Tundra Inn
34 Franklin St, Churchill, Manitoba R0B 0E0 Canada
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Welcome to the subarctic, coastal town of Churchill, Manitoba, home to polar bears, beluga whales and spectacular northern lights. The Tundra Inn is a cozy, family-run hotel that provides comfortable, spacious accommodations, infused with small town charm. Located on a quiet side street, the Tundra Inn offers a peaceful atmosphere that is convenient to all Churchill amenities. The Tundra Inn Restaurant & Pub, located directly across the street, offers hearty and wholesome pub-style food with a Canadian Arctic twist. Swap stories with locals and other travellers while you relax with a pint in the pub. Or enjoy delicious regional cuisine in the comfort of our rustic dining room. Our warm and friendly staff look forward to welcoming you!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Street parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
Restaurant
Free airport transportation
Non-smoking hotel
Breakfast available
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Vending machine
Airport transportation
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Air conditioning
Desk
Interconnected rooms available
Telephone
Coffee / tea maker
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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34 Franklin St, Churchill, Manitoba R0B 0E0 Canada
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Somewhat walkable
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Hotel was clean and staff was friendly. We had a fridge in our room and used the kitchenette downstairs to heat up food we brought. They had plates, cups and cutlery to use as well as a coffee maker. We stayed for 5 nights and had no issues. We arrived by train at 9 am and they came to shuttle us to the hotel. We were able to check in early so that was really nice!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Alex Cupeiro, Other at Tundra Inn
Responded Aug 21, 2023
Hello Lindsay, Thank you for sharing your experience staying at the Tundra Inn with us. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay in Churchill and were able to make use of the kitchenette. Kind regards, Tundra Inn
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I was worried what our hotel would be like in this very tiny town of Churchill on the sub arctic tundra. It was perfect for us. Very plain, but our room was very clean. The bedding and towels were very nice and comfortable. We were easily able to heat our room, the hot water was plentiful and it was extremely quiet. I would never have known my fellow tour group travelers were all around me. There is a nice gathering room with lots of comfy furniture and coffee.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Alex Cupeiro, Other at Tundra Inn
Responded Nov 15, 2023
Hi Linda, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and leave us a review. We are glad to hear that you had a clean and comfortable stay during your time in the Polar Bear Capital of the World with us.
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We were arranged to stay here for a few nights here while in town to watch the bears with Frontier North.
Although it is not a deluxe hotel, it is cosy and clean enough for a good night's rest after a long day out in the cold to observe the bears, or walk around town to the nearby post office (to get your passport stamped in person; remember cannot stamp for others), to various souvenir shops, to the supermarket, to a local artist's workshop, to the few restuarants etc etc
It is nice to have a small lobby area with sofas to gather for tour guide's briefing, or to chat with tour friends to share photos, or just rest out of your room. There is also small pantry where guests can make their own tea, coffee, or use the microwave. I saw a guest warming up her neck thing in the microwave to release her day pressure of neck pain.
We have our meals in the Tundra Pub just across the street. The food in the Tundra Inn is a lot better than the other restaurant, and the service also is more pleasing here in Tundra.
Although it is not a deluxe hotel, it is cosy and clean enough for a good night's rest after a long day out in the cold to observe the bears, or walk around town to the nearby post office (to get your passport stamped in person; remember cannot stamp for others), to various souvenir shops, to the supermarket, to a local artist's workshop, to the few restuarants etc etc
It is nice to have a small lobby area with sofas to gather for tour guide's briefing, or to chat with tour friends to share photos, or just rest out of your room. There is also small pantry where guests can make their own tea, coffee, or use the microwave. I saw a guest warming up her neck thing in the microwave to release her day pressure of neck pain.
