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Big Bird Inn Wawa, SureStay Collection by Best Western

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191 Mission Road, Wawa, P0S 1K0 Canada
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PHONE : (705) 856-2424
3.4 / 5
34 Reviews Tripadvisor
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Hotel advantages

Jacuzzi
Restaurant on site or nearby
Parking
Multilingual staff
Washing machine on site
Nearby square
Free Wifi
Free Parking
Complimentary breakfast
24/7 reception
Buisness Plus equipment
Refrigerators
Microwave
Kitchenette
Iron and ironing board
Hair dryer
Fireplace
Coffee maker
The strong points

Description

Wawa stands on the wild northeastern shore of Lake Superior, marked by its famous Wawa Goose statue and ringed by some of Ontario's most dramatic country. In the heart of town, the Big Bird Inn Wawa, SureStay Collection by Best Western located in Wawa, Canada, is a comfortable base for exploring those landscapes and the region's rich heritage. Start the day with a complimentary full breakfast of eggs, waffles, and fresh fruit, with free Wi-Fi throughout to keep you connected. It is an easy, friendly base whether you're here for the outdoors, for business with the area's mines and mills, or just passing through, with multilingual, easygoing service and a relaxed small-town feel. Chase the Scenic High Falls, swim at Sandy Beach, or stand before the ancient Agawa Rock Pictographs, with golf, kayaking, and a local blueberry winery rounding out the days. Lake Superior's wild and rocky shoreline takes it from there.

Customer reviews

Travellers choice
Tripadvisor
3.4
based on 34 guest reviews
Excellent
13
Very Good
4
Average
9
Poor
3
Terrible
6
Cleanliness
Location
Rooms
Service
Sleep Quality
Value
"Good place to stay in Wawa"
lindatV6247ZD, 25 Septembre 2026

It is in a great location near restaurants. Staff was very helpful and managed to change our room to a ground floor level as we can't climb stairs. Hotel was clean and nice. The room was a bit small but it was very comfortable

"Clean but outdated"
donellel2016, 13 Juillet 2026

No AC in the lobby or breakfast area. The sheets were the worst I've ever slept on, the room was clean, the place could use a remodel, it's very tired. Good restaurant nearby. Front desk friendly and helpful.

"BED BUGS"
Naomi P, 05 Juin 2026

Very disappointing stay. We stopped at this hotel as a halfway point on our trip and were shocked to find a huge bug in the bed. To make matters worse, we found the same type of bug crawling around the bathroom. It was absolutely disgusting and made us uncomfortable for the entire night. We barely slept because we were worried about bugs in the room. When we brought the issue to staff, they were dismissive and did not seem concerned. We expected the situation to be taken seriously, but it was not handled appropriately. Unfortunately, because of both the cleanliness issue and the poor response from staff, we will not be returning and would not recommend this hotel to others.

"Average"
cindymP4133VJ, 02 Juin 2026

Room was clean and the bed was good. Breakfast in the morning was pretty sparse. You're better off to go down the road to Tim Hortons.

"You wouldnt know this is a best western"
mike1iron, 27 Novembre 2025

First comment to management. 1. Get your sign updated that has some type of reference as being associated with Best Western or as an affiliate or their rewards program. I would have driven right by and gone down the street to the other motel that is brightly lit and welcoming looking, if I didnt find out beforehand you were a best western affiliate, I wouldnt have stayed. Otherwise, the room was very clean and comfortable. front staff was friendly and helpful, very close to the centre of town. Room rates were excellent for an Ontario northern town.

Owner Response, 27 Novembre 2025

Hello Mike, Thank you very much for your feedback; we sincerely appreciate it. To clarify, we are part of the Best Western Hotels family, but not under the Best Western or Best Western Plus brands. We are a member of the SureStay Collection, which is owned by Best Western. This allows us to provide the quality and comfort associated with the brand, as well as full access to Best Western Rewards points. Per brand policy, we are not permitted to display Best Western signage outside the building. We understand how this may be confusing, and we share your disappointment, as we would love to highlight our connection to such a well-known hospitality company—especially here in a smaller northern community. We hope this helps provide a clearer understanding of our situation. Thank you again for your wonderful review. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back in the future.

"Wawa trip"
henrykc2015, 22 Septembre 2025

Excellent breakfast, Gemma cooked the bacon and eggs to perfection!! Room was clean, shower was great, beds were a little small for two adults.

"Kayak trip"
David S, 21 Septembre 2025

2 night stay, beds are a little small, but overall excellent stay. Breakfast is great, and Gemma's bacon is extraordinary.

"Very dependent on room you get, if ground floor it's rubbish"
simoncaymandodd, 13 Août 2025

I was unfortunately given the mentioned room 314 and would agree with the others complaints. The rooms itself was fine but people were going out the back door with dogs until midnight and early leavers exiting from 4am plus immediately outside the window is the unofficial smoking area ! Essentially it's good for four hours sleep. It's actually a little dishonest to rent the room, it should just be storage or for v late drop ins but hopefully Great Weatwen will sort

Is breakfast included in the rate?
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You'll find this information in the rate description on our website and in your confirmation email - some rates may include it. If breakfast is not included, its price is shown on the rates page, in the "terms of sale" column.
I think I'll arrive outside the stated hours. Will I still be able to check in?
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Our reception is staffed 24/7 in all our hotels. You can also notify the property using the contact details provided in your booking confirmation.
Are pets allowed?
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Each Best Western® Hotels & Resorts property is free to set its own pet policy. Their pet conditions are shown on the hotel page.
How do I book a free night using my Best Western Rewards® loyalty points?
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To enjoy a free night using your Best Western Rewards® loyalty points, log in to your loyalty account.
When booking, if the hotel shows available, bookable rooms, the number of points required will be displayed.
If you can't find the information you're looking for, contact our reservations centre on 0805 08 08 58 (free call from a landline in France).
Can I pay with Chèques-Vacances?
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Each Best Western® Hotels & Resorts property is free to accept or decline Chèques-Vacances as a means of payment. For more information, please contact the hotel directly. Contact details are available on the hotel page or in your confirmation email. You can also find properties accepting these vouchers on the ANCV website.
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