Haida House at Tllaal
2087 Beitush Road, Tlell, British Columbia V0T 1Y0 Canada
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Nestled along the banks of the serene Tlell River, surrounded by ancient forest and open sky, you’ll find the Haida House at Tllaal - a classic 10-room lodge. With its timeless and cozy log aesthetic, this is the perfect home base from which to start off on your Haida Gwaii adventure. The nightly rate structure is ideal for those who wish to self-explore the many eco-adventures, natural attractions and historical and cultural sites found on Haida Gwaii’s Graham and Moresby Islands. Gift shop and conference facilities on-site. Designed to blend harmoniously with the landscape and honour traditional Haida architecture, you’ll fall in love with our 12 new two-bedroom cedar cabins. Boasting a choice of dune, ocean, and forest views, each features a minibar kitchen and great room with fireplace, flatscreen TV, covered hot tub and outdoor shower. Enjoy a bed and breakfast cabin stay, or as part of a 3, 4 or 7-night all-inclusive package.
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2087 Beitush Road, Tlell, British Columbia V0T 1Y0 Canada
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I booked a 4-day tour package with Haida House, and by the end, I wish I had booked a 7-day! The cabin was spacious, spotless, and a wonderful retreat where I could see the sunrise over the beach every morning. It was great to have all the tours booked through Haida House, and I lucked out a bit ending up with private tours after another group cancelled due to illness. My tours around the island were with Marni who was a fantastic, knowledgeable guide and I enjoyed the many hours we spent together. Last but certainly not least, all the food was EXCELLENT. I would call it gourmet quality, and I looked forward to every breakfast and dinner. Thank you, Marni, Kathy, and all the staff at Haida House for making me feel very welcome and for a memorable solo trip to a remote corner of the world! I hope I find my way back some day.…
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Date of stay: August 2022
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We stayed in the lodge and had a comfortable, clean room. The lodge is lovely, right next to the Tlell River and a few minutes walk from a beach. The food at the lodge is fantastic and the staff are friendly and helpful.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Room Tip: We were at the back of the lodge / would have preferred a river view
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I must say my wife and I had a fabulous stay at Haida House for the seven night package. From the very comfortable cabin we stayed in, to the great meals, the friendly servers in the restaurant and the Haida cultural ambassadors and bus drivers! Can’t say enough good comments. A special thanks to Abigail and Bugsy, Marni and Darryl. Also Rowan. OX
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: If you are elderly insist on the van driver putting the step down stool in place for you to exit...
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Luxurious cabins in the woods with hot tubs on each porch. Delicious meals in the lodge. We were there for a 7 night package and every day had excellent leaders and lots for us to learn about Haida culture and the natural wonders of Haida Gwaii. I would recommend it to anyone.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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We stayed in cottages, and they were wonderful. Walked the beach morning and evening. The people/staff/owners were very nice and accommodating. Food was exceptional. All and all a perfect place to explore this amazing area.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Kathy and her husband are incredible stewards of the environment and the guest experience at Haida House. The stay was very memorable for many reasons but especially because of their passion for the people and land of Haida Gwaii. Didn’t give it a full 5 stars because when I arrived my bathroom toilet wasn’t clean, also one of the days that I stayed the bathroom wasn’t cleaned at all and the sheets were just pulled over the bed. For the amount paid on a 7-day all inclusive stay I would have expected perfect room servicing. However, I did come to find out later that they’re having staffing issues as Covid is still very prevalent so hard to find people to work. The dinners were delicious every single night, lunch was ok (typically a cold sandwich and a salad) and breakfast was hit/miss. While the pancakes were the best I’ve ever had, the huevos rancheros were bland and the potatoes were under done. The location is incredible and Kathy works tirelessly to ensure the guests have an amazing tour experience - she was able to rearrange some tours for us last minute due to inclement weather. Moresby Explorers took us to Moresby Island (amazing!) and Marni was our cultural ambassador - can’t say enough good things about her, she has a wealth of knowledge and was very kind and compassionate with the whole group. I think once they’re fully staffed and trained they have lots of potential to be a full 5-star accommodation experience.…
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip: Parking available on site, careful of the bugs!
