Guests unwind with delicious meals in the restaurant or stroll through peaceful gardens at this motel where helpful staff ensure relaxing, enjoyable stays.
Modern Motel offers a tranquil retreat with serene garden grounds and tasty meals at the on-site restaurant. Enjoy practical amenities like in-room WiFi, self parking, and barbecue grills. Attentive staff enhance the experience.
Thunder Bay is home to Modern Motel. Prince Arthur's Landing and Strathcona Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Centennial Botanical Conservatory and Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall Of Fame. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Current River Arena or Port Arthur Stadium. Visit our Thunder Bay travel guide
At Modern Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
Barbecues and smoke-free property
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Modern Motel include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
A restaurant
Family friendly
Cot (surcharge)
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
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 lift
Wheelchair accessibility
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Cot (surcharge)
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Free local calls
Mobile key entry
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - midnight
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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 15, per pet, per day, plus a deposit of CAD 100.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for CAD 10.0 per night
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Pet deposit: CAD 100.00 per stay
Pet fee: CAD 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
A late check-out fee will be charged
Crib (infant bed) fee: CAD 10.0 per night
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 cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Modern Motel Thunder Bay
Modern Thunder Bay
Modern Motel Motel
Modern Motel Thunder Bay
Modern Motel Motel Thunder Bay
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern Motel pet-friendly?
Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of CAD 100.00 per stay and a fee of CAD 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Modern Motel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Modern Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Modern Motel?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.
Where is Modern Motel located?
Situated in Thunder Bay, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Boulevard Lake Park, Thunder Bay Tourist Pagoda and OLG Casino Thunder Bay. Magnus Theater and Current River Arena are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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
Modern Motel Reviews
6.2
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The owner & staff were all very hospitable and authentic. It was clean, safe and close to all resources for food & activities. I’ll
Def stay here again when I’m through there next!
The host was very friendly , nice and easy to deal with. The property location is easy to find and haze the parking right in front of the door. Checking in was easy-peasy as Sam can handle it oven if he is not on the premises.
It is a very nice little hotel that is also pet-friendly. The room was clean, and spacious with decent amenities.
Spencer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Angela
27 Sept 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We stayed 1 night and it was just fine for that. Comfortable, clean room.
Angela
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Cassidy
3 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very friendly, check in was easy and hassle free. Stay overnight with my dog, and had no issues! Would stay again!
Cassidy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Xiaochen
3 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is good, a lot of food near by. Staff is really friendly and helpful, facilities is a bit old, but considering the price, it is overall a good experience.
Xiaochen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn
14 Feb 2024
Liked: Staff & service
It’s not fancy but the sheets and room were clean. It’s a very budget friendly alternative to the bigger hotels.
Comfy beds and a relatively quiet location. Very clean but needs a new tub/shower as the finish is very worn.
I will stay here again on my next trip across Canada.
Outdated, burnt out light bulb, loose electrical outlet. Friendly staff when they were available. Despite this, it is a place to lay your head for the night.
This might be the oldest, most crumbling, falling apart motel I’ve ever stayed at. The bed and bathroom were surprisingly clean and the man at the front desk was very friendly, but wow, the place is in rough shape. Paint peeling from the walls, stained furniture, sagging mattress, dust and dirt. Fine location for getting on and off the transcanada hwy, and certainly wouldn’t choose to stay here for anything other than a quick nights sleep.
Megan
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Marian
22 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Got some good sleep
Everything was good, shampoo wasn’t great though lol, comfy beds, fast internet, was a good stay
Marian
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Eric
1 Aug 2023
An OK place when you just need a bed for the night
The place is really in need of renovations but it was an ok place to stay for a night when passing through. Really appreciated that they were able to provide a very late checkin (almost 2:00 am). Beds were comfortable.
Eric
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Cyril
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Its a good nights stay. But if you are picky about how new you want your space this may not be it for you. Pet friendly and accommodated us after arriving past midnight.