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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.

J
Julie
From
United States
Great location, great view of harbor, clean, comfortable. Free laundry machines. Great value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,014 reviews
Price from
$90.33
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 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews
Price from
$153.35
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, 217 reviews
Price from
$157.63
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.

L
Lima
From
Canada
Location is stunning - overlooking the harbour and seeing seaplanes coming and going Cleanliness of the room is outstanding!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews
Price from
$139.44
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.

K
Kristy
From
Canada
clean and they are dog friendly, the staff was great. excellent experience at the front desk. housekeeping staff were super friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,273 reviews
Price from
$111.98
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.

M
Marti
From
United States
Super friendly front desk staff. We were able to check in a few hours earlier than listed. Very clean room and well located on the first floor. Breakfast was plentiful. Loved the hotel's location walking distance to a park by the water. Good people watching as well as float planes! Thanks for a great stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,094 reviews
Price from
$84.16
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
$100.28
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
Karen
From
United Kingdom
Perfectly located with lovely views to the sea. Self contained unit, perfect for our stay. We only stayed one night as we were travelling between Ucluelet and Victoria but would happily have stayed for longer. Very comfortable, had an excellent night's sleep. Everything that you could want was provided by the host.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews
Price from
$106.99
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.

J
Josue Aurelio
From
Mexico
Breakfast, location and attention from personnel was excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
Price from
$142.65
1 night, 2 adults

Island View B&B

Nanaimo

Providing garden views, Island View B&B in Nanaimo provides accommodations and a garden.

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Laura
From
United States
Darlene’s place is gorgeous with beautiful gardens and amazing water views. She is a lovely and attentive host, and made us a delicious breakfast of fresh fruit, homemade scones, and scrambled eggs. The room with double beds was impeccable with a little coffee station, and the beds were cozy. Lots of extra pillows were on offer too. There is a nice pub and many other dining options nearby, and a few beautiful parks on the waterfront within a very short drive. We highly recommend a stay with her!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews
Price from
$99.85
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget hotels in Nanaimo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 564 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 $98.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,183 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 $106.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 483 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 $81.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,094 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 $83.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 356 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 $123.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 41 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 $90.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 564 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 $86.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 780 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 $90.18 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Nanaimo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,273 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 $127.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 192 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 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Just a 13-minute walk from Nanaimo Museum and 0.8 miles from Nanaimo Bastion, Luxury Penthouse Downtown Nanaimo features accommodations in Nanaimo with a casino.

    From $694.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Nanaimo Nest offers accommodations in Nanaimo, a 15-minute walk from Nanaimo Museum and 1.7 miles from Nanaimo Bastion.

    From $74.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Located within a 3-minute walk of Nanaimo Bastion and 500 yards of Newcastle Island Marine Park, The Waterfront Suites and Marina has rooms in Nanaimo.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 32 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, 5 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.

Hotels located in the center of Nanaimo

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 939 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 $172.92 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 $99.03 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 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 $288.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 561 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 $98.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 725 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 $81.91 per night
  • Departure view enjoys a location in Nanaimo, 3.8 miles from Nanaimo Bastion and 3.8 miles from Newcastle Island Marine Park.

    From $195.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews

    Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B offers accommodations in Nanaimo, 4.7 miles from Nanaimo Bastion and 4.8 miles from Newcastle Island Marine Park.

    From $123.57 per night
  • Offering a garden, Ocean's Embrace Suite features accommodations in Nanaimo. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From $655 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 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
    We had an amazing stay at Antheas place. Anthea was really nice and thougtful. She gave us good recommendations for our visit in Nanaimo. In the morning she made us a delicious breakfast with fresh eggs from her own chicken. Also her two little dogs and her cat are so cute. The room was really nice and clean. We had our own nice bathroom. The waterfront was only a 5 minute walk away. 10 out of 10 for this stay. We can definitely recommend a stay here.
    Guest review by
    Valerie
    Germany
  • From $172.92 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 939 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 $106.73 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,183 reviews
    I like the clean westcoast decor. Its walking distance to the Port Theatre.. We come from Gabriola. We walk on to the ferry, walked to dinner, then to the hotel, then to the Port. Its perfect location. The price rice is really good..
    Guest review by
    Laura
    Canada
  • From $98.46 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 561 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 $148.10 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,130 reviews
    The view of the lake is definitely the best part of the hotel.
    Guest review by
    Suraj
    Canada