This harbour-view Nanaimo hotel, located on Vancouver Island, is about 5.5 kilometers from the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 10 kilometers from the Duke Point Ferry Terminal.
Anthea
United Kingdom
They let us drop our bags off earlier in the day and put them in storage which was very helpful and then delivered them to the room in the evening.
Boasting rooms with ocean or city views, Coast Bastion Hotel in Nanaimo city centre is 2 minutes’ walk to shops and restaurants on Harbourfront Walkway. A restaurant is located on site.
Ray
Canada
Had a beautiful upscale room that we had booked in advance, which fully lived up to our expectations. Staff were very courteous, helpful and showed real pride in their hotel.
Offering a fitness centre, 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.
Set in Nanaimo, within 48 km of Maple Bay and 8.1 km of Nanaimo Museum, Cranberry Arms Pub and Hotel offers accommodation with a bar and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive....
Shari
Canada
Nicely finished, very clean and fresh. Seems to have recently been refinished and was very tastefully done. Friendly staff, but very limited. If you’re looking for a great place to sleep and get a meal or a drink at a very reasonable rate, I’d definitely recommended it, but I would not suggest staying here if you looking for concierge services or other amenities. It was exactly what I was looking for, would have liked to have stayed longer and spent time at the pub!
Located just minutes away from the BC Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo city centre, this hotel features a free, deluxe continental breakfast and guestrooms with a balcony. Free WiFi is provided on site.
Stefan
Austria
Nice big room, close to nanaimo city center (less than 10min to walk), good price, helpful staff. Laundry is possible, but only in self service. Good point to visit many things in the surroundings (from Parksville to Chemainus many parks with a roughly 30min drive, North Island Wild Recovery Center is worth a visit!)
Just 10 minutes’ drive from Departure Bay ferry terminal, this Nanaimo hotel features an on-site whisky and wine bar. Free WiFi is offered in all areas. A fitness centre is available for guest use.
Nel
Canada
Location is perfect. There is a restaurant on the premises. Parking was easy. The room was very nice. I had a fireplace (not needed ), a fridge and a microwave.
This downtown Nanaimo hotel overlooks the Inner Harbour and is across the street from the Seaplane Terminal. The hotel offers free WiFi and free parking.
Located in Vancouver’s Harbour City, The Spot offers free WiFi and is within walking distance to a coin-operated launderette. This property is a 1.5 km drive from Nanaimo city centre.
Nanaimo is a cool little city. Depending on the goal of your trip renting a vehicle is recommended, since the city is spread out. As well there is much to see in surrounding areas. With the ocean, mountains and forest this community is surrounded by nature and beauty!
Natasha
Canada
6.0
Scored 6.0
We had a great dinner at Firehouse Grill and fantastic...
We had a great dinner at Firehouse Grill and fantastic coffee at Regards Coffee and the walk along the waterfront was nice but nothing super special, in all honesty it's kind of a dreary, quiet place that isn't very pretty. Maybe it has way more to offer than what meets the eye but I truly wouldn't care to stay there for more than a night passing through.
Chelsea
Canada
10
Scored 10
There was a couple of RATS outside by the pool but they...
There was a couple of RATS outside by the pool but they stayed away from people. The hot tub wasn’t working either. But the pool was GLORIOUS and the room was clean to perfection. It was a nice place to sleep in!
David
Canada
6.0
Scored 6.0
I didn't see much of Nanaimo, just Petraglyph Park, before...
I didn't see much of Nanaimo, just Petraglyph Park, before heading to Victoria. This side of Nanaimo was quiet, and I left very early. One great thing about South Nanaimo is its proximity to the Duke Point Ferry - a short drive. Also, the lack of nightlife meant my visit was quiet.
I would recommend visiting Petraglyph Park. It's not easy to find it, you have to be driving on the northbound side, but it's beautiful. I've enjoyed other aspects of Nanaimo in the past, especially the Woodgrove area, and I've found people there very friendly.
Clucky
Canada
10
Scored 10
Lots of parking available in Nanaimo downtown, ( dont park...
Lots of parking available in Nanaimo downtown, ( dont park on yellow band or else you get ticket) and walk around harbor and see sea plane takes off and landing. lots of trails to explore. you can catch fish on the shore.
SanjayKumar
Canada
8.0
Scored 8.0
The ocean was the best part as there are many places to...
The ocean was the best part as there are many places to visit and the views are awesome. People were very friendly everywhere I went. The city is kept quite clean. Parks are nicely attended. Overall visit was very pleasant. Easy to get around having a vehicle as everything is very spread out. Piper's Cove and the harbor downtown were favorite.
What went well?
The 4 day visit from start to finish far exceeded my expectations.
Darlene the owner/hostess is a wonderful person.
She cooked me incredible breakfasts every morning and even sat chatting with me for a couple of hours each morning.
The breakfasts were incredible and far better than eating in a restaurant.
The B&B was very comfortable and made me feel right a home.
Definitely the place to stay in Nanaimo, BC!!!
When I drove up I was underwhelmed as the building looks a little old school from a distance. I was late checking in, but there were still a few parking spots close to the front door. When I walked in everything was fresh and new, staff were fantastic and the room I was in felt recently renovated. Carpet was new, bed was perfect, room was very clean. Best hotel sleep I've had in a very long time. So quiet in there.
I was a bit resistant to book a motel at first due to the impression I had from TV shows. But after staying at this hotel, I found it exceeded my expectations. I could feel that the owner must be very detail-oriented and clean. I really enjoyed the stay at Buccaneer Inn. I will come back if I had the chance to come back Nanaimo..
Location was perfect. Right downtown and across the street from the harbour.
I very quickly grew confidence in staff happily altering my requests, with issues as my arrival time changing due to flight disruptions.
All staff from front desk to housekeeping were so accommodating, friendly, and eager to assist. Best stay ever!
The property was right by the lake, pet friendly. Rooms were clean. Breakfast was included, but “to go” due to current health restrictions. Rentals for kayaks, pedal boat and paddle board were reasonable. There were two grills available near the dock for barbecues which guests can use free of charge.
The room has a kitchenet. It was spacious enough and the bed was comfortable. The location was far from Nanaimo downtown (25 mins drive approx) but walmart, Save On Foods etc. were on a 5 mins drive and Real Canadian Store was just across the street.
Overall, a nice place to stay.
The location is not great, too close to highway 1, fortunately there are not many cars on the road, otherwise it is not convenient to drive in and out of the hotel. Also, there was no breakfast, the day we went was Monday and many restaurants were not open.
Staff were lovely, rooms were clean and comfortable, and the whole hotel had a unique boutique vibe. Showers were fantastic too!
Also a just a short walk to a bunch of food places, which was lovely for me arriving after a long day of travel.
Immaculate kitchen and common rooms. Very friendly and warm and welcoming people who were in residence there. Really exceeded my expectations all around and is so incredibly central to anything downtown Nanaimo has to offer.
Not too far from down town nanimo , about a 12 min walk to the harbour which was great for us as we are walkers ! This hotel is new , stylish and very clean ! Staff was very friendly
Beautiful inn, extremely clean and quiet. Amazing view and the staff were all helpful and welcoming. Lots of guest amenities. Beautiful lake, beautiful view. Pet friendly.
Best value in Nanaimo. Clean, spacious and well laid out room. Lots of plugs for charging devices. Great budget room within walking distance of downtown.
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