If there is a tropical side of Canada, it would be the District of Tofino. This tiny town attracts all sorts of nature lovers to Vancouver Island’s western shores. Nearby is the famous Long Beach, part of the Pacific Rim Natural Reserve. It’s among several scenic beaches frequented by beach lovers, birdwatchers, and campers. Whale watchers celebrate the Pacific Rim Whale Festival and the annual migration of grey whales in March. Surfers join the Rip Curl Pro Nationals, held annually at Cox Bay. Culinary experts and chefs flock to this town resulting in a deluge of fine restaurants and festivals, such as the Tofino Wood and Wine Festival held every June. A few days in town is not sufficient to enjoy all its offerings. Extend your stay and book the best long-term rentals in Tofino, Canada.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and long-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Wild Light (from USD 241)
Situated on the top floor of the owner’s house, this rental is in a cul-de-sac near a whale-watching station and the beach. It features a spacious open living area and capacious bedrooms with an old-world charm. You can stretch out on the sofa and watch TV, or admire the lush outdoor scenery. You can also cook and eat in the kitchen, or grill barbecues and dine al fresco on the deck.
On a sunny day, you can sit on the front lawn while watching your kids play on the grass. You must inform the owners if you’re bringing a pet. The owner requires a two- or three-night minimum stay, depending on the date you book the reservation. They offer discounts for stays of 28 days or more.
Top guest reviews
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good wifi nice deck good bbqthe balcony was great with views of the ocean table and bbq available for usethe apt was much larger and even nicer than we expectedthe house was perfect for two couples with a nicely equipped kitchen and 2 bathroomsbeds super cozy and an all-around great experienceCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and very well stockedmarnie's place was clean and comfortablethe house was clean and beds comfortablemarnie's place was clean and super convenientbeautiful home clean and very comfortable bedsHost:
marnie was helpful throughout our staymarnie was a great host and provided lots of feedback and suggestionsand the host was accommodating flexible and very helpfulvery thoughtful and attentivemarnie was incredibly welcoming and helpful a perfect hostessRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to the downtowngreat location - walking distance to everything we neededgreat house and great locationspacious place ideally located walking distance from tofino towna beautiful short walk into downtown
2. Pownall House (from USD 233)
Pownall House is a sleek Nordic-style cabin near Chesterman Beach. It features a spacious living area, soaring cathedral ceilings, and minimalist wooden furniture. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer fantastic views of blue skies and surrounding forest while cooking, dining, or warming up by the wood-burning stove.
The bedrooms are split between the main floor and the loft. There’s an indoor bathroom with heated floors, and an outdoor shower area for rinsing off after surfing. You can enjoy soaking in the saltwater hot tub while letting the peaceful surroundings calm you. Stay for 3 nights to complete the minimum required stay, or over 28 days to get a monthly rebate on the rent.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host is also very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
short walking distance to the beach close to town and in a nice quiet neighbourhoodclose to the beach i would definitely stay here againamazing stay in tofino minutes from chesterman beach close to town but not too closethe beach is a short walk through a pleasant trail
3. Cozy suite with private entrance (from USD 92)
This cozy guest suite, situated in Tofino Hobby Farm in Yew Wood Neighborhood, has a private entrance. It features an open-living concept where guests can cook simple meals and lounge in the bedroom. A wall with an entryway separates the bedroom from the kitchen area.
Guests have clear views of the treetops from the surrounding bay windows. They can play with the farm animals or take naps in the hammock in the backyard garden. You can enjoy monthly discounts for renting this stunning space for over 28 days.
Top guest reviews
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great small apartment with all the necessary amenitiesvery comfortable and private suite with great amenitiesleah has a lovely light airy apartment set in the treetops with amazing viewsthere's nice heated floors in the bathroom for colder daysthe space was comfortable and cosyCleanliness:
very nice and clean private space with full kitchen and comfortable bedthe space was so clean and close to townthe apartment is cosy well equipped clean and quietit’s clean beautiful next to the center and some bars and totally idyllicclean comfy cozy space with all the amenitiesHost:
leah is a great host and i can recommend the airbnbtheir booklet of instructions was helpful as wellgreat host with good communicationgreat place to stay and excellent hostsleah and gordon were very accommodating and we would definitely recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
great location as wellthe location was perfect and central to many beaches and towngreat location and on a quiet streetgreat location but a bit pricey for the spaceeverything you need to be comfortable and great location to tofino and various beaches
4. Wooden Waves (from USD 166)
This gorgeous timber house is in a forest, near two surfing beaches. It boasts soaring cathedral ceilings, a spacious open living area with self-catering facilities, a loft-style bedroom, and a capacious master bedroom. It has heated floors that keep you warm on chilly days, and a soaker tub in the bathroom. It has a spacious covered deck where you can have barbecues and al fresco dining. The whole area is surrounded by a lush forest.
