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Our top choices for Nanaimo cheap hotels

A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies with outdoor furniture, a central entrance with a covered area, and a parking lot.
A compact living space with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a kitchenette.
A hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, including various appliances and food items.

1. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo
Canada
Evgeny
P4,665
P5,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.
A room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden table with two stools, a red sofa, and a sliding glass door leading outside.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern building with a two-story structure, a staircase, and a small porch area.

2. The Spot

The Spot
Central Nanaimo
Canada
Gary
P4,409
P5,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Spot
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.
A corner room with a bay window, a table with two chairs, a potted plant, and a radiator.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a mirror.

3. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
Nanaimo
Canada
Chris
P4,765
P5,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Harbour Light Motel
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A house with a pond and a deck.
A cozy living room with a wooden interior, a fireplace, a television, and a sofa.
A reception area with a sign reading "The Centre Shop & Main Office," a reception desk, a fan, and a display of items on shelves.

4. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
Nanaimo
Canada
Brandon
P3,628
P5,545 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Bethlehem Centre
A blue building with a tower, surrounded by a miniature golf course.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with people and tents.
A covered outdoor area with a bench, hanging flower baskets, and a view of a parking lot and buildings in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a small table with a phone, and a bathroom with a mirror and towel rack.

5. The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
Parksville
Canada
Jason
P4,369
P5,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Tide's Inn
An outdoor patio with a stone-tiled floor, wooden tables, and a built-in grill.
Room
A reception desk with two staff members, a large flat-screen TV displaying a cityscape, and a decorative chandelier.
A miniature golf course with a castle-like building in the background.

6. Coast Parksville Hotel

Coast Parksville Hotel
Parksville
Canada
Brian
P5,745
P6,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Coast Parksville Hotel
A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, a herringbone floor pattern, and a seating area with a lamp and a plant.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of wood and metal materials, and a sign indicating it is the "Hotel FENIX."
A spacious balcony with a glass ceiling, offering a view of the outdoor area.
A modern lobby with a herringbone floor pattern, a reception desk with a wooden panel design, and a staircase with a metal railing.

7. Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
Parksville
Canada
Mohamad
P6,057
P6,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a ferry with a waiting room sign, and a cityscape in the background.
A building with a sign reading "Painted Turtle Guesthouse."
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

8. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Downtown Nanaimo
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
P5,567
P6,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A parking area with a wooden fence, a yellow car, and a building with a sign.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, a sofa, a window, and a wall mural.
A multi-story building with balconies, a lawn with chairs, and a table.
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a view of a building and hills through a large window, and a curtain.

9. Wessex Inn By The Sea

Wessex Inn By The Sea
Cowichan Bay
Canada
Herminia
P4,409
P5,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Wessex Inn By The Sea
A restaurant with a high, curved glass ceiling allowing natural light, seating with a view, and a decorative metal sculpture on the counter.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa, and a ceiling fan.
An archway of dense green foliage leading to a paved path.

10. Fuller Lake Motel

Fuller Lake Motel
Chemainus
Canada
Laraine
P4,890
P5,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Fuller Lake Motel
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Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

8/10 Good
"Good rooms and good rates"
Sheldon 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
The Spot

The Spot

10/10 Excellent
"I liked the location to the ferry."
Gary 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
The Spot
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

8/10 Good
"-"
Ricardo Hudson 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel

8/10 Good
"The room was clean and check in was easy. Staff was friendly. Unfortunately, walls are thin and I could hear people in the joining rooms. Too noisy for trying to get to sleep. I ahadd to get up very early to get to the airport and wan'"
Kelley 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Harbour Light Motel

Frequently asked questions

What is Nanaimo like for travelers on a budget?
Nanaimo offers a variety of cheap accommodations and things to do, making it a great getaway spot for budget travelers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Old City Quarter, Nanaimo Museum, and Vancouver Island Conference Centre.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Nanaimo?
Based on reviews, Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Other options to stay on the cheap include Harbour Light Motel and The Spot.
How many budget hotels will I find in Nanaimo?
Expedia has 5 hotels in Nanaimo that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Nanaimo?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Nanaimo, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are December and February with an average of 39°F. The rainiest months in Nanaimo are November, January, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Nanaimo?
Nanaimo draws tourists with its island views and hiking trails, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then make time for activities that cost little or nothing at all. Enjoy the outdoors at Protection Island and Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Woodgrove Shopping Centre.
How can I get to Nanaimo and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Nanaimo can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from the center in Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. You can take a ferry from the port.

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