart Lake. Staff are outstanding and so helpful. King's cafe next to the hotel has a nice breakfast menu, and St. James Restaurant has decent but expensive Chinese cuisine; it closes earlier than you might think. There is a Subway Cafe a few minutes walk from the hotel, and there is a Save On grocery store a little past the Subway. I grew up in Fort St. James; The View is definitely not the old Fort St. James Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Modern stylish rooms with a spectacular view of the lake, I’ll be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, the staff were extremely accommodating and extremely helpful. Beautiful scenery, situated right by the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bartholomew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a well managed and responsively staffed hotel on top of quality renovated suites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good for the night. Close to the arena and grocery stores and a retail store is right in front of the hotel if forgot anything
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

This was one of our three stop for our family vacation and the best part of our stay. The hotel at first glance was worrying however the hotel was amazing. The staff were nice and easy going, they gave ideas of places to visit while in town. The room was pet friendly and great. The room was clean, large, and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lorin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really wish it had a restaurant like it had before.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adelheide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to walk every where
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bathroom could be cleaner
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
People Bumping uglies real loud in the hotel. Could hear them all through the building.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service

Expensive!

I was blown away by how expensive it was to have two beds! One bed was $150 and then 2 beds being 270! I’ll never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sabrina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Je croyais avoir un lit King comme reserver mais malheureusement nous avons du payer extra pour avoir un lit queen… car il n’y a pas de lit king dans tout l’hôtel, endroit non accueillant et poils dans la salle de bain
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So this is basically the only place in Ft St James to stay. The hotel is older but has been well maintained. One thing…DO NOT ACCEPT ROOM 225 . It is classed as Lakeview except the window looks out on the HVAC system you do not have a lakeview. I complained and they reduced my rate but the hotel was fully booked and so could not change my room. You pay more for lakeview which is beautiful…just not from room 225!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The view was nice. The water in the tub was rusty
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great view
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DARCIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Silviawati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was there for 1 night. The hotel is well maintained and clean. Parking is adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022