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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
    From
    US$100
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
    From
    US$89
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
    From
    US$143
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews
    From
    US$100
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    From
    US$121
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
    From
    US$294
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
    From
    US$262
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
    From
    US$154
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
    From
    US$87
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews
    From
    US$128
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
    From
    US$90
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
    From
    US$105
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews
    From
    US$160
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews
    From
    US$98
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews
    From
    US$125
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
    From
    US$103
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
    From
    US$158
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
    From
    US$129
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 570 reviews
    From
    US$85
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
    From
    US$121
    1 night, 2 adults

Most booked places to stay in Nanaimo and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,176 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 570 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,274 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 736 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,117 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these places to stay in Nanaimo and nearby

Quality Inn

Nanaimo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews

Quality Inn is located in Nanaimo, within 12 km of Wildplay Element Park and 3.3 km of Petroglyph Park.

From US$107.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 557 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$98.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 936 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$173.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
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$106.81 per night

Diplomat Motel

Nanaimo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 478 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$73.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,117 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$99.35 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$105.56 per night

Value Lodge Motel

Nanaimo
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 42 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$90.25 per night

Save money on places to stay in Nanaimo and nearby – budget options available

Port-O-Call Inn

Nanaimo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 571 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$86.93 per night

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Nanaimo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,274 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$115.50 per night

The Spot

Nanaimo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 764 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$90.25 per night

Bluebird Motel

Nanaimo
Budget options available
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$99.11 per night

Buccaneer Inn

Nanaimo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 570 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$98.53 per night

Departure Bay Motel

Nanaimo
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 736 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$81.97 per night

Gabriola Central B&B

Gabriola
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

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

From US$113.49 per night

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

Nanaimo
Budget options available
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$120.05 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Nanaimo and nearby

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.

Nanaimo Nest

Nanaimo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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

From US$67.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 58 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.

Rockwood House

Nanaimo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Rockwood House is set in Nanaimo, 4.7 km from Nanaimo Bastion and 4.8 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park.

From US$179.58 per night

Wellington House

Nanaimo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Wellington House features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Nanaimo, 4.4 km from Nanaimo Bastion.

From US$133.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

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.

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Avg. price/night: US$173.04
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
Convenient location, easy access to anything you want to walk to downtown. The beds were comfortable enough and it was nice to have a mini fridge in the room.
Guest review by
Nicole
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$140.21
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
This is the perfect place to stay in Nanaimo. The suite is all new, spacious and clean. The wifi is fast, the beds are comfortable and the shower has great pressure and hot water. The place is fitted with modern appliances so you can cook meals as well as wash and dry your clothes. Svetlo is very friendly and willing to help with anything and offer recommendations. It’s great value for money and I would definitely recommend staying here.
Guest review by
Lucy
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$86.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews
Location on four corner with traffic lights …very noisy. Cleanliness of room excellent . Easy drive to shopping centres; downtown; sea front and marina.
Guest review by
Christine
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$90.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 764 reviews
Location is amazing and it's a short distance to Downtown Nanaimo via car. We were upgraded to a nice, spacious 2 bedroom with a balcony. The room was clean and comfortable with a microwave, fridge, and kitchen sink.
Guest review by
Shivam
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$86.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews
Really enjoyed our stay. We went as a group of 8. They gave us 2 rooms side by side. Decent sized rooms. They also had mini fridges as requested. Also free parking on site. Location is minutes from downtown nanaimo.
Guest review by
Jennifer
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$104.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
The location is excellent just opposite the harbour where there are coffee shops and restaurants. It's also right in downtown where there are shops, banks and the museum just around the corner. The bus (20) to Departure Bay ferry terminal stops nearby every 30 mins and the journey time is only 10 mins.
Guest review by
Urfxbx
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$104.74
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
Great location outside city centre. Nice and comfortable place.
Guest review by
M.
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$73.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews
Very nice place to stay great location to everything
Guest review by
Richard
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
The suite was clean and spacious, and was in the best location. Close to the ferry terminal, but in a quiet friendly neighbourhood. The beach was just a short walk and shops a short drive. The hosts are friendly, welcoming and extremely helpful. Very quick to respond.
Guest review by
Louise
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$98.53
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 570 reviews
Comfortable, quiet, friendly staff, very clean, good kitchen, everything was great and especially for the price. Location not great for walking but just 1.9km along the waterfront to get downtown.
Guest review by
Kurt
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$137.44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews
Basic but adequate breakfast and happy hour offerings. Good location and nice to finally have a modern hotel in Nanaimo. Convenient for low cost car parking and access to waterfront areas / city centre.
Guest review by
Brown
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$173.04
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
It was great location to access harbour centre/downtown Nanaimo. They have lot of rooms that have a great view to the ocean and neighbor. I like the way that I can ask any question or request through the text message instead of calling through the phone with long waiting time. They responded fast through the text message
Guest review by
Nara
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$104.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
Great location. Close to marina, downtown, dining and ferry. Great views of ocean.
Guest review by
Dennis
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$104.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
the location is convenient, right by the marina, in downtown. there is a parking lot at the back.
Guest review by
Ivy
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$104.74
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
Location is within walking distance to downtown and harbour, awesome view of the ocean and mountains in the skyline. There's also a park nearby for walks. Bonus was clear sky showing stars and moonlight plus a warm quilt to snuggle under for cozy sleep.
Guest review by
Alma
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$90.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 764 reviews
Location near to downtown but not in the centre was good. Staff were friendly and helpful
Guest review by
Rhonda
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$115.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,274 reviews
The staff were friendly ,good location,the room was very clean and neat and nice pool... This is a very nice place to stay
Guest review by
ishiu
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$173.04
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
Location was perfect. Right downtown and across the street from the harbour. I very quickly grew confidence in staff happily altering my requests, with issues as my arrival time changing due to flight disruptions. All staff from front desk to housekeeping were so accommodating, friendly, and eager to assist. Best stay ever!
Guest review by
Wendy
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews
The location is amazing, right at the start of the Great Trail to downtown.
Guest review by
Rebecca
Solo traveller