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Best Northern Motel and Restaurant

2.5 star property
Motel in Wawa with a restaurant and a bar

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Traditional Cottage, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dinner served, local and international cuisine
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Best Northern Motel and Restaurant offers a picturesque location with Polish breakfast and dinner at the on-site restaurant. Enjoy a charming garden, relaxing bar, and rooms with WiFi. Guests consistently praise the exceptionally helpful staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Refrigerator
TV
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Cottage, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Cottage, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Heating
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
TV
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
TV
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
150 Highway 17 South, Wawa, ON, P0S 1K0

What's nearby

  • Michipicoten Post Provincial Park - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Bucks Marina - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Lower Silver Falls - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Dr. Rose's Beach - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Scenic High Falls - 11 min drive - 5.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪North of 17 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kinniwabi Pines Restauant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wawa Goose Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Best Northern Motel and Restaurant

Motel near Lake Superior
A terrace, a garden, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Best Northern Motel and Restaurant. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Best Northern, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, 1 meeting room, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Northern Motel and Restaurant have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and phones

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Best Northern

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Northern Motel and Restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Northern Motel and Restaurant?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Northern Motel and Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Northern Motel and Restaurant?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Northern Motel and Restaurant located?

Situated in Wawa, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Michipicoten Post Provincial Park, Bucks Marina, and Lower Silver Falls. Middle Silver Falls and Lake Superior Provincial Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Northern Motel and Restaurant Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 572 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 572 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 572 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 572 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 572 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room in great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, cabin was clean and cozy. Loved that it was pet friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access, nice property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jihua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place for temporary stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean comfortable room, easy access from the highway, friendly staff and great food in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Motel is easy to get to and one of the few places that allow pets.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

william

Liked: Staff & service
Motel is old and needed to be renovated. The price is good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a nice feeling like staying in a cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its not a bad place. Good for one nite. Quiet & clean. Beds are fairly comfortable. Liked that we could have our dog stay with us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Viola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service on late check-in, helpful people, nicely kept grounds, comfortable clean room, nicely furnished, heaven gor a very weary traveller with dog. Breakfast menu in restaurant looks terrific. Will defijitely put this on my stay again list.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bel endroit, très bon prix,, accueil du personnel, propreté et confort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Roy

Liked: Staff & service
The Best Northern Hotel is relatively clean and inexpensive. If thatis what you are after it may be what you are after.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kate

Liked: Staff & service
Fine place to stay. A little older, shower curtain was ragged at bottom and stained, no AC. But fan provided and mini fridge and microwave a big plus. Good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Staff & service
Bed was comfortable beside hwy 17 Northern Ontario wifi and TV no issues Plenty of hot water, limited food on Sundays in Wawa. Suited us for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful people and property was excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Elena

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled bad, I have to air it out before we’re staying in. The curtains and blanket were torn, mattress had obscene marker drowning on it that can see through sheet. Even after 10 hours driving it wasn’t pleasant to stay for the night! Bathroom definitely needs cosmetic repair.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ishwar

Liked: Staff & service
There were lots of mosquitoes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, overlooking water, friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little dated,but clean and good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, immaculate and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite and comfortable bed !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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