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Our top choices for Nanaimo vacation rentals

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1. Gabriola Small Suite with Hot Tub

Gabriola Small Suite with Hot Tub
Gabriola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"It was a lovely stay, the room was clean and dishes/towels were washed as part of our stay!"
Canada
Samuel
The price is ￥14,348
￥24,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Gabriola Small Suite with Hot Tub
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2. Pacific Shores Resort - Creekside Suites - 1 Bedroom - Oceanfront!

Pacific Shores Resort - Creekside Suites - 1 Bedroom - Oceanfront!
Nanoose Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Condo,amenities,excellent view,great hostess,would certainly come back again and recommend to others"
United States
Charlene L.
The price is ￥35,008
￥70,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Pacific Shores Resort - Creekside Suites - 1 Bedroom - Oceanfront!
Terrace/patio

3. 2BR near VIU/NRGH | AC, Workspace, Kitchen

2BR near VIU/NRGH | AC, Workspace, Kitchen
Nanaimo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Loved the proximity to hiking trails and bike path. We would definitely stay again."
United States
Lora N.
The price is ￥24,653
￥31,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
2BR near VIU/NRGH | AC, Workspace, Kitchen
Living area

4. Luxury Rainbow House, Private with Pool Table, and Oceanview

Luxury Rainbow House, Private with Pool Table, and Oceanview
Nanaimo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Wonderful stay it was quite relaxing in a perfect location, the quiet escape we needed. Aiden was wonderful quick to respond"
Canada
Michelle N.
The price is ￥22,680
￥37,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Luxury Rainbow House, Private with Pool Table, and Oceanview
Dining

5. Blueback Beach Family Stay Ocean View

Blueback Beach Family Stay Ocean View
Nanaimo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The house is beautiful and well kept with a stunning view. "
Canada
Paul R.
The price is ￥57,850
￥99,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Blueback Beach Family Stay Ocean View
Terrace/patio

6. ★Ocean View Loft w/ Dedicated Hot Tub in Departure Bay. Treat Yourself Book Now★

★Ocean View Loft w/ Dedicated Hot Tub in Departure Bay. Treat Yourself Book Now★
Departure Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"My wife and I stayed at the Bayview to celebrate our anniversary. We were not disappointed!The host was absolutely fantastic!The property was has a number of thoughtful touches and was very clean.Thank you for helping make our anniversary special!"
Canada
Todd H.
The price is ￥51,078
￥87,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
★Ocean View Loft w/ Dedicated Hot Tub in Departure Bay. Treat Yourself Book Now★
Interior

7. Seaside 2 bdrm Townhome

Seaside 2 bdrm Townhome
Parksville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great communication with the host and easy check-in and out process. Everything was as advertised with no surprises and we were very happy with our stay. Would recommend and plan to book there again."
United States
Anthony B.
The price is ￥56,300
￥89,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Seaside 2 bdrm Townhome
Dining

8. LF Guesthouse - Calm Mornings, Cozy Nights!

LF Guesthouse - Calm Mornings, Cozy Nights!
Nanaimo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"A quiet spot near food and shopping"
Canada
Brygida
The price is ￥30,876
￥55,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
LF Guesthouse - Calm Mornings, Cozy Nights!
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9. Woke Up at the Edge of the Pacific- Private Room with Free Parking in Nanaimo

Woke Up at the Edge of the Pacific- Private Room with Free Parking in Nanaimo
Nanaimo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Absolutely lovely hosts! I enjoyed sitting out looking at the gorgeous view."
United States
janice p.
The price is ￥13,774
￥22,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Woke Up at the Edge of the Pacific- Private Room with Free Parking in Nanaimo
Dining

10. Hilltop Oceanview Getaway – Relax Above Nanaimo’s Coastline

Hilltop Oceanview Getaway – Relax Above Nanaimo’s Coastline
Nanaimo
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (5 reviews)
"The host was great in communicating updates. The space itself is large, clean, and has the most amazing views."
Canada
Melvin
The price is ￥24,896
￥45,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hilltop Oceanview Getaway – Relax Above Nanaimo’s Coastline
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11. Endless Coastal Views- Peaceful B&B in Nanoose Bay

