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Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Hotel in Nanaimo

This downtown Nanaimo hotel overlooks the Inner Harbour and is across the street from the Seaplane Terminal. The hotel offers free WiFi and free parking.

P
Paul
From
Germany
Take a room with a view of the harbour - it's beautiful. The staff are very helpful. Although the car park looks small at first, the hotel also uses the one next to it and you can also park in the public car park if these are full and the hotel will refund the cost. The restaurant serves excellent food. Being 90 minutes from Victoria and about the same to Campbell River and having a ferry to Vancouver and the sea planes on the doorstep, it's well positioned for exploring the island.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
Price from
US$91.40
1 night, 2 adults

Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo

Hotel in Nanaimo

Set within 80 metres of Nanaimo Museum and 1.8 km of Nanaimo Bastion, Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nanaimo.

T
Tom
From
United Kingdom
Our room wasn't ready when we arrived, and staff seemed very concerned that we'd be angry - the place is relatively new and there were a couple of other guests who were engaged in quite aggressive conversations with other staff at the time. Seems like there are some issues that need ironing out. However I have no complaints, we were given a beer each, went to park the car across the street, and by the time I returned the room was ready. Room was perfect, bed was huge, swimming pool was a welcome addition. It was only a layover but would have happily spent another night. I think the staff member who helped us might have been called Vern or something similar. He was a really nice guy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews
Price from
US$155.16
1 night, 2 adults

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

Hotel in Nanaimo

Just 10 minutes’ drive from Departure Bay ferry terminal, this Nanaimo hotel features an on-site whisky and wine bar. Free WiFi is offered in all areas. A fitness centre is available for guest use.

R
Robyn
From
Canada
we did not eat at the hotel. We arrived early and had no problem checking in early. we did not spend much time there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
Price from
US$104.64
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western Northgate

Hotel in Nanaimo

This Nanaimo hotel offers free WiFi and a daily continental breakfast. A microwave is provided in all guest rooms. Nanaimo town centre is 13 km away.

G
George
From
Canada
Friendly Good location Clean Comfortable Quiet Impressive breakfast offering
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
Price from
US$159.49
1 night, 2 adults

Coast Bastion Hotel

Hotel in Nanaimo

Boasting rooms with ocean or city views, Coast Bastion Hotel in Nanaimo city centre is 2 minutes’ walk to shops and restaurants on Harbourfront Walkway. A restaurant is located on site.

M
Mandy
From
New Zealand
Great location and lovely room. Restaurant wonderful and staff very friendly. Thoroughly recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews
Price from
US$114.19
1 night, 2 adults

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Hotel in Nanaimo

This harbour-view Nanaimo hotel, located on Vancouver Island, is about 5.5 kilometers from the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 10 kilometers from the Duke Point Ferry Terminal.

E
Elke
From
Germany
Tasty breakfast, incl. cereals, large breakfast room, perfect start into the day Relaxing whirpool Perfect location for exploring Vancouver Island very friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,271 reviews
Price from
US$103.27
1 night, 2 adults

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Hotel in Nanaimo

Located just minutes away from the BC Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo city centre, this hotel features a free, deluxe continental breakfast and guestrooms with a balcony. Free WiFi is provided on site.

B
Benedicto Wilson
From
Brazil
Good Hotel. Close to Ferry Terminal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,121 reviews
Price from
US$79.39
1 night, 2 adults

Panoramic Ocean View

Nanaimo

Located within 6.2 km of Nanaimo Bastion and 6.4 km of Newcastle Island Marine Park, Panoramic Ocean View provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nanaimo.

X
Xiao
From
Hong Kong
Yulan’s home was in a serene scenic neighborhood. We could see ocean view from the balcony. Yulan’s place was beautifully decorated. she gave us a warm welcome and was very responsive to our questions. Highly recommended and hope to be back again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
US$106.81
1 night, 2 adults

AnnArthur Guest House

Nanaimo

Situated in Nanaimo and only 1.7 km from Nanaimo Bastion, AnnArthur Guest House features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

B
Bram
From
Netherlands
The apartment is very clean and well equipped and maintained. Parking was worry-free either in front of the house or on the other side of the quiet road.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
Price from
US$90.21
1 night, 2 adults

Campbell Cottage B&B

Nanaimo

Offering a terrace and garden view, Campbell Cottage B&B is located in Nanaimo, 1.5 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park and 13 km from Wildplay Element Park.