If you are planning to stay in this magnificent paradise for 2 nights as a minimum, you must consider extending it to more than 28 days to get a monthly discount.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we used the outdoor patio constantly and the beds were extremely comfortablethe pictures are so accurate the place is beautiful and comfortablethe shower + great kitchen/living space was our favourite partCleanliness:
lovely spot clean and comfortableit was so clean and had everything we neededbeds were incredibly comfortable and well made towels and linens were crisp clean and softit was spotlessly clean when we arrived and angie was available to answer any questions we hadHost:
angie was a wonderful hostoverall wonderful stay and a very lovely hosthosts were very welcoming and we had everything you could need for a home away from homeangie is a great host made so many great recommendation and was quick to respondangie is one of the best hosts l have had the pleasure of dealing withRead more reviewsLocation:
tucked away but super convenient locationperfect location central to everything and very convenientbeautiful place situated perfectly for all the best beachesgreat place in a great location we would go back in a heartbeatgreat for young kids and easy to access all the beautiful beaches close by
5. Tofino House (from USD 230)
This lovely mountain view home has rustic and modern features. Its marble floors, exposed beam ceilings, wooden furnishings, and capacious rooms provide a cozy getaway for a family with pets. Enjoy scenic ocean views from the open living area, or while grilling barbecues on the porch.
There’s a grassy yard for picnics and for your pets to run around. The outdoor shower is for rinsing off when you come back from fishing. The wood-burning sauna is for steaming your stress away. This self-contained home requires you to stay for a minimum of three nights. If you stay for more than 28 days, you get a monthly discount on the rent.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apartment is a modern 3bdrm apartment with a beautiful view of the sea in the tofino inletCleanliness:
the place is super clean and well kepttwo washrooms are very cleanthe room is very clean and better than i expectedquiet spacious and cleanthe house itself is well equipped and very cleanHost:
our hosts shannon and al were outstandingshannon was super friendly and helpfulin particular shannon was really responsive to our questions and the check in was quick and easyshannon is very kind and helpfulfantastic host and great accommodations shannon is very quick to respond to all inquiriesRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location with everything as listedgreat place to stay and close to everythinggreat place and location very spaciousgreat location very close to town (5 minutes walk) beaches a short drivefantastic location quick walk into town and right beside a great bar and restaurant
6. Funky and bright private studio suite (from USD 80)
This studio suite is a self-contained private space at the back of the owner’s home. The space comes with a stunning view of the surrounding mountains. This colorful structure features an open living area shared by a dinette, a thickly cushioned bed, and a cozy kitchenette. There’s a bathroom offering a tub. You can enjoy your morning coffee out on the furnished deck surrounded by the lush garden. The studio is in a fenced-in yard, making it safe for storing surfboards and bikes. The rental is within walking distance of trails and Tonquin Beach.
To get huge discounts on monthly rent, you must stay for more than the 28-day stay requirement.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
nice room with a beautiful backyard entryCleanliness:
comfy bed & very cleanclean facilities lovely hostaccommodations were clean and comfortablethe unit was ready for us--cleaned one on timecandice's studio is very sweet cozy and cleanHost:
candice and john were great hosts and made us feel right at homehosts are wonderfully helpful and know tofino wellthe hosts were helpful and welcoming would love to returnour hosts were accommodating communicated well and made check in easysuch sweet and kind people and such a sweet spot to be inRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to the water and downtownbeautiful place in a great locationeasy walk to all of downtowngreat stay at the perfect locationawesome little spot excellent location right in the heart of town
Traveling to Tofino
Whether you’ll travel solo, in a large group, or with kids, you will not have difficulty finding a place for extended stays in Tofino. There are several options for your lodgings, each offering plenty of convenient amenities. Some rentals accept pets and have easy access to the beach. Consider this list of long-term rentals for your stay during your next trip to Tofino.
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