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Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1495)
"Great location"
Canada
Mark
The price is P7,276
P8,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1149)
"Excellent location and friendly staff!"
Canada
Sonya
The price is P6,142
P7,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
1.9 km from Vancouver Island University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great place to stay in Nanaimo "
Canada
Derrick
The price is P4,600
P5,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Quality Inn

Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Vancouver Island University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83)
"Lovely place to stay. Right on the lake, clean, comfortable, and quiet."
Canada
Erin
Bethlehem Centre

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Vancouver Island University
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (685)
"Lovely room, nice staff"
Canada
Kai
The price is P4,213
P5,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Spot

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Vancouver Island University
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"everything from room to service to location is first rate. we will return."
Canada
maurice
The price is P5,083
P5,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Vancouver Island University
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Great stay. Staff is friendly, and location is convenient"
United States
Tim
The price is P5,476
P6,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Room was spotless and staff courteous."
Canada
edward
The price is P5,540
P6,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Harbour Light Motel

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1156)
"Great staff, good breakfast . Will definitely stay here again. "
Canada
Crystal
The price is P4,553
P5,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Vancouver Island University
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1502)
"Enjoyed our stay very much. Fantastic Staff!"
Canada
PETER
The price is P5,025
P5,829 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
2.2 km from Vancouver Island University
7.8 out of 10, Good, (262)
"Fine for a stop over, hostel lovers or for those that don't need much space. Room was very small but clean, building is old and charming; creaky floors with thin walls. The bathrooms were not very clean, smelled like urine with dirty, small and grimy shower. "
Canada
Lana
The price is P4,089
P4,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Value Lodge Economy Motel

Value Lodge Economy Motel
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Vancouver Island University
7.4 out of 10, Good, (342)
"Decent staff and accomo"
Canada
Jann
The price is P4,681
P5,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Value Lodge Economy Motel

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
7.2 out of 10, Good, (504)
"Great place to stay & clean"
Canada
Crystal
The price is P4,080
P4,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Diplomat Motel

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Vancouver Island University
7.2 out of 10, Good, (827)
"Great place to stay "
Canada
Doug
The price is P3,717
P4,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Vancouver Island University
7.0 out of 10, Good, (731)
"Quick check in and easy parking "
Canada
leo
The price is P5,149
P5,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
The Bluebird Motel

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
3.3 km from Vancouver Island University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (873)
"Clean, comfortable and friendly staff."
United States
Steve
The price is P4,344
P5,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Buccaneer Inn

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Vancouver Island University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (311)
"Friendly and helpful host, incredible sea views, immaculately clean, spacious and modern apartment. "
United Kingdom
Keri
The price is P5,850
P6,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
7.5 km from Vancouver Island University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1022)
"Great staff friendly service "
Canada
Malarie
Inn On Long Lake

Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
10 km from Vancouver Island University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Staff was very friendly and our room is nice and clean."
Canada
Karen
The price is P6,724
P7,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Best Western Northgate Inn

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
7.7 km from Vancouver Island University
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Great hotel"
Canada
Tejveer Singh
The price is P5,807
P6,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Vancouver Island University?
Vancouver Island University is located in a welcoming area of Nanaimo known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Vancouver Island University?
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Vancouver Island University. Other good options within 5 miles include Coast Bastion Hotel and Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Vancouver Island University?
Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Vancouver Island University.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Vancouver Island University, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Vancouver Island University.
What can I see and do near Vancouver Island University?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Petroglyph Park and Beach Estates Park. Create some family memories at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and Brechin Lanes. You can enjoy nature at Protection Island, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, or Departure Bay Beach.