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Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Hotel in Nanaimo

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

L
Laura
From
Canada
Convenient location. Free parking. Very friendly and accommodating staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
Price from
$89.66
1 night, 2 adults

Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo

Hotel in Nanaimo

Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo is located in Nanaimo, a few steps from Nanaimo Museum.

L
Lynda
From
Canada
Location was great, very clean, staff friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 635 reviews
Price from
$152.21
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 whiskey and wine bar. Free WiFi is offered in all areas. A fitness center is available for guest use....

M
Meena
From
Hong Kong
the restaurant cooking was specially good, the lobby was very glamorousus look with old English taste which we all gave a Wow when entering the hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
Price from
$102.65
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 center is 8.1 mi away.

K
Kari
From
Canada
Great location for an overnight stay during our move.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Price from
$156.45
1 night, 2 adults

Coast Bastion Hotel

Hotel in Nanaimo

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

J
Jacqueline
From
Switzerland
The rooms and the services met our expectations. very nice view over the bay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 942 reviews
Price from
$127.57
1 night, 2 adults

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Hotel in Nanaimo

This harbor-view Nanaimo hotel, located on Vancouver Island, is about 3.4 miles from the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 6.2 miles from the Duke Point Ferry Terminal.

W
William
From
United States
Clean and comfortable. Spacious room, comfortable bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,272 reviews
Price from
$115.39
1 night, 2 adults

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Hotel in Nanaimo

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

D
Daniel
From
Slovakia
Good location, had everything we needed, really nice staff :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,118 reviews
Price from
$80.71
1 night, 2 adults

Panoramic Ocean View

Nanaimo

Panoramic Ocean View features air-conditioned rooms in Nanaimo. This property offers access to a balcony, table tennis, free private parking, and free Wifi.

V
Valladolid201
From
Spain
The room and the owners were very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
$99.54
1 night, 2 adults

AnnArthur Guest House

Nanaimo

Offering a garden and barbecue facilities, AnnArthur Guest House in Nanaimo is close to Newcastle Island Marine Park and Nanaimo Museum.

K
Karri
From
United States
Bright, easy to find, and very comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
Price from
$88.49
1 night, 2 adults

Campbell Cottage B&B

Nanaimo

Just a 18-minute walk from Nanaimo Bastion and 0.9 miles from Newcastle Island Marine Park, Campbell Cottage B&B features accommodations in Nanaimo, with a terrace and a shared lounge.

M
Mark
From
United Kingdom
Clean and tidy in a great location. We particularly enjoyed the beautiful garden. Our host Anthea was friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
$141.59
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

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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 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 635 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,272 reviews

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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 942 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,118 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Nanaimo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 555 reviews

Located in Nanaimo and within a 2-minute walk of Nanaimo Museum, Painted Turtle Guesthouse has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From $97.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 942 reviews

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

From $171.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,173 reviews

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

From $105.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews

Located 1.9 mi from Vancouver Island University, this Nanaimo, British Columbia motel offers rooms and suites with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. Laundry facilities is located on site.

From $73.09 per night
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 center, this hotel features a free, deluxe continental breakfast and guestrooms with a balcony. Free WiFi is provided on site.

From $98.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

Offering a fitness center, 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 $104.70 per night
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 $89.51 per night
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 $86.23 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Nanaimo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,272 reviews

This harbor-view Nanaimo hotel, located on Vancouver Island, is about 3.4 miles from the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 6.2 miles from the Duke Point Ferry Terminal.

From $114.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, Gabriola Central B&B provides accommodations in Gabriola. With garden views, this accommodation features a balcony.

From $112.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews

Just a 18-minute walk from Nanaimo Bastion and 0.9 miles from Newcastle Island Marine Park, Campbell Cottage B&B features accommodations in Nanaimo, with a terrace and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews

Offering a garden and barbecue facilities, AnnArthur Guest House in Nanaimo is close to Newcastle Island Marine Park and Nanaimo Museum.

From $103.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Brookside Falls Guesthouse is a recently renovated guest house in Nanaimo where guests can make the most of its garden and barbecue facilities.

From $271.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

A Cozy Family get away suite in South Nanaimo offers accommodations in Nanaimo, 2.6 miles from Nanaimo Museum and 3.4 miles from Nanaimo Bastion.

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

Featuring a garden, Entire home minutes from 3 lakes and a river! offers accommodations in Nanaimo. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

The Owls Nest at Westwood Lake is located in Nanaimo, just 3.2 miles from Nanaimo Museum and 3.5 miles from Nanaimo Bastion.

Budget hotels in Nanaimo and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 765 reviews

Located in Vancouver’s Harbor City, The Spot offers free WiFi and is within walking distance to a coin-operated launderette. This property is a 0.9 mi drive from Nanaimo city center.

From $89.51 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 $98.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 569 reviews

Located 1263 feet from BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal, in central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, this motel is offers sea views of Newcastle Channel.

From $97.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 743 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, Departure Bay Motel is located in Nanaimo, 1.2 mi from Nanaimo Bastion. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms are equipped with a TV with cable channels.

From $81.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 229 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 $105 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

Providing a garden, Rockwood House offers accommodations in Nanaimo. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

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

A recently renovated apartment, Wellington House offers accommodation in Nanaimo. This apartment provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

Panoramic Ocean View features air-conditioned rooms in Nanaimo. This property offers access to a balcony, table tennis, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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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 $171.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 942 reviews
Fabulous room with a view -- Grateful for A/C in the warm weather, and found it very easy to adjust. Staff checked to make sure I was comfortable in the room after I got settled, and they were readily available to help if needed. I had breakfast one morning, dinner one evening in the hotel restaurant -- food was good, service was considerate, efficient, and friendly. Great location in downtown Nanaimo.
Guest review by
Frances
Canada
From $136.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 635 reviews
We loved our stay at the hotel! The jacuzzi was super hot (in the best way!) and the water felt amazing. Everyone treated us so kindly and everything was super clean. The bed was insanely comfy, like sleeping on a cloud. Also, having a microwave in the room was such a nice surprise — very practical!
Guest review by
Romina
Chile
From $105.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,173 reviews
There was nothing not to like which is why I am a return customer and will continue to use Harbour Lights when I need to return to Nanaimo for medical appointments. Thank You
Guest review by
Danny and Deborah
Canada
From $97.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 569 reviews
The hotel is on a fairly busy avenue however noise is minimal during the night (if windows shut). Overall a convienient place to stay with a kitchenette near ferry.
Guest review by
John
Canada
From $107.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
Location was great. Parking situation easy. Pet friendly.
Guest review by
Dina
Canada