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Our top choices for Nanaimo motels

A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is ₩102,546
₩118,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Buccaneer Inn
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

2. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (850 reviews)
"Good value."
United States
Leah
The price is ₩94,790
₩109,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
The Spot
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

3. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Friendly staff too"
Canada
Jeffrey
The price is ₩110,110
₩127,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Harbour Light Motel
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

4. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (772 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is ₩93,928
₩108,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Departure Bay Motel
A blue building with a tower, surrounded by a miniature golf course.

5. The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
Parksville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay with lots of activities for everyone."
Canada
Jason
The price is ₩85,312
₩98,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Tide's Inn
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

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)
"Nice location with breakfast. Staff is pretty good."
Canada
shu
The price is ₩79,916
₩92,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A pool area with water rides and a large building resembling a house.

7. The Tide’s Out

The Tide’s Out
2.0 star property
Parksville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (145 reviews)
"This was our second year visit and we’re so impressed with the renovations!! Wonderful stay, staff and atmosphere."
Canada
Pat and Stephen
The price is ₩111,164
₩127,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Tide’s Out
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

8. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (555 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is ₩113,940
₩132,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Diplomat Motel
A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a kitchen visible in the background.

9. Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
Parksville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (269 reviews)
"Excellent place for short stays"
Canada
Rob
The price is ₩127,949
₩147,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Arbutus Grove Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view of the forest, and a wooden floor.

10. Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Heritage Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (297 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff."
Canada
Rene
The price is ₩143,177
₩164,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday House Motel
A rabbit in a grassy area with a building in the background.

11. Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
Parksville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (477 reviews)
"We stayed one night it was excellent. The staff is friendly very clean room ,free parking and convenient."
Canada
Eshetu
The price is ₩94,791
₩109,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Skylite Motel
A campground with multiple RVs, a swimming pool, and a building with a blue roof.

12. Riverside Resort & RV Park

Riverside Resort & RV Park
3.0 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (656 reviews)
"Great place to plan a family vacation with children."
Canada
Lyzbeth
The price is ₩136,075
₩156,488 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Riverside Resort & RV Park
A patio area with a view of the sea and mountains, featuring potted plants, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

13. Buena Vista by the Sea

Buena Vista by the Sea
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (509 reviews)
"Warm welcome, easy check in, comfortable stay = a travel trifecta!"
United States
Lisa
The price is ₩128,514
₩147,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Buena Vista by the Sea
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

14. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (844 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 ₩122,366
₩141,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
The Bluebird Motel
A coastal hotel with a rocky shoreline, a large tree, and a view of the sea.

15. Sechelt Inn

Sechelt Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Sechelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (97 reviews)
"Perfectly located the room was beautiful and the staff amazing"
Canada
Carolyn
The price is ₩156,019
₩180,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Sechelt Inn
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the street, and hanging red pendant lights.

16. Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (960 reviews)
"Stay was okay For the price - excellent"
Canada
ANASTACIO
The price is ₩85,532
₩98,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Thunderbird Motor Inn
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a gray sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee maker.

17. South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel
2.0 star property
Lake Cowichan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (269 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Shelley
The price is ₩112,816
₩129,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
South Shore Motel
A restaurant with a high, curved glass ceiling allowing natural light, seating with a view, and a decorative metal sculpture on the counter.

18. Fuller Lake Motel

Fuller Lake Motel
2.5 star property
Chemainus
7.4 out of 10, Good, (430 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 ₩93,439
₩107,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Fuller Lake Motel
A compact hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table, and a chair.

19. Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"
United States
Katya
The price is ₩78,992
₩90,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Falcon Nest Motel
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of the sea.

20. Oceanside Villas

Oceanside Villas
2.0 star property
Sechelt
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (344 reviews)
"A great place"
Canada
scott
The price is ₩142,793
₩165,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Oceanside Villas
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Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn

Quality Inn

8/10 Good
"Nice clean room, big. Nice place to stay."
Chad 1-night trip
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Quality Inn

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Nanaimo Motels information

Number of reviews
7,876
Accommodation
18 Motels
Lowest Price
₩90,846
Highest Price
₩180,974

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. Departure Bay Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites: Enjoy access to the terrace and restaurant, as well as room amenities like a microwave. Stay within a quick 3-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 Vancouver Island Conference Centre.
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.