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Our top choices for Nanaimo motels

BBQ/picnic area

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (735 reviews)
"Easy checkin, clean rooms, comfortable beds. We had an excellent stay. "
Canada
Deepak
The price is ￥9,934
￥12,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
The Spot
Mini-golf

The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
Parksville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Was a nice and easy hotel to find right off the hyway and quiet clean room "
Canada
Aaron
The price is ￥11,288
￥12,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 16 - Apr 17
The Tide's Inn
Reception

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (591 reviews)
"Rooms were spotless, staff were very cordial."
Canada
William
The price is ￥10,047
￥11,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Departure Bay Motel
Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (888 reviews)
"Clean and a handy location to the Nanaimo area"
Canada
Larry
The price is ￥13,596
￥15,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Buccaneer Inn
Front of property

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"All was excellent "
Canada
Marilyn
The price is ￥11,875
￥13,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Harbour Light Motel
Beach nearby

Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (593 reviews)
"Super clean and great staff. "
Canada
Winston
The price is ￥12,543
￥14,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Ocean Crest Motel
Restaurant

Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
Parksville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (209 reviews)
"The stay was great. Quite and clean. Staff was really freindly, i would stay again. One of the best sleeps I had also. "
Canada
Danny
The price is ￥15,363
￥17,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Arbutus Grove Motel
Arcade

The Tide’s Out

The Tide’s Out
2.0 star property
Parksville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Very friendly stay and love the place"
Canada
Leilani
The price is ￥13,360
￥15,365 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
The Tide’s Out
Property grounds

Buena Vista by the Sea

Buena Vista by the Sea
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (422 reviews)
"nice clean room with full kitchen and great view!"
Canada
Brad
The price is ￥14,395
￥16,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Buena Vista by the Sea
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes

Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Ladysmith
7.8 out of 10, Good, (251 reviews)
"The property was great for a quick stay"
Canada
Katherine
The price is ￥14,810
￥17,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Holiday House Motel
Children's area

Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
Parksville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (398 reviews)
"We have stayed here twice and the rooms are clean, staff are very pleasant & friendly. The location is perfect , close to everything you may need. I have highly recommended this location to all my friends & family. Thank you."
Canada
Margaret
The price is ￥11,392
￥13,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Skylite Motel
Beach

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (511 reviews)
"Great place to stay & clean"
Canada
Crystal
The price is ￥10,932
￥12,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Diplomat Motel
Exterior

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (850 reviews)
"Good room. Freshly renovated. The only downfall was a couple that got into a fight early in the morning. "
Canada
Megan
The price is ￥10,218
￥11,852 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (743 reviews)
"Best sleep in days"
Canada
Diane
The price is ￥12,672
￥14,698 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
The Bluebird Motel
Waterslide

Riverside Resort & RV Park

Riverside Resort & RV Park
3.0 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (524 reviews)
"Room was spotless and staff are great."
Canada
Marie Angela
The price is ￥16,270
￥18,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Riverside Resort & RV Park
The Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels

Cedar Grove Motel and Cabins

Cedar Grove Motel and Cabins
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (241 reviews)
"Great staff and nice campground"
Canada
Marc
The price is ￥24,050
￥27,657 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Cedar Grove Motel and Cabins
Dining

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (794 reviews)
"Nice place for the money"
Canada
Daryn
The price is ￥11,288
￥12,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Thunderbird Motor Inn
50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel
2.0 star property
Lake Cowichan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Easy check in, very clean, comfortable and nicely updated. Situated in a peaceful and quiet forest setting. Near downtown amenities, recreation hall and sportsplex. Highly recommend!! "
Canada
Mya
The price is ￥13,140
￥15,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
South Shore Motel
Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (40 reviews)
"Good motel with friendly staff"
Canada
fedir
The price is ￥12,658
￥14,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Falcon Nest Motel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Fuller Lake Motel

Fuller Lake Motel
2.5 star property
Chemainus
7.2 out of 10, Good, (401 reviews)
"The room was very clean. Friendly staff, easy parking, and a quiet room. "
Canada
Alison
The price is ￥13,515
￥15,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Fuller Lake Motel
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Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake

10/10 Excellent
"This is the main place i stay when in town. Love the room size, convenient location if you have a car and that every room has a lake view. "
James 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Inn On Long Lake

Find out more about Nanaimo

Nanaimo Motels information

Number of reviews
9,231
Accommodation
18 Motels
Lowest Price
￥11,656
Highest Price
￥27,657

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 119 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?
Departure Bay Motel: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. The Bluebird Motel: Access to free WiFi is included. It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Harbour Light Motel: Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a short 6-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. The Spot: It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area are available during your stay. Buccaneer Inn: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy the in-room kitchen, 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 The Wool Shop. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Old City Quarter, Nanaimo Museum, and Bastion.
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.