Tofino travel guide

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You're Going to Love Tofino

With a population of 1,655, Tofino is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Tofino deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Tofino

If you’re looking for affordable options, Wolf In The Fog (150 Fourth Street) and Ice House Oyster Bar (81 West St) are great picks.

When to visit Tofino

Tofino in November
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tofino in November
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tofino in August, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 66.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 16.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Tofino, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Tofino

Plane

When flying to Tofino, you’ll arrive at Tofino Long Beach (YAZ), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Tofino from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 21h 41m.

Car

Another option to get to Tofino is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 126 miles from Tofino. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Tofino Co-Op Parking Lot, located 0.4 miles from downtown Tofino. Tofino Tourism is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Tofino, you’ll arrive at Tofino Long Beach (YAZ), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Tofino from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 21h 41m.

Car

Another option to get to Tofino is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 126 miles from Tofino. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Tofino Co-Op Parking Lot, located 0.4 miles from downtown Tofino. Tofino Tourism is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Tofino

Airlines serving Tofino

KLM
Good (849 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,863 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (504 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,928 reviews)
Pacific Coastal Airlines
Good (2 reviews)
Central Mountain Air
Excellent (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tofino

Average rates range from around $226 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $910 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tofino Paddlers Inn and Duffin Cove Resort.

Where to stay in popular areas of Tofino

Most booked hotels in Tofino

Long Beach Lodge Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 222 reviews)
$354+
Pacific Sands Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 283 reviews)
$347+
Hotel Zed Tofino
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 737 reviews)
$234+
Best Western Plus Tin Wis Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 870 reviews)
$326+
The Maq Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 263 reviews)
$201+
Tofino Resort + Marina
3 stars
Good (7.9, 689 reviews)
$198+

Renting a car in Tofino

Renting a car in Tofino costs $98 per day, on average, or $196 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $5.34 per gallon in Tofino (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.05 and $85.40. The most frequently booked car type in Tofino is Standard (Toyota 4Runner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Smart Fortwo or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Tofino costs $98 per day, on average, or $196 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $5.34 per gallon in Tofino (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.05 and $85.40. The most frequently booked car type in Tofino is Standard (Toyota 4Runner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Smart Fortwo or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.