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BBQ/picnic area

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (752 reviews)
"The Spot Hotel offers excellent value for the price. "
Canada
Seyedbehzad
The price is ￥10,600
￥13,632 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
The Spot
Reception

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (607 reviews)
"Great location and value"
Canada
Paul
The price is ￥12,325
￥14,297 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Departure Bay Motel
Mini-golf

The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
Parksville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A great option for basic accommodation close to many of Parksville's tourist attractions."
Canada
Tony
The price is ￥15,412
￥17,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
The Tide's Inn
Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (909 reviews)
"This is a lovely little property! The room was cozy and had everything that was needed. We would easily stay here again!"
Canada
Jessica
The price is ￥13,597
￥15,772 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Buccaneer Inn
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
7.6 out of 10, Good, (257 reviews)
"Friendly staff, comfortable bed, nothing special but a reasonable place to stay for a reasonable price. Wouldn’t recommend if you’re a light sleeper or a princess but we enjoyed our stay. "
Canada
Shantel
The price is ￥15,929
￥18,318 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Holiday House Motel
Restaurant

Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
Parksville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (210 reviews)
"Clean room, very comfortable bed, great price. Nice restaurant next door."
Canada
Dan
The price is ￥16,534
￥19,014 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Arbutus Grove Motel
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (601 reviews)
"Clean economical place to stay. I would definitely stay again."
Canada
Dan
The price is ￥14,826
￥17,050 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Ocean Crest Motel
Arcade

The Tide’s Out

The Tide’s Out
2.0 star property
Parksville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (31 reviews)
"Great location, nicely updated."
Canada
Jason
The price is ￥14,396
￥16,556 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
The Tide’s Out
Premium Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"We were given a very comfortable and clean room. Was quite well appointed."
Canada
Donald
The price is ￥15,975
￥18,531 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Harbour Light Motel
Children's area

Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
Parksville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (404 reviews)
"Great location and clean rooms. Super friendly staff."
Canada
Karen Jane
The price is ￥13,694
￥15,748 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Skylite Motel
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 ￥17,487
￥20,110 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Cedar Grove Motel and Cabins
Exterior

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (867 reviews)
"Old rundown "
Canada
Robert
The price is ￥13,700
￥15,893 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Front of property

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (514 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
Canada
Andrew
The price is ￥12,175
￥14,122 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Diplomat Motel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (752 reviews)
"Friendly staff "
Canada
Andrew
The price is ￥15,412
￥17,878 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
The Bluebird Motel
City view from property

Riverside Resort & RV Park

Riverside Resort & RV Park
3.0 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (531 reviews)
"Great property for families in the warm months, with access to pool, waterslides, and nearby recreation."
Canada
Marlise
The price is ￥18,092
￥20,807 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Riverside Resort & RV Park
Dining

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (807 reviews)
"Nice place for the money"
Canada
Daryn
The price is ￥13,694
￥15,748 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
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, (178 reviews)
"Perfect little motel. Quiet and very clean."
Canada
Stacey
The price is ￥15,925
￥18,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
South Shore Motel
Front of property

Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (44 reviews)
"Clean, convient and quite at night. "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ￥12,659
￥14,558 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Falcon Nest Motel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Fuller Lake Motel

Fuller Lake Motel
2.5 star property
Chemainus
7.4 out of 10, Good, (404 reviews)
"I think it was a good place to stay. It's a bit loud near the highway but the window is very good at blocking the sound. Better than you'd expect for the price."
Canada
Jill
The price is ￥14,998
￥17,248 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Fuller Lake Motel
Terrace/patio

Sechelt Inn

Sechelt Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Sechelt
7.8 out of 10, Good, (740 reviews)
"Newly renovated and very close to the water. Among all, I will definitely stay here again!"
Canada
Ting
The price is ￥24,135
￥27,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Sechelt Inn
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Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

6/10 Okay
"Pretty disappointing breakfast. So much plastic for a piece of toast"
Allyn 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

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Nanaimo Motels information

Number of reviews
10,610
Accommodation
18 Motels
Lowest Price
￥13,632
Highest Price
￥27,997

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 121 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?
The Bluebird Motel: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy access to the free WiFi, along with in-room amenities like a dining area. 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. 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.