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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, (1,002 reviews)
"We had a great comfortable stay."
United States
Siddhant
The price is Rp1.131.880
Rp1.312.981 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Buccaneer Inn
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

2. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, no-frills, ample parking, centrally located, competitively priced"
Canada
Ron
The price is Rp1.585.267
Rp1.838.909 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Harbour Light Motel
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

3. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (751 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is Rp1.036.764
Rp1.202.647 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Departure Bay Motel
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

4. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (835 reviews)
"Staff very helpful, big room, bed comfy, shower head amazing, towels huge, nice outdoor space"
Canada
Shelli
The price is Rp1.382.348
Rp1.603.524 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Spot
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Was an adequate room, clean and tidy, and comfortable."
Australia
Daelyn
The price is Rp1.175.634
Rp1.363.837 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A blue building with a tower, surrounded by a miniature golf course.

6. The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
Parksville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at Tide’s Inn, Rooms were clean and nice. Enjoyed the free mini golf at fun park"
Canada
Harshani
The price is Rp1.129.978
Rp1.299.538 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Tide's Inn
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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (117 reviews)
"Nice spacious and recently stylish renovation. Great walkable location"
Canada
Matthew
The price is Rp1.417.805
Rp1.630.571 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Tide’s Out
A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a kitchen visible in the background.

8. Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
Parksville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (261 reviews)
"Clean room very quiet Staff very friendly."
Canada
Alison
The price is Rp1.889.638
Rp2.173.084 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Arbutus Grove Motel
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

9. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (552 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is Rp1.382.353
Rp1.603.529 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Diplomat Motel
A rabbit in a grassy area with a building in the background.

10. Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
Parksville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (464 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a couple of nights."
Canada
Rejean
The price is Rp1.256.042
Rp1.444.448 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Skylite Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view of the forest, and a wooden floor.

11. Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Heritage Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (293 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff."
Canada
Rene
The price is Rp2.021.086
Rp2.324.312 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday House Motel
A patio area with a view of the sea and mountains, featuring potted plants, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

12. Buena Vista by the Sea

Buena Vista by the Sea
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (496 reviews)
"Warm welcome, easy check in, comfortable stay = a travel trifecta!"
United States
Lisa
The price is Rp1.815.551
Rp2.087.948 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Buena Vista by the Sea
A campground with multiple RVs, a swimming pool, and a building with a blue roof.

13. Riverside Resort & RV Park

Riverside Resort & RV Park
3.0 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (638 reviews)
"Great place to plan a family vacation with children."
Canada
Lyzbeth
The price is Rp1.706.051
Rp1.961.960 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Riverside Resort & RV Park
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, (833 reviews)
"Good price for a week and 3 adults"
Canada
Dean
The price is Rp1.620.777
Rp1.880.101 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Bluebird Motel
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a gray sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee maker.

15. South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel
2.0 star property
Lake Cowichan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (260 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Shelley
The price is Rp1.492.941
Rp1.716.907 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
South Shore Motel
A coastal hotel with a rocky shoreline, a large tree, and a view of the sea.

16. Sechelt Inn

Sechelt Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Sechelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (70 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Sonya
The price is Rp2.064.651
Rp2.394.894 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Sechelt Inn
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the street, and hanging red pendant lights.

17. Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (934 reviews)
"Nice place and great staff"
Canada
Khushal
The price is Rp1.132.341
Rp1.302.224 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Thunderbird Motor Inn
A compact hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table, and a chair.

18. Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (70 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"
United States
Katya
The price is Rp1.046.702
Rp1.203.770 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Falcon Nest Motel
A restaurant with a high, curved glass ceiling allowing natural light, seating with a view, and a decorative metal sculpture on the counter.

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 Rp1.284.066
Rp1.476.708 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Fuller Lake 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, (338 reviews)
"A great place"
Canada
scott
The price is Rp1.890.406
Rp2.192.871 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Oceanside Villas
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Nanaimo Motels information

Number of reviews
7,703
Accommodation
18 Motels
Lowest Price
Rp1.202.647
Highest Price
Rp2.394.894

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Nanaimo?
If you're having a hard time finding motels in Nanaimo, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 133 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
Motel properties often offer free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Nanaimo?
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy access to the terrace and restaurant, as well as room amenities such as a microwave. Harbour Light Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and a computer station are available during your stay. It's located within a short 6-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Departure Bay Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. The Bluebird Motel: It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Your room amenities include free Wi-Fi. 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 self-parking.
How many motels will I be able to find in Nanaimo?
Expedia has 9 affordable motels in Nanaimo.
What can I do in Nanaimo?
While you're sightseeing in this walkable area, explore 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 road trip, 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 temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of 4°C. The rainiest months in Nanaimo are November, January, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 226 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Nanaimo while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around 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) away. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.