K
Kiyoko
From
Japan
Breakfast was outstanding! I enjoyed a lot. The owner was very friendly. The bed in the room was excellent. Welcome chocolates and candies were very lovely. The bathroom for the guest was probably recently rennovated and it was very clean. I was told to use another room for study other than a bedroom, which helped me to work.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
US$144.34
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,121 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews

Set in Nanaimo and within 200 metres of Nanaimo Museum, Painted Turtle Guesthouse has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From US$99.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews

Boasting rooms with ocean or city views, Coast Bastion Hotel in Nanaimo city centre is 2 minutes’ walk to shops and restaurants on Harbourfront Walkway. A restaurant is located on site.

From US$166.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,178 reviews

Renovated in 2024 to enhance your stay! Experience the vibrant heart of Downtown Nanaimo at Harbour Light Motel, just a 12-minute walk from the city center.

From US$107.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 468 reviews

Located 3 km from Vancouver Island University, this Nanaimo, British Columbia motel offers rooms and suites with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. A launderette is located on site.

From US$82.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,121 reviews

Located just minutes away from the BC Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo city centre, this hotel features a free, deluxe continental breakfast and guestrooms with a balcony. Free WiFi is provided on site.

From US$92.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

Offering a fitness centre, Ramada Nanaimo is located only 6 minutes’ walk from Nanaimo’s Harbourfront walkway. A complimentary breakfast is included each morning. Free WiFi access is available.

From US$106.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Located 10 minutes’ drive from Duke Point ferry terminal, this Nanaimo motel provides a microwave and a mini refrigerator are included in each guest room.

From US$91.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 577 reviews

This Nanaimo property is located 5 minutes’ drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. An on-site restaurant is available. Free Wi-Fi is included.

From US$97.95 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Nanaimo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,271 reviews

This harbour-view Nanaimo hotel, located on Vancouver Island, is about 5.5 kilometers from the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 10 kilometers from the Duke Point Ferry Terminal.

From US$106.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Situated in Gabriola, Gabriola Central B&B offers accommodation with a patio. With garden views, this accommodation features a balcony.

From US$121.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews

Offering a terrace and garden view, Campbell Cottage B&B is located in Nanaimo, 1.5 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park and 13 km from Wildplay Element Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Situated in Nanaimo in the Vancouver Island region, with Nanaimo Museum nearby, Nanaimo Nest features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

Set within 300 metres of Nanaimo Bastion and 400 metres of Newcastle Island Marine Park, The Waterfront Suites and Marina offers rooms in Nanaimo.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Offering garden views, A Cozy Family get away suite in South Nanaimo is an accommodation set in Nanaimo, 4.2 km from Nanaimo Museum and 5.5 km from Nanaimo Bastion.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring garden views, Entire home minutes from 3 lakes and a river! offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 4.4 km from Nanaimo Museum.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Offering quiet street views, The Owls Nest at Westwood Lake is an accommodation set in Nanaimo, 5.1 km from Nanaimo Museum and 5.6 km from Nanaimo Bastion.

Budget hotels in Nanaimo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 753 reviews

Located in Vancouver’s Harbour City, The Spot offers free WiFi and is within walking distance to a coin-operated launderette. This property is a 1.5 km drive from Nanaimo city centre.

From US$99.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

Just 5 minutes’ drive from Departure Bay ferry terminal, Bluebird Motel is centrally located in Nanaimo. A microwave and a refrigerator are provided in each room. Free WiFi is included.

From US$100.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews

Located 385 metres from BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal, in central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, this motel is offers sea views of Newcastle Channel.

From US$107.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, Departure Bay Motel is situated in Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Nanaimo Bastion. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms are equipped with a TV with cable channels.

From US$91.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Peaceful spacious 2BR Suite is set in Nanaimo, 12 km from Nanaimo Museum, 31 km from Wildplay Element Park, and 15 km from Petroglyph Park.

From US$227.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

Just 10 minutes’ drive from Departure Bay ferry terminal, this Nanaimo hotel features an on-site whisky and wine bar. Free WiFi is offered in all areas. A fitness centre is available for guest use.

