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Our top choices for Nanaimo motels

Living area

1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"great stay for the price!"
Canada
James
The price is P4,803
P5,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Buccaneer Inn
BBQ/picnic area

2. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (839 reviews)
"Staff very helpful, big room, bed comfy, shower head amazing, towels huge, nice outdoor space"
Canada
Shelli
The price is P4,084
P4,738 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Spot
Front of property

3. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"A charming, old school motel that anyone who has spent vacations going on road trips will appreciate for its charm and the memories of road trips past it conjures up. Comfy with all of the typical amenities we are used to, with that unique touch that is absent when staying at a corporate chain motel."
Canada
Philip
The price is P5,695
P6,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Harbour Light Motel
Reception

4. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (759 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is P4,399
P5,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Departure Bay Motel
Exterior

5. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff"
Canada
Jesse
The price is P4,399
P5,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Mini-golf

6. The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
Parksville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at this hotel."
Canada
JUBRAN
The price is P3,995
P4,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Tide's Inn
Arcade

7. The Tide’s Out

The Tide’s Out
2.0 star property
Parksville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (132 reviews)
"Very nice motel, fully renovated and well done. Came with free mini golf across the toad which was a nice touch. Quiet area, comfortable bed and well appointed room. Great stay, good value!"
Canada
Curtis
The price is P5,206
P5,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Tide’s Out
Restaurant

8. Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
Parksville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (263 reviews)
"A nice quiet place to stay close to rathreavor beach!"
Canada
Kaitlynn
The price is P5,987
P6,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Arbutus Grove Motel
Front of property

9. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (554 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is P4,888
P5,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Diplomat Motel
Children's area

10. Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
Parksville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (468 reviews)
"We stayed one night it was excellent. The staff is friendly very clean room ,free parking and convenient."
Canada
Eshetu
The price is P4,439
P5,105 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Skylite Motel
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes

11. Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Heritage Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (295 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff."
Canada
Rene
The price is P6,700
P7,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Holiday House Motel
Waterslide

12. Riverside Resort & RV Park

Riverside Resort & RV Park
3.0 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (650 reviews)
"Great place to plan a family vacation with children."
Canada
Lyzbeth
The price is P6,367
P7,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Riverside Resort & RV Park
Property grounds

13. Buena Vista by the Sea

Buena Vista by the Sea
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (504 reviews)
"Warm welcome, easy check in, comfortable stay = a travel trifecta!"
United States
Lisa
The price is P6,417
P7,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Buena Vista by the Sea
Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

14. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (839 reviews)
"Staff was very nice room was clean and centrslly located have stayed 2 or 3 times and will continue to stay when in nanimo"
Canada
laurie
The price is P5,731
P6,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
The Bluebird Motel
View from property

15. Sechelt Inn

Sechelt Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Sechelt
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (82 reviews)
"Beautiful Stay"
Canada
Emma
The price is P7,301
P8,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Sechelt Inn
Dining

16. Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (947 reviews)
"Stay was okay For the price - excellent"
Canada
ANASTACIO
The price is P4,036
P4,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Thunderbird Motor Inn
50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

17. South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel
2.0 star property
Lake Cowichan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (265 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Shelley
The price is P5,279
P6,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
South Shore Motel
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

18. Oceanside Villas

Oceanside Villas
2.0 star property
Sechelt
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (340 reviews)
"A great place"
Canada
scott
The price is P6,682
P7,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Oceanside Villas
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

19. Fuller Lake Motel

Fuller Lake Motel
2.5 star property
Chemainus
7.4 out of 10, Good, (427 reviews)
"There is plenty of parking, rooms are clean, very comfortable beds and clean, staff is very nice and pleasant to deal with, they are pet friendly for people who are traveling with pets(dogs only)"
Canada
Rodney
The price is P4,540
P5,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Fuller Lake Motel
WiFi (free), individually decorated, individually furnished

20. Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (71 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"
United States
Katya
The price is P3,699
P4,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Falcon Nest Motel
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Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

8/10 Good
"Good breakfast and staff"
Paulo Cesar 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

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Nanaimo Motels information

Number of reviews
8,473
Accommodation
18 Motels
Lowest Price
P4,254
Highest Price
P8,469

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Nanaimo?
If you're not able to find a motel in Nanaimo, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 134 lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Nanaimo?
Harbour Light Motel: Stay within a short 6-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including WiFi and parking. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites: A terrace and a restaurant are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Departure Bay Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Buccaneer Inn: It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. The Spot: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels are there in Nanaimo?
Expedia has 9 low-priced motels in Nanaimo.
What can I do in Nanaimo?
While you're sightseeing in this walkable area, check out the bustling port and enjoy the scenic seaside. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Protection Island, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, and Departure Bay Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf, and Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company. To learn more about local history, take some time at Bastion and Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Old City Quarter, Nanaimo Museum, and Casino Nanaimo.
What's the weather like in Nanaimo?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Nanaimo to help you plan yours: 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 are my options for getting around Nanaimo when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Nanaimo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome), which is located 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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