Falcon Nest Motel
5867 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, British Columbia V9L 3R9 Canada
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the Falcon Nest Motel is comfortable clean and affordable Motel. Our establishment is old but sturdy and sound.When you stay with us we make every possible effort to make you happy.Give us a try and i guaranty that you will not be disappointed.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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5867 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, British Columbia V9L 3R9 Canada
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Somewhat walkable
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After an exhausting trip across all of Alberta and bc all the way to the island we stumbled across the falcons nest in Duncan bc . They happily accomodated our family of 6 , two adults and 4 kids ages 5 and under. The hotel is older. But the family suite is huge kitchen, bathtub and showers, outside entrances, place was clean, new managers were super friendly, and even gave us 70$ off our room maybe was the exhausted look on my face or they are just nice. Either way place is legit and not a crack motel. Super happy, they even on no notice hook my dad up with a cheap deal on a single so he could come visit his grandmonsters. I would totally recomend the falcons nest. I would not recomend travelling with 4 kids 5 years and under, haha. But this place is the best stop we have had
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Date of stay: October 2011
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In Duncan it is on highway with lots of place close to motel to eat. The price is great for a room. I stayed for 4 nights for work no were in the area can you bet the price. It is not a 4 star motel but clean comfortable motel. Just remember it is Duncan your staying in.
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Date of stay: April 2018
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Response from FalconNest2015, General Manager at Falcon Nest Motel
Responded Apr 13, 2018
thank you for your review, this is the most accurate review . Thanks, :)
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I recently had to find a hotel for a friend who we had to put up until he got a bed up in Nanaimo. He ended up with 3 ambulance calls in a row at the motel, only to get discharged until the last call where they found an abscess on his brain. Doug was extremely empathetic and kind, instead of kicking him out because brain patients wander, etc. He was worried more about my friend (who ended up having emergency brain surgery last Friday) than his hotel or business. He said to me when I thanked him that he was a humanitarian. It’s clean and simple, but sweet and has a lovely pool. I can’t thank Doug and his family enough because they had to help my friend quite a bit as I found out. Above and beyond. I highly recommend this hotel if you just want a simple clean and well priced place
Sarah Abbott
Sarah Abbott
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Date of stay: January 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Even though it’s on the trans Canada highway, the rooms are situated on the side and block out...
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Response from FalconNest2015, Manager at Falcon Nest Motel
Responded Sep 25, 2018
Thank you for your review <3
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If this is your only hotel option, change your travel date or cancel your trip.
We made a last minute choice to take a trip to Vancouver Island, not realizing at first that it was a holiday weekend. This was our only option left in Duncan proper, so we booked it.
This was a mistake.
The woman who greeted us at the front desk was very nice. That is the only positive I can name about this motel. The stairs to the second floor were in disrepair and close to unsafe. The wood on the second floor walkway had spots of serious rot that were unsafe.
The room itself…wow. Not clean (floor hadn’t been swept). Missing lightbulbs. Some kind of self-adhesive vinyl flooring had been DIY installed, leaving massive gaps and holes. The bathroom was barely functional and extremely worn.
In retrospect we should have had the common sense of another reviewer and asked to see the room before registering and paying. We didn’t. Do not spend money to stay here.
We made a last minute choice to take a trip to Vancouver Island, not realizing at first that it was a holiday weekend. This was our only option left in Duncan proper, so we booked it.
This was a mistake.
The woman who greeted us at the front desk was very nice. That is the only positive I can name about this motel. The stairs to the second floor were in disrepair and close to unsafe. The wood on the second floor walkway had spots of serious rot that were unsafe.
The room itself…wow. Not clean (floor hadn’t been swept). Missing lightbulbs. Some kind of self-adhesive vinyl flooring had been DIY installed, leaving massive gaps and holes. The bathroom was barely functional and extremely worn.
In retrospect we should have had the common sense of another reviewer and asked to see the room before registering and paying. We didn’t. Do not spend money to stay here.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Book earlier and stay somewhere else.
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We recently stayed for 1 night while in town for my son' s baseball game. 3 families stayed here.
