Consider a stay at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Grand Cru Restaurant, offers brunch, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
Nanaimo is home to The Grand Hotel Nanaimo. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Frank Crane Arena, or consider a night out at Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Nanaimo travel guide
4898 Rutherford Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 4Z4
What's nearby
Long Lake
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Nanaimo North Town Centre
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Galaxy Cinemas Nanaimo
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Woodgrove Shopping Centre
6 min drive - 5.4 km
Vancouver Island University
10 min drive - 11.1 km
Getting around
Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
20 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
3 min walk
Smokin' George's BBQ
15 min walk
Thrifty Foods
2 min drive
Bodhi's Artisan Bakery
16 min walk
Kame - Premium Japanese cuisine
17 min walk
About this property
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Hotel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo. The on-site restaurant, Grand Cru Restaurant, offers brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services
A banquet hall, a vending machine, and 5 meeting rooms
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Refrigerators, microwaves, and irons/ironing boards
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Separate sitting areas, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping
Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Grand Cru Restaurant
Whik(e)y Bar
Things to do
Gym
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
5 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
A credit card must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: CAD 200.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Frequently asked questions
Is The Grand Hotel Nanaimo pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?
As of Sep 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo on Oct 17, 2026 start from P6,382, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Grand Hotel Nanaimo located?
Situated in Nanaimo, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Nanaimo North Town Centre and Long Lake. Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park and Woodgrove Shopping Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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The hotel is centrally located and easy to access. Lots of free parking with a secure garage. Well appointed rooms with windows that opened. Best Nanaimo hotel I have used.
Beautiful place, very well maintained, lots of small extras. Loved the small balcony. We'll priced for the area. Easy to get to and check in was fast. Relaxing, comfortable place
I had a great experience during my stay! The receptionist was incredibly helpful during the check-in process.
The restaurant downstairs was also great. My waiter was so friendly and went above and beyond by giving me recommendations for nearby walking trails and places to explore, which I really appreciated and ended up loving.
Overall, the friendly and helpful staff made my stay great. Thank you!
Another elevator would help move the guests quicker.
Otherwise a great hotel and a good dinner menu.
Good breakfast.
I would stay at the Grand Hotel again.
Sharon
Great Hotel
The hotel and the grounds were lovely and clean. I loved the style of decorating and the feel it gave off. Breakfast was good but be sure to understand if it is included with your booking as not all are. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Registration was quick and easy. The locked underground parkade was very good to have. We ate at the restaurant and the service and food were very good. The breakfast was also good- fresh baked good, cereal, toast and bags, yogurt and boiled eggs.
A quiet, stately hotel - good sized rooms with a desk and table. Underground secure parking (free) and very knowledgeable staff in the whisky bar! They used to include a full breakfast but it's now reduced to a barely adequate continental. Still, I would stay here again.
We were a large group and when our plans changed for dinner the hotels restaurant accommodated us with ease and dinner was excellent!! The staff was excellent! Thank you
Elegant old-style hotel with a wonderful restaurant / bar. We had to extend our stay multiple times and the staff went over and above to ensure we were accommodated. Hats off to all the staff - they are amazing!