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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.

K
Kassandraallard
From
Canada
The Best Western is a reliable choice for travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and great value. With a widespread presence, you can often count on finding a Best Western wherever your travels take you. The rooms are consistently clean and well-appointed, and the amenities cater to both leisure and business travelers. The staff is friendly and accommodating, always ready to assist with any needs that may arise during your stay. While it may not offer the most luxurious experience, the Best Western excels at providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay at an affordable price, making it a go-to option for many travelers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,006 reviews
Price from
US$90.89
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$154.29
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, 490 reviews
Price from
US$104.06
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, 217 reviews
Price from
US$158.60
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.

J
John
From
United States
Excellent location. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews
Price from
US$110.96
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.

A
ARUNABEN
From
India
I liked that the staff and cleaners are more supportive than any other motel. cleaning and facilites are good . I really recommend to others to stay there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,271 reviews
Price from
US$102.69
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.

C
C
From
Netherlands
Enough cushions on the bed Big bed Doors on the balconie Cleanness Sweet breakfast, good coffee Good showerproducts Nice staff In the centre
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,118 reviews
Price from
US$81.09
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.

G
Greg
From
Australia
We had to book this accommodation late because a previous booking cancelled two days before. They did us a big favour because we certainly ended up in a better location. This is a suite in a private house and the host, Yelen, was very welcoming. We had a car so we could get to anywhere we needed to go. Lots of deer on the footpath each day. We had a beautiful balcony that overlooked Nanaimo. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
US$106.21
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.

A
Alexander
From
Belgium
Great stay in a super clean, well equipped and good located guest house. I recommend it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
US$89.71
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.

M
Marta
From
Italy
The owner was really kind and helpful. She informed us that the road we would need to take to continue our journey was closed for renovations following fires. She inquired with the tourist office about available buses. It really helped us a lot. The breakfast was really varied and plentiful. There are 2 very sweet dogs and a cat. Spacious garden to relax. In the morning several squirrels could be spotted.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
US$143.53
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Nanaimo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,118 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$104.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 356 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$106.14 per night
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$106.39 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$121.28 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, 57 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.

Budget hotels in Nanaimo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 551 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$99.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,176 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$107.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 471 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$82.41 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$90.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 576 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$90.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 756 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$99.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 182 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$99.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 569 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$107.39 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Nanaimo

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$165.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Brookside Falls Guesthouse is a recently renovated guest house situated in Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Nanaimo Bastion.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 746 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$90.74 per night

Departure view is located in Nanaimo, 6.2 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park, 7.7 km from Nanaimo Museum, and 19 km from Wildplay Element Park.

From US$197.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

Offering sea views, Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B is an accommodation set in Nanaimo, 7.6 km from Nanaimo Bastion and 7.7 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park.

From US$141.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Offering a garden and quiet street view, Ocean's Embrace Suite is set in Nanaimo, 7.7 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park and 9.2 km from Nanaimo Museum.

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$225.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 490 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$120.71 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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
This is a lovely spot to stay to visit Nanaimo and surrounding area. It is located on the first floor of a 2-storey house in a quiet residential neighborhood and overlooks the water. Kitchen was fully equipped. Bedroom was nicely isolated from street noise. We were there one night on our way off the island so did not fully use all facilities.
Guest review by
Therese
Canada
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
- The breakfast was incredible (eggs from her chickens!) - best we had for our whole stay in Canada - Our host was so kind and friendly - Comfy bed - Loved being able to have a bath - Our host gave us great restaurant recommendations
Guest review by
Edward
United Kingdom
From US$108.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,006 reviews
Great location and free parking. Pet friendly but they have a $30 per night fee not per stay. Since we didn’t get housekeeping not sure what we were paying per night.
Guest review by
Rita
Canada
From US$99.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 756 reviews
The room was immaculately clean, the hotel was SUPER easy to find, the bed was comfortable, and there was great food nearby. This was our best stay on this trip!
Guest review by
Julie
Canada
From US$165.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews
The hotel was lovely and clean staff very helpful location was good for getting to harbour and shopping restaurant food good
Guest review by
pauline
United Kingdom