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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.

H
Hannah
From
United Kingdom
We had a room with two double beds. Room was a good size and clean. Staff were great and there were two restaurants on-site. Food and service was great too. Their Halloween outfits were very good too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,011 reviews
Price from
US$90.27
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.

W
Woods
From
New Zealand
The room was great. We loved the comfy couch and footrest - perfect for watching a movie. The decor was beautiful and the bed was so very comfortable. The location was very convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews
Price from
US$159.66
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, 221 reviews
Price from
US$157.52
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.

A
Amanda
From
United Kingdom
Great location friendly staff lovely spacious room with a great view
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 937 reviews
Price from
US$135.10
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.

C
Charles
From
Canada
The front desk attendant Scott was awesome. The Ricky's all day grill upstairs was great as well
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,273 reviews
Price from
US$111.90
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, 1,081 reviews
Price from
US$84.11
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.

M
M.G.
From
France
The host was so kind and responsive! She waited for us to arrive even after 8 p.m! The room was cozy and warm, the view was also amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
US$100.21
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.

E
Equiknox
From
New Zealand
Awesome apartment, all amenities & those extra touches that made it especially nice...coffee choices, oven, washing machine & dryer, heating....all facilities!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Price from
US$106.91
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.

D
Dervla
From
Ireland
Anthea was lovely. Very responsive to messages and happy to allow us a slightly later check in of 630. It was easy to find the location was fantastic. Anthea was really helpful to direct us to food in the area, but also for our onward travels through British Colombia. The accommodation was cozy and clean. She had two lovely daschunds who were very friendly and a great perk of the accommodation. Definitely would stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
US$142.55
1 night, 2 adults

Island View B&B

Nanaimo

Offering a garden and quiet street view, Island View B&B is located in Nanaimo, 11 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park and 13 km from Nanaimo Museum.

K
Koichiro
From
Japan
Clean. Cute room. Friendly owner. She is like my gramma.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 465 reviews
Price from
US$99.79
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels located in the centre of Nanaimo

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 415 reviews

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

    From US$118.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews

    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.

    From US$248.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 568 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$98.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 937 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$205.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,184 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$106.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 485 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$81.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 13 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$67.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,081 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$81.85 per night

Budget hotels in Nanaimo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 352 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$122.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 38 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$90.12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 560 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$85.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,273 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$129.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 791 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$106.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 184 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$98.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 558 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$125.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 723 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$96.59 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Nanaimo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 189 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 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 62 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 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 32 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.

    From US$221.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 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.

  • 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$133.17 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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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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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$85.16 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 560 reviews
    Loved the surprise of having a bedroom all to myself. Very clean, housekeeping was wonderful. Grateful for the AC and fan in the rooms. Tv and cable worked great. Easy 25 minute walk to downtown with a great view of the water. Restaurant attached to hotel was amazing and the best Pho place with a seaside view is only 15 minutes away.
    Guest review by
    Stacey
    Canada
  • From US$205.87 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 937 reviews
    A great place to stay in Nanaimo. Very close to everything - restaurants, the Port Theatre, the harbor, and a little gem of a military museum museums. Although we did not bring a pet, it's very pet friendly with a "pet of the day" sign at the registration desk. The staff was very friendly and most were Ontario transplants.
    Guest review by
    Edward
    Canada
  • From US$125.86 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews
    The room was clean and very large. The hotel location is excellent for the Nanaimo (Departure Bay) ferry.
    Guest review by
    Ben
  • From US$119.89 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
    Rooms are nice and large. Hotel is a 10 minutes drive from the centre of Nanaimo
    Guest review by
    LF74
    United Kingdom
  • From US$98.97 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
    Liked that it is pet friendly and close to all big spots in Nanaimo
    Guest review by
    Saplala
    Canada