The staff is super helpful and friendly & the rooms are clean.
The hotel is old, run down and some of the outside areas are dirty with soiled towels and lots of cigarette butts. The clientele is also somewhat sketchy as it is a low budget hotel.
There is a drug house to the rear of the hotel and my kids witnessed a person puking out the window. They also witnessed two drug deals in the Mc Donald's parking lot next door.
I would not recommend this hotel or location for families as the previous reviews are somewhat misleading.
The staff is super helpful and friendly & the rooms are clean.
The hotel is old, run down and some of the outside areas are dirty with soiled towels and lots of cigarette butts. The clientele is also somewhat sketchy as it is a low budget hotel.
There is a drug house to the rear of the hotel and my kids witnessed a person puking out the window. They also witnessed two drug deals in the Mc Donald's parking lot next door.
I would not recommend this hotel or location for families as the previous reviews are somewhat misleading.
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Date of stay: July 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from FalconNest2015, Manager at Falcon Nest Motel
Responded Aug 11, 2016
I have no control on what happens on other properties,. My property on the other hand..is very safe,friendly and secure.. we do not welcome your return.... :)
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I had to stay over in Duncan, BC, for 5 nights at end of July (2012) because of a medical issue that kept me from driving temporarily, and checked into this motel. The good news was the affordable rate of $55. a night plus tax and the good WiFi reception in my room (#26). But that's about all the praise I can express for this motel.
The swimming pool has been closed now for 3 yeasr I was told by the couple who manage the place for this and the owners of the other least expensive motel in town just down the highway.
The stained, dirty carpet, broken toilet seat, tumbling window screen, and mal functioning lights in my room made me wonder how the motel can still hang out the official BC Approved Accommodation sign until the couple managing the place told me laughingly that the person who verifies for this Approval only stipulated one thing: they had to have the right number of coat hangers to be allowed to display the Approval sign!
My room was never cleaned for the entire time I stayed at the motel. I had to ask to even have my garbage can emptied. (No recycling bins in sight either.) The manager said he could do little about the window screen falling out because he could not get a certain part for it. He came around a day later and taped it after I suggested he might try to do that, concerned as I was about security. (The motel has a sign stating they are not responsible for any theft or loss of personal belongings.)
The couple who managed the Falcons Nest had to be contacted in person repeatedly for the most basic services. A broken toilet seat was replaced but equally difficult to use because it was never correctly installed. Management never followed up. No one picked up when I called the front desk so I had to see the couple in person for even a change of towels. After my 3rd visit to the office I was told that no one "complained" like me and what did I expect paying so little to stay at a motel.... (I tried to make the couple feel better by letting them know I was not blaming them personally and that they should not feel guilty or embarrassed, but then reflected how unsuitable they seemed for this type of work and how unprofessionally they responded. On the other hand, the couple seemed to mean well, even advising me on what I could do to treat the sciatica issue that immobilized me.)
The location is convenient in that there are several fast food places within a short walk of the place as well as the magnificent Cowichan Aquatic Centre. Although right on the Trans Canada Highway, I heard little traffic noise.
I liked that I could make free local phone calls from my room.
I would only recommend this place for someone unable to spend more on a motel room. It's clearly neglected and in great need of a make-over!
The swimming pool has been closed now for 3 yeasr I was told by the couple who manage the place for this and the owners of the other least expensive motel in town just down the highway.
The stained, dirty carpet, broken toilet seat, tumbling window screen, and mal functioning lights in my room made me wonder how the motel can still hang out the official BC Approved Accommodation sign until the couple managing the place told me laughingly that the person who verifies for this Approval only stipulated one thing: they had to have the right number of coat hangers to be allowed to display the Approval sign!
My room was never cleaned for the entire time I stayed at the motel. I had to ask to even have my garbage can emptied. (No recycling bins in sight either.) The manager said he could do little about the window screen falling out because he could not get a certain part for it. He came around a day later and taped it after I suggested he might try to do that, concerned as I was about security. (The motel has a sign stating they are not responsible for any theft or loss of personal belongings.)
