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Our top choices for Nanaimo beach hotels

A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,905 reviews)
The price is ￥18,764
￥21,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Coast Bastion Hotel
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,540 reviews)
The price is ￥11,219
￥13,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

3. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,375 reviews)
The price is ￥17,237
￥19,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

4. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Nanaimo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
The price is ￥16,160
￥18,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, large windows, and chandeliers.

5. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
The price is ￥14,835
￥17,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

6. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,121 reviews)
The price is ￥17,595
￥20,411 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Inn On Long Lake
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

7. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
The price is ￥15,027
￥17,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

8. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,055 reviews)
The price is ￥14,325
￥16,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

9. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
The price is ￥9,905
￥11,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Harbour Light Motel
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.

10. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
The price is ￥12,033
￥13,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Buccaneer Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Nanaimo

Pool
Breakfast included

Beach hotels with pools in Nanaimo

A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1375)
The price is ￥17,237
￥19,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Nanaimo

A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1540)
The price is ￥11,219
￥13,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
Downtown Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent

Couldn’t find a regular pub with good food
United States
Frank
Reviewed July 7, 2024
Coast Bastion Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nanaimo like for travelers who love the beach?

Known for its island views and boating, Nanaimo offers a lot for the traveler planning a getaway.

What's the best hotel for a beach vacation in Nanaimo?

Inn On Long Lake is a top beachfront hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi, and it's located close to Departure Bay Beach.

When's the best time for a beach vacation in Nanaimo?

You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Nanaimo: 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 is there to see and do around Nanaimo?

After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can spend some quality time by the water at Departure Bay Beach. Take advantage of the area's boating and hiking trails, and make time for local attractions like Old City Quarter and Nanaimo Museum. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Vancouver Island Conference Centre or Bastion.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Nanaimo?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Nanaimo more easily: Make your way to Nanaimo with a flight to Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome), the closest major airport which is located 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from the city center. You can take a ferry from the local port.

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