From US$113.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Boasting garden views, Angie house features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 11 km from Nanaimo Bastion. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews

Located in Gabriola, The Surf Lodge and Pub provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a private beach area, a terrace and a bar.

From US$107.03 per night

FAQs about hotels in Nanaimo

What guests said about Nanaimo:

8.0

Nice to have a breakfast in the morning but I found the...

Nice to have a breakfast in the morning but I found the omelet and sausage bland. The waffles were fun. The room was great. We booked two rooms so our family could join us. Wish we could have had adjoining rooms but one wasn't available.
Guest review by
Josef
Canada
10

This wasn't our first trip to Nanaimo so we did know our way...

This wasn't our first trip to Nanaimo so we did know our way around most of the city and beyond, but it is always a great place to be. We love the well planned Harbour walkways, many events in the parks, the beach trails. Our favourite beach walks are Piper's Lagoon and Neck Point. There are many good music venues, restaurants, scenic drives and walks. We easily found side roads that were basically parallel to the highway to get to and from downtown. Nanaimo has has a LOT to offer any visitor of any age! Can't wait to return!
Guest review by
Terry & Pat
Canada
10

The Inner Harbor was beautiful.

The Inner Harbor was beautiful. The Snowbirds did a show when I was there. The harbor was lively and fun. The hiking in the area was awesome. Nanaimo is easy to navigate with a car. Great halfway stop between Victoria and Tofino.
Guest review by
Mary Lynn
United States
6.0

Nice town. Good things to do in the area.

Nice town. Good things to do in the area. Cowichen River float, Parksville mini golf, cycling the adjacent islands. Druggies and street people/beggars. Sirens all night. Car alarms. Shouting at night. Traffic even during the week at off peak hours.
Guest review by
H
10

I l lived in Nanaimo for 20 years and was thier for business...

I l lived in Nanaimo for 20 years and was thier for business reasons. The motel had no facilities to make coffee or tea or any drawers to put clothes in. Management even locked me out of my room even though it was pre payed. Management needs to have training in work properly for customers.
Guest review by
Francis
10

Jaw-droppingly beautiful Newcastle Island Park right there!

Jaw-droppingly beautiful Newcastle Island Park right there! Excellent innovative fine dining/cocktails and wine at Mélange. Amazing breakfast at Gabrielle’s Cafe. Fun coffee, drinks and eats at The Vault, which has a rather mesmerizing ambience. We stayed at the Dorchester Best Western. It is worth it to get a harbour facing room. The islands and water there are spectacular to wake up to. Be sure to spend time exploring along Chapel and Church streets area - the old part of town. It is small but really interesting. Nanaimo is also an excellent hub for day trips.
Guest review by
Julie
Canada

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From US$109.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
Close to everything in downtown, harbour front and also walking distance to a lot of things, right next to the sea planes too. Wonderful stay, throughout the stay hotel workers kept in contact with me through messaging and was able to schedule house keeping hours through text, really convenient and easy to access too. Once I left they also called to tell me that I left something that I didn’t need anymore, they really go above and beyond. Aryan and Aden were really helpful.
Guest review by
Melanie
Canada
From US$129.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
When I drove up I was underwhelmed as the building looks a little old school from a distance. I was late checking in, but there were still a few parking spots close to the front door. When I walked in everything was fresh and new, staff were fantastic and the room I was in felt recently renovated. Carpet was new, bed was perfect, room was very clean. Best hotel sleep I've had in a very long time. So quiet in there.
Guest review by
Sean
Canada
From US$113.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
This is a gorgeous well established hotel located in a central area of Nanaimo. The bedroom and en-suite bathroom were generous in size. We were pleasantly surprised to find a small balcony off our suite and a fireplace in the sitting area of the living space. The bathrobes provided by the hotel were absolutely luxurious. The staff that we met had a wealth of experience in the industry, cordial and helpful.
Guest review by
Cherissa
Canada
From US$166.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews
the location - I travelled from Vancouver to Nanaimo by sea plane and it was less than a 5 min walk to the hotel when we arrived. It's very close to many shops, restaurants and transport
Guest review by
Leanne
Canada
From US$108.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 420 reviews
Staff were wonderful and very helpful. The location was convenient. The hotel is very clean, bed was super cozy.
Guest review by
Ukeewins
Canada