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BBQ/picnic area

1. 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 ₩89,654
₩103,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Spot
Exterior

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,470 reviews)
"Close walk to the water, clean rooms and helpful staff"
Canada
Stephan
The price is ₩117,137
₩135,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

3. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"great stay for the price!"
Canada
James
The price is ₩105,423
₩122,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Buccaneer Inn
Exterior

4. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,039 reviews)
"Nice hotel reasonably priced."
Canada
Rick
The price is ₩146,421
₩169,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Reception

5. 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 ₩96,564
₩112,018 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Departure Bay Motel
Exterior

6. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff"
Canada
Jesse
The price is ₩96,855
₩112,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

7. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (839 reviews)
"Good price for a week and 3 adults"
Canada
Dean
The price is ₩125,799
₩145,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
The Bluebird Motel
Exterior

8. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.5 km from Central Nanaimo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,836 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
Canada
Sharon
The price is ₩161,919
₩187,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior

9. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,372 reviews)
"Fantastic place!!"
Canada
Manjusha
The price is ₩156,708
₩181,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
View from property

10. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.4 km from Central Nanaimo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The location of the hotel was absolutely perfect for our little family break"
Canada
Manvir
The price is ₩158,135
₩183,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Front of property

11. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Central Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and close to amenities."
Canada
Christine
The price is ₩153,538
₩178,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Quality Inn
Property entrance

12. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
3.8 km from Central Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. Right on the lake, clean, comfortable, and quiet."
Canada
Erin
The price is ₩80,190
₩122,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Bethlehem Centre
Front of property

13. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Central 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 ₩125,012
₩145,014 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Harbour Light Motel
Exterior

14. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Central Nanaimo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Building is beautiful, room spotless, staff very helpful and kind. Had a wonderful stay. Will stay there again!"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is ₩152,573
₩176,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Exterior

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
4.3 km from Central Nanaimo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,515 reviews)
"This is an adequate hotel, clean, but definitely an older facility."
Canada
Darlene
The price is ₩152,441
₩176,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Indoor spa tub

16. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
5.8 km from Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,121 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean and nice location on the lake."
Canada
Robin
The price is ₩172,385
₩199,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Inn On Long Lake
Exterior

17. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
20.3 km from Central Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,351 reviews)
"Excellent staff lovely place great location will stay again"
Canada
Nicole Di
The price is ₩195,442
₩224,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
View from property

18. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (348 reviews)
"This was a really great place to stay with comfy bed and hotel room standards and amenities +. I especially was happy that they allow smoking on the balcony."
Canada
Wendy
The price is ₩151,894
₩176,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Front of property

19. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
3.6 km from Central 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 ₩107,294
₩124,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Diplomat Motel
Lobby

20. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
8.1 km from Central Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Super nice hotel and breakfast in the morning is such a bonus!"
Canada
ROBIN
The price is ₩177,527
₩205,931 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Best Western Northgate Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Central Nanaimo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,011 reviews
View
BBQ/picnic area
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
839 reviews
View
Reception
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
759 reviews
View
Exterior
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
1,001 reviews
View
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
839 reviews
View

Where to stay in Central Nanaimo

Find the best Central Nanaimo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm sea with a large cruise ship in the distance, surrounded by forested islands.
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Open Photo by Geoff Stephen

Departure Bay

While visiting Departure Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

A marina with boats at sunset, mountains in the background, and a forested shoreline.

Downtown Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Nanaimo Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Stephenson Point

Though Stephenson Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

Top Central Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Dan 1-night trip
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Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Nanaimo?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Nanaimo's Central Nanaimo neighborhood. Are you looking for Central Nanaimo travel tips? Be sure to check out Maffeo Sutton Park and Chinese Cemetery while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Central Nanaimo?
Based on our traveler data, Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Nanaimo. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo and The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Central Nanaimo area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Nanaimo, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 21 Central Nanaimo hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Nanaimo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Central Nanaimo.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central Nanaimo?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Central Nanaimo, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do in this Nanaimo neighborhood?
If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Central Nanaimo, check out Stones Marina and Townsite Marina. Maffeo Sutton Park and Chinese Cemetery are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Pryde Vista Golf Course, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, and Buttertubs Marsh Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Nanaimo. While you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo, be sure to visit other sights like Arbutus Distillery or Nanaimo Ice Centre.