We have our meals in the Tundra Pub just across the street. The food in the Tundra Inn is a lot better than the other restaurant, and the service also is more pleasing here in Tundra.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Response from Frontiers North, Other at Tundra Inn
Responded Dec 6, 2021
Hi nickiBH, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the Tundra Inn and found the accommodations to be cozy and clean. The convenient location of the Tundra Inn is something many of our guests like you often enjoy. If you ever find your way back to the North we would love to welcome you back. Kind regards, Tundra Inn
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The Tundra Inn was a wonderful place to visit. The room was large with a nice sitting area and a kitchen on the main floor and with a good sized bedroom and bathroom 'upstairs' in the loft. Considering the Northern location and limited resources in the Churchill area I was very impressed.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: There is no meal service but there is a restaurant very close by.
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Our family of 3 visited Churchill for the first time. We had seen the Tundra Inn on TV as a part of short documentary on the town of Churchill and decided to stay as it looked quiet and homey. It met both those expectations! We were not there during "bear season", so our experience might have been quieter than if we had gone during that time, but we had an excellent stay. We were at the Tundra Inn for 4 nights. We prepared breakfast on our own and most lunches also using the small kitchenette area which is equipped with a microwave and small fridge as well as sink for washing up after. There is a nice cozy dining area off the kitchenette for eating. The place was very quiet and was within an easy walk (ie: 3min) to the Northern Store, 10min to the Museum, 2min to the main strip that has restaurants and shops. It was also very close to Sea North Tours, which we utilized for a couple of excursions. We would definitely consider staying at the Tundra Inn again whenever we get to Churchill in the future.
The Tundra Inn restaurant is right across the street and the food is excellent! We were lucky enough to be there on Friday and Saturday and were able to experience their pizza which is only available on those days. The pizza was fantastic. We also had other food there and the portions were large enough to share, which helped to cut down on cost. I would highly recommend eating at the Tundra restaurant. It is definitely the best in town. We tried a couple other places, but nothing else compared.
Overall, we found both the hotel and restaurant to be excellent choices to enhance your stay in Churchill.
The Tundra Inn restaurant is right across the street and the food is excellent! We were lucky enough to be there on Friday and Saturday and were able to experience their pizza which is only available on those days. The pizza was fantastic. We also had other food there and the portions were large enough to share, which helped to cut down on cost. I would highly recommend eating at the Tundra restaurant. It is definitely the best in town. We tried a couple other places, but nothing else compared.
Overall, we found both the hotel and restaurant to be excellent choices to enhance your stay in Churchill.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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The Tundra Inn is an old accommodation in Churchill that serves those who are seeking the thrill of seeing polar bears, beluga whales or the elusive Aurora Borealis. It is very poorly insulated and you hear everything going on - people walking down the hall, your neighbor flushing their toilet or turning on the tap. The bathroom really showed its age. The tub was slippery and did not have grab bars. Not a good thing for seniors. My shower showed signs of mold. Needs a good cleaning. There is no restaurant onsite, but the Tundra Pub is directly across the street.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: Manage your expectations. Not alot to chose from in Churchill. Remoteness really comes through....
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This is a lovely little hotel in Churchill. There aren't many places to stay in this small town and I understand this is one of the nicest options. Given that it's a town of 900 people my expectations weren't too high. It's not very modern, there's a little bit of dust on the baseboards, and the furnishings are humble. However I had a very comfortable stay and the staff were lovely. Internet was good and room had all the basics. The staff picked us up and dropped us off from the train/airport. There is a kitchenette available to guests, with free coffee and tea, which is really handy as there aren't that many restaurants in town and most are closed on Sunday & Monday. I also can't say enough good things about the Tundra Pub (across the street) and the newer restaurant The Ptarmigan (next door), both owned by the hotel - really great food!!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Alex Cupeiro, Other at Tundra Inn
Responded Aug 21, 2023
Hello Rita, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience staying at the Tundra Inn with us. We are glad to hear that you found the Tundra Inn to be comfortable and accommodating during the time you spent in Churchill. It is great to hear that you enjoyed the coffee and amenities offered. Kind regards, Tundra Inn
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This is a cozy place to stay when visiting Churchill. We stayed here as part of a Frontiers North Polar Bear Adventure. Rooms aren't super fancy, but are spacious, warm, and clean. The staff is fantastic and friendly. The location is great as well, as two of the popular and best restaurants in town are next door and across the street. If looking to book a stay in Churchill, I would recommend it!