The couple who managed the Falcons Nest had to be contacted in person repeatedly for the most basic services. A broken toilet seat was replaced but equally difficult to use because it was never correctly installed. Management never followed up. No one picked up when I called the front desk so I had to see the couple in person for even a change of towels. After my 3rd visit to the office I was told that no one "complained" like me and what did I expect paying so little to stay at a motel.... (I tried to make the couple feel better by letting them know I was not blaming them personally and that they should not feel guilty or embarrassed, but then reflected how unsuitable they seemed for this type of work and how unprofessionally they responded. On the other hand, the couple seemed to mean well, even advising me on what I could do to treat the sciatica issue that immobilized me.)
The location is convenient in that there are several fast food places within a short walk of the place as well as the magnificent Cowichan Aquatic Centre. Although right on the Trans Canada Highway, I heard little traffic noise.
I liked that I could make free local phone calls from my room.
I would only recommend this place for someone unable to spend more on a motel room. It's clearly neglected and in great need of a make-over!
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Date of stay: July 2012Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: The managing couple said the motel had "better" and larger rooms than mine but I never...
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I was amazed on how clean this motel is. Great service,very friendly office staff.the pool was very refreshing.would recommend this motel to anyone.will be staying here every time I come to Duncan.and the best part is it's cheap.thankyou falcon nest for the great stay we had there
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Date of stay: August 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from FalconNest2015, Manager at Falcon Nest Motel
Responded Sep 3, 2016
thank you for your review..glad you enjoyed yourself..we will see you soon..
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was a awesome stay,,, they went above and beyond for Us, while there and after We left... They let My Granddaughter swim, because the big pool was closed... tyvvm☺️ you will NOT regret stayin there, Give them a chance!
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Date of stay: August 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from FalconNest2015, Manager at Falcon Nest Motel
Responded Sep 3, 2016
Thank you for your review. it was a great pleasure having you stay with us, it was no problem to let your granddaughter swim on your check out day.We love kids.. we welcome your return.
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I made reservations here on a recent trip but ended up having car trouble and not making it. When I notified them they were very good about everything. They were a pleasure to deal with and I will be stopping by hopefully very soon. When we passed by the next day it seemed to be very central to shopping ect. It seemed to be older but clean from the outside. I would look into staying there again if I'm in Duncan.
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Date of stay: August 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from FalconNest2015, Manager at Falcon Nest Motel
Responded Aug 8, 2016
Thank you for your review, your words are very kind, we hope to have you stay with us sometime.
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You get what you pay for, nothing fancy. Room was relatively clean. Staff was friendly and accommodating, and excellent WiFi. Very central location. Had a deluxe room with a kitchen, not very well equipped if planning to cook.
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Date of stay: April 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from FalconNest2015, Manager at Falcon Nest Motel
Responded May 5, 2016
Thank you for your review...budget Motel we are, so you do get what you are paying for,maybe your expectations are to high for paying under $100/night for three people plus a dog.
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Don’t stay here
"Upper floors are safer Room numbering appears to be random, you will likely need directions to find your room."Read full review
"Even though it’s on the trans Canada highway, the rooms are situated on the side and block out the noise of vehicles"Read full review
"I'd ask for a room with the hard wooden floors they are easier to clean up after."Read full review
"The managing couple said the motel had "better" and larger rooms than mine but I never saw any of them. My sciatica kept me on the bottom of the 2-storey building."Read full review
PRICE RANGE
C$144 - C$150 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
CanadaBritish ColumbiaVancouver IslandCowichan Valley Regional DistrictDuncan
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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Frequently Asked Questions about Falcon Nest Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Falcon Nest Motel?
Nearby attractions include Duncan Totem Poles (0.9 km), Duncan Farmers' Market (0.8 km), and Cowichan Valley trail (0.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Falcon Nest Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Falcon Nest Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
What are some restaurants close to Falcon Nest Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Just Jake's, Craig Street Brew Pub, and Dog House Restaurant and Take Out.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Falcon Nest Motel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Falcon Nest Motel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Falcon Nest Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Cowichan Native Village (1.2 km).