Endless Coastal Views- Peaceful B&B in Nanoose Bay
Nanoose Bay
The price is ￥41,321
￥71,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Endless Coastal Views- Peaceful B&B in Nanoose Bay
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12. Crystal Hollows Lake View

Crystal Hollows Lake View
Nanaimo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"View from the deck was so great, very amenable and helpful hosts, complete kitchen."
United States
Peggy M.
The price is ￥14,692
￥27,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Crystal Hollows Lake View
Living area

13. Cozy guest suite, located centrally.

Cozy guest suite, located centrally.
Central Nanaimo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Worked well for what we needed."
United States
Murrey L.
The price is ￥23,243
￥30,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Cozy guest suite, located centrally.
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14. Old Forest Resort Suite + Hot Tub + Pool + Sauna + Beach in Vancouver Island

Old Forest Resort Suite + Hot Tub + Pool + Sauna + Beach in Vancouver Island
Nanoose Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Amazing suite. Friendly responsive host - can’t wait to be back!"
United States
Alanna B.
The price is ￥23,829
￥46,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Old Forest Resort Suite + Hot Tub + Pool + Sauna + Beach in Vancouver Island
Interior

15. Orchard Cottage in Lantzville near Nanaimo Brand New Renovation

Orchard Cottage in Lantzville near Nanaimo Brand New Renovation
Lantzville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Cute cabin, good location, clean, just had some concerns regarding the extra fees"
United States
Leslie M.
The price is ￥28,408
￥45,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Orchard Cottage in Lantzville near Nanaimo Brand New Renovation
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16. Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo

Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo
Departure Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"House was clean, quiet, and comfortable. Hosts on site."
United States
Paul F.
The price is ￥19,694
￥36,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo
Exterior

17. Hope's Happy Suite beautiful ocean views

Hope's Happy Suite beautiful ocean views
Nanaimo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"The stay was nice and clean and really homly vibes"
Canada
Amit C.
The price is ￥17,338
￥27,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Hope's Happy Suite beautiful ocean views
Living area

18. Ocean's Embrance Suite

Ocean's Embrance Suite
Nanaimo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Great property with Amazing views. Perfect for a family getaway. Restaurant recommendations were much appreciated and the ones we tried were great."
Canada
Robbie O.
The price is ￥65,196
￥135,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Ocean's Embrance Suite
Private kitchen

19. Large Cozy Home Recently Renovated. Walking Distance to Downtown and Amenities

Large Cozy Home Recently Renovated. Walking Distance to Downtown and Amenities
Nanaimo
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
"It’s a good space to stay."
Canada
Chunhua
The price is ￥33,264
￥74,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Large Cozy Home Recently Renovated. Walking Distance to Downtown and Amenities
Exterior

20. A beautiful and private suite

A beautiful and private suite
Nanaimo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very nice place, can see the harbor from one of the bedrooms. Unit is a walkout basement suite, good parking very quiet neighborhood."
United States
Wendy M.
A beautiful and private suite
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Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and spacious. Convenient location to shopping and restaurants. Parking was very reasonable."
Sara 1-night trip
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Coast Bastion Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Nanaimo?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals in Nanaimo near Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, or you can select a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Visitors like the bustling port and scenic seaside in Nanaimo.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in Nanaimo?

Modern Oceanview 2BR Suite with Patio & Private Entry Nanaimo Retreat: This highly rated vacation home rental in Nanaimo is equipped with a balcony, free WiFi, and a Smart TV to help you feel comfortable during your stay. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a microwave, and a coffee maker. Some other top choices in Nanaimo are Luxury Rainbow House, Private with Pool Table, and Oceanview and Hope's Happy Suite beautiful ocean views.

How many vacation rentals will I find in Nanaimo?

Expedia has 70 vacation rentals for your stay in Nanaimo.

What can I see and do in Nanaimo?

Enjoy the outdoors at Protection Island and Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, or simply take in cultural attractions like Nanaimo Museum and The Port Theatre. Old City Quarter and Bastion are other places to visit while you're in town.

What are vacation rentals like in Nanaimo?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can reserve for several days or more in Nanaimo. Vacation rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll have all the comforts of home. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of privacy away from public hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you to travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a popular choice for small groups.