The hostel is open year round.
Your group will find our ranch as a great starting point to discover the Riding Mountain National Park or in the winter as well as base camp for adventures at the Asessippi Ski Resort. 9 Finger Ranch offers also different riding adventure options for groups up to 10 at a time. We work with partners such as the Riding Mountain National Park and Friends of the RMNP to offer additional activities and packages for larger groups. Please inquire with us. The ranch setting gives ample space for parking and enjoying nature.
There are 25 beds in total. 10 in each of our 2 cabins and a 2 bed and 3 bed private room in the main ranch house. Showers, dining areas, laundry facility, lockers, free Wi-Fi, board games, large deck, free coffee and 3 self-cooking areas that are fully equipped.
Meals can be arranged for groups if requested in advance at the time of booking.
Bed linen, pillow and blanket are provided.
Payment
To guarantee the group booking, a 25% deposit (non-refundable) of total fee is required at time of booking. Final payment or balance is due at arrival.
Check-in hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Late morning / afternoon access for checking in from Monday to Sunday is available for groups or individuals. Please email or call us ahead to make such arrangements.
Bookings for retreats (writing workshops, board planning, etc.) and school groups are also welcomed.
IMPORTANT GROUP BOOKING INFORMATION
Hostelling International has extensive experience working with groups and we understand that groups need flexibility with their bookings. Please carefully review the following booking and cancellation policies to ensure a worry and problem free experience during your visit with us.
1. Reservation:
Reservations will be accepted up to one year in advance of check in. A quotation and accommodation agreement will be sent to you for review. This must be signed and returned to Hostelling International to confirm your reservation. A 25% deposit (non-refundable and non-transferable)nat the time of booking is required to secure your reservation. The remaining balance is payable seven days prior to check-in. Signing this document confirms that you accept the standard group cancellation policies.
2. Confirmation:
Once your signed quotation has been received we will send you confirmation of your reservation. The deposit is due at the time you make your reservation. The Groups Reservation Agent will confirm payment of the deposit and charge the credit card on file, unless deposit is being made by cheque which is then due within 14 days of reservation, otherwise the credit card on file will be charged.
3. Payment:
The deposit is due when booking is made. Your reservation must be prepaid in FULL seven days prior to the group's arrival at the hostel. Payments by Visa, MasterCard, or cheque (Canadian currency) are accepted. Bank transfers are also available upon request.
4. Group Rooming List:
Fourteen (14) days prior to arrival, the group rooming list is also due. The list should specify first and last names, gender, and any specific rooming requests. Hostelling International will provide the group with a rooming list form to be completed at least fourteen (14) days prior to group's check-in date.
5. Cancellations & Changes:
- Groups may cancel up to four days in advance of check-in with no penalty.
- Cancellations within 4 days forfeit the deposit.
- Cancellations made four days or more before check-in date are 75% non-refundable.
- A maximum of 10% reduction in group size is acceptable fourteen (14) days prior to the date of arrival. any request to increase the group size will be accommodated, subject to availability.
- Hostelling International reserves the right to cancel any reservations not paid in full seven days in advance.
- No shows will not receive a refund. We will hold the booking for the duration of the reservation, provided that payment has already been received as required.