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Visiting Haida Gwaii with Haida House was a special experience. Kath James and each of the staff, guides extended a warm welcome to Haida Gwaii, and are doing everything possible to realize this wonderful Haida run business enterprise. The setting of the lodge, on the banks of the Tlell River is beautiful. I appreciated that the feel of the lodge was more relaxed than the perfection pictured on the website. I was fortunate to stay in one of the peaceful crafted cottages adjacent to East Beach for a 7-night stay. The quietness of the setting was restorative. Breakfast and dinners in the lodge dining room were enjoyable and the food is wonderful. The inclusive tour package and communications were impacted, understandably, by challenges related to covid recovery, staffing and weather. For me, it made for a somewhat inconsistent experience, with too much bus and wait times. Still, I admire all that Kath and the staff did to roll out tour days in the face of changes. High points included visits to the totem carvers in Skidgate, our guide Marni, the special old cedar forest walk with Dale that haunts me, the lecture walk with Phred, and the zodiac trip to the ancient village site of Skedans on Louise Island, with the watchman led guide of the site. When initially looking at options for visiting Haida Gwaii, with a desire to also visit Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and SGang Gwaay, Haida House included a float plane trip to SGang Gwaay. For me, this inclusion, supported the high cost of the package. In retrospect I would consider making advance alternative plans for Gwaii Haanas and add-on a B’B option stay at Haida House or elect a shorter inclusive package with extra B’B nights. Thank you, everyone, at Haida House.…
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Response from Haida Tourism, Marketing at Haida House at Tllaal
Responded Jul 25, 2022
Thanks for sharing your kind review KM68. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed so many aspects of your stay and genuinely appreciate the detailed feedback. We look forward to hosting you for another adventure, should your travels bring you back to Haida Gwaii one day! - Haida House Staff and Management
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The cabins at Haida House are amazing - 2 bedrooms, spacious bathroom, and comfortable living room. The beds are extremely comfortable and the hot tub was a great way to end each day. The hotel is in a pretty location along a river where deer come to graze - we saw some each day while eating dinner. The food is delicious and nicely presented. The staff is fantastic and friendly. We did the 7 day all inclusive package and had Marni as our guide - she is tons of fun and shared lots about life on the island - the trip would not have been the same without her! During our stay we did several informative nature walks (thanks Phred and Dale) and visited several totem pole carving sheds as well as the museum. Overall, it was a great trip to learn about nature and the Haida culture.…
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Room Tip: All of the cabins are amazing!
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Response from Haida Tourism, Marketing at Haida House at Tllaal
Responded Jul 18, 2022
Thank you for sharing your review csmToronto. We are positively delighted to hear your comments about the new cabins at Haida House, the dining experience, our staff, and the 7-day package activities. We hope to welcome you back to the "Edge of the World" for another adventure in the future! - Haida House Staff and Management
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We spent four nights at Haida House. The resort is well-run with very friendly and accommodating staff (Thanks, Kathy and crew!). Take note that this is Haida Gwaii and supply chains to this part of the world mean things are not cheap, especially hotels. The rooms are comfortable but could use some updating, especially the bathrooms and room furniture. The large new cabins look fabulous, although we did not stay in them (only two of us and somewhat price-prohibitive). Note, there are almost no ocean views but there are nice river views from the lodge, not the cabins.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Room Tip: If you have mobility issues get a ground floor room. There are no elevators.
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Response from Haida Tourism, Marketing at Haida House at Tllaal
Responded Jul 18, 2022
Hi watermaa - thank you for choosing Haida House for your stay on Haida Gwaii. It's great to hear you considered our resort well-run and accommodating. We also appreciate your feedback on the lodge room updates, as we are always looking for ways to improve our guest experience. We hope to see you again one day soon! - Haida House Staff and Management
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A most fabulous experience! The 7-day all-inclusive trip was truly outstanding. Everyone (Kathy, Phred, Marni, kitchen & dining room staff) was thoughtful, welcoming and knowledgeable. The chef accommodated my vegan diet for all meals including excursion lunches. Circumstances allowed for solo excursions with the Haida guide and naturalist, which allowed for bespoke activities. This personal retreat exceeded my expectations: solitude, food, accommodations, Haida culture & art and of course the soulful environment.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Room Tip: the new 2-bedroom cabins are a must; more expensive when a-la-cart but worth it!
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Response from Haida Tourism, Marketing at Haida House at Tllaal
Responded Jul 12, 2022
Wow... a 12 out of 10! Thank you debrawol, reviews like this one instantly make our day! We're elated to know your stay was outstanding, and the experience exceeded your expectations. If your travels bring you back to Haida Gwaii in the future, we'd love to host you again at Haida House at Tllaal. Take care, Haida House Staff and Management
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PRICE RANGE
$270 - $705 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Tlell River House
LOCATION
CanadaBritish ColumbiaHaida Gwaii (Queen Charlotte Islands)Graham IslandTlell
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Haida House at Tllaal
Which popular attractions are close to Haida House at Tllaal?
Nearby attractions include Crystal Cabin (2.5 miles), Pesuta Shipwreck Trail (1.1 miles), and Sitka Studios (2.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Haida House at Tllaal?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Haida House at Tllaal?
Top room amenities include a refrigerator, a desk, and a fireplace.
What food & drink options are available at Haida House at Tllaal?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Haida House at Tllaal?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Does Haida House at Tllaal have airport transportation?
Yes, Haida House at Tllaal offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Haida House at Tllaal offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Haida House at Tllaal?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Pesuta Shipwreck Trail (1.1 miles).
Does Haida House at Tllaal have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.