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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We were picked up at the airport (and returned there at the end of the trip) by the amazing Bailey. She was so friendly and efficient. The hotel had special amenities like plates, wine glasses, bowls, cutlery, coffee maker and microwave for days when you needed to stay in to eat (many restaurants were closed on Sunday and Monday - plan ahead if you go). Beds were comfortable and our room location on the ground floor was great.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Season finishes at the end of August. Be sure to check times that restaurants are open (breakfast...
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Response from Alex Cupeiro, Other at Tundra Inn
Responded Nov 15, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad that you enjoyed the hospitality of Bailey and the Tundra Inn staff durning your stay in Churchill with us. Kind regards, Tundra Inn
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Very comfortable inn.
Spotless
Quiet
Close to everything.
Lovely lobby sitting area.
Use of a kitchen area with microwave, kettle, plates, cups, glasses, wine glasses, coffee maker.
Friendly staff
Transfers available to train station or airport.
Spotless
Quiet
Close to everything.
Lovely lobby sitting area.
Use of a kitchen area with microwave, kettle, plates, cups, glasses, wine glasses, coffee maker.
Friendly staff
Transfers available to train station or airport.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Hi there,
Tundra Inn posts their hotel rates for each season on their website. I can't post the link here but you should be able to find it by searching for "Tundra Inn Hotel Rates"
The Tundra Inn rep contacted Marc Ingebritsen for me. (I was there in Sept. - too early for the Tundra Buggies). Marc has lived in Churchill for several years and knows the area & its history well. The tour cost $100, lasted ~ 3 hr. & included several sites around town (he is knowledgeable about the historical significance of each), a visit to the Churchill Northern Studies Centre (CNSC) then we watched a roaming adult polar bear for a while. A pleasant guy who knows where the bears are likely to be. We were also lucky to watch the Natural Resources officers as they loaded 2 bears from the Polar Bear Jail into a net & carried them away from town with a helicopter (happens when the jail is full). Overall, time well spent.
I later worked with a group for 11 days at the CNSC. Our group hired Mark for an afternoon & he found a female & her cub - lots of photos. (watch for an article in 'National Geographic Traveller' that one group member is writing on Eco-Tourism). Ended the day with a visit to the polar Bear Jail (can't go inside but several displays outside).
Mark worked at North Star Tours, pone 204 675 - 2147. His cell # was 204 675 - 0016 Ask if he can show you around for a few hours.
Hi there! I ran your question into google translate, so I hope that it was translated correctly.
There are no polar bears in Churchill in May. They tend to come back into the area in July and stay until late November. Prime polar bear viewing season is in October/November.
A double room in November is $255 a night. We do not own Tundra Buggies, but we work closely with a company called Frontiers North Adventures who own the official Tundra Buggy in Churchill. You can book your polar bear viewing activity through them.
Thanks for your question and again I hope the translation is correct.
Brandi
Tundra Inn Marketing Team
"Season finishes at the end of August. Be sure to check times that restaurants are open (breakfast was an issue) and some shops were closed."Read full review
"Manage your expectations. Not alot to chose from in Churchill. Remoteness really comes through. The Inn is pretty primitive and basic. "Read full review
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tundra Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Tundra Inn?
Nearby attractions include Itsanitaq Museum (0.3 km), Prince of Wales Fort (3.7 km), and Miss Piggy Plane Wreck (5.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Tundra Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Tundra Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Tundra Inn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Tundra Inn?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Tundra Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tundra Pub, Lazy Bear Cafe, and Seaport Hotel.
Does Tundra Inn have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Tundra Inn offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Tundra Inn have airport transportation?
Yes, Tundra Inn offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Tundra Inn located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.5 km away from the centre of Churchill.
Are there any historical sites close to Tundra Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Prince of Wales Fort (3.7 km).
Is Tundra Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.