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Our top choices for Nanaimo vacation rentals

A wooden deck with a metal gate, a wooden staircase, and a covered barbecue grill.

1. Gabriola Small Suite with Hot Tub

Gabriola Small Suite with Hot Tub
Gabriola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 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 ￥10,978
￥20,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Gabriola Small Suite with Hot Tub
A balcony with outdoor furniture, a railing, and a view of the sunset over the water.

2. Modern Oceanview 2BR Suite with Patio & Private Entry Nanaimo Retreat

Modern Oceanview 2BR Suite with Patio & Private Entry Nanaimo Retreat
Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Great spot. Amazing view!"
Canada
Michael
The price is ￥9,392
￥30,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Modern Oceanview 2BR Suite with Patio & Private Entry Nanaimo Retreat
A wooden gate with a tree-shaped metal decoration.

3. Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo

Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo
Departure Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Very clean, very nicely maintained. Simon was very quick to respond to all of our questions. We had a great stay."
United States
Ken H.
The price is ￥16,411
￥31,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo
A room with a view of a balcony, a couch, and a window overlooking a forest and mountains.

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

Luxury Rainbow House, Private with Pool Table, and Oceanview
Nanaimo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 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 ￥22,885
￥37,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Luxury Rainbow House, Private with Pool Table, and Oceanview
A garden with red flowers and a view of a lake and mountains in the background.

5. 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, (2 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely hosts! I enjoyed sitting out looking at the gorgeous view."
United States
janice p.
The price is ￥8,760
￥18,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Woke Up at the Edge of the Pacific- Private Room with Free Parking in Nanaimo
A wooden deck with a view of a lake, trees, and distant mountains.

6. Crystal Hollows Lake View

Crystal Hollows Lake View
Nanaimo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"View from the deck was so great, very amenable and helpful hosts, complete kitchen."
United States
Peggy M.
The price is ￥9,239
￥20,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Crystal Hollows Lake View
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, television, microwave, and cabinets.

7. Private Master Bedroom in a Farmhouse

Private Master Bedroom in a Farmhouse
Nanoose Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great hosts, wonderful stay. I especially enjoyed sitting by the meandering creek on the property. Thank you Peter and Jen for your kindness and hospitality during my 3 night stay. See you again."
United States
Janet Muir M.
The price is ￥10,978
￥22,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Private Master Bedroom in a Farmhouse
A two-story house with a balcony, a driveway with three cars, and a well-maintained garden.

8. Hope's Happy Suite beautiful ocean views

Hope's Happy Suite beautiful ocean views
Nanaimo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"We had a great stay at this property. The location was convenient, the place was clean and comfortable, and everything we needed was available. The host was friendly and helpful, and the overall experience was very pleasant. We would be happy to stay here again!"
Canada
APURVAKUMAR
The price is ￥16,966
￥27,141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hope's Happy Suite beautiful ocean views
A lakeside wooden structure with outdoor seating and a view of the water.

9. Sea Shore Studio Suite Retreat

Sea Shore Studio Suite Retreat
Nanoose Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Loved our stay. Great location and very comfortable."
United States
Catherine H.
Sea Shore Studio Suite Retreat
Front entrance door

10. Ocean View Home - 2 Bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - Pet Friendly

Ocean View Home - 2 Bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - Pet Friendly
Ladysmith
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (42 reviews)
"overall good"
Canada
mohammad
The price is ￥12,352
￥39,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Ocean View Home - 2 Bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - Pet Friendly
A residential street with houses, a parked car, and a street lamp.

11. Cozy n’comfortable 1 bedroom suite - A few minute drive to NRGH, VIU, Woodgrove

Cozy n’comfortable 1 bedroom suite - A few minute drive to NRGH, VIU, Woodgrove
Nanaimo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"I liked that it was close to where I had to be every morning. It was clean and spacious. The only thing that I was not very happy about was that I was woken up every night throughout the night to noise from the upstairs. Heavy footsteps and banging"
Canada
Jodie
The price is ￥9,481
￥30,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Cozy n’comfortable 1 bedroom suite - A few minute drive to NRGH, VIU, Woodgrove
A room with a large window overlooking a forest and a body of water.

12. Oceanview Guest Suite with Large 2 Person Soaker Tub

Oceanview Guest Suite with Large 2 Person Soaker Tub
Nanoose Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"Perfect stay at Bree’s. So happy with our stay- we even saw a mom and her baby deer on our way out. 😁"
Canada
Melissa
The price is ￥9,461
￥24,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Oceanview Guest Suite with Large 2 Person Soaker Tub
A wooden deck with a glass-top table and two chairs, overlooking a rocky shoreline and calm water.

13. Creekside Calm by the Flowing Creek Condo B

Creekside Calm by the Flowing Creek Condo B
Nanoose Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (45 reviews)
"The suite was very clean, cozy, and exactly as described in the listing. The king bed was comfortable, and the resort amenities were a huge bonus — especially the hot tub and oceanfront areas. The location was peaceful and relaxing, perfect for a quiet getaway. We also appreciated the easy check-in process and the thoughtful touches like coffee, towels for the pool, and the well-maintained space overall."
Canada
Andre
Creekside Calm by the Flowing Creek Condo B
A white bed with a headboard, a mattress with a textured surface, and a wooden floor.

14. New Reno-VIU nearby&Spacious parking

New Reno-VIU nearby&Spacious parking
Nanaimo
The price is ￥16,566
￥29,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
New Reno-VIU nearby&Spacious parking
A spacious living area with a round dining table surrounded by chairs, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

15. 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 ￥17,964
￥35,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hilltop Oceanview Getaway – Relax Above Nanaimo’s Coastline
A compact kitchen with a built-in bench, a staircase leading to another level, and a sink with dish racks.

16. Oceanview bonus room loft

Oceanview bonus room loft
Nanaimo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"it was clean and well laid out."
Canada
Betty K.
The price is ￥9,980
￥16,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Oceanview bonus room loft
Game room

17. Studio Escape: Pool, Beach & Pickleball

Studio Escape: Pool, Beach & Pickleball
Nanoose Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Lovely clean comfortable apartment in a great location with great amenities would definitely reccomend"
Canada
chris
Studio Escape: Pool, Beach & Pickleball
A kitchen with a coffee machine, a kettle, and a coffee maker. There are two bottles labeled "Dishes" and "Hands" on the counter.

18. Cozy 1-BR suite with ocean views, full kitchen, projector, and garden

Cozy 1-BR suite with ocean views, full kitchen, projector, and garden
Ladysmith
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Perfect spot for our needs. It was fun to have the projector. The place was lovely, would stay again "
United States
Nikki
The price is ￥16,633
￥29,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Cozy 1-BR suite with ocean views, full kitchen, projector, and garden
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a sink.

19. Urban Retreat

Urban Retreat
Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"family friendly"
Canada
Josefa
The price is ￥19,738
￥36,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Urban Retreat
A living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a TV, and a window.

20. Cozy #Early Check-in#Walkable Harbour Front#Attractions-Amenities#W/INFANT CRIB

Cozy #Early Check-in#Walkable Harbour Front#Attractions-Amenities#W/INFANT CRIB
Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"Convenient location"
Canada
Richard
The price is ￥7,485
￥17,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Cozy #Early Check-in#Walkable Harbour Front#Attractions-Amenities#W/INFANT CRIB
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Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is located on the waterfront in downtown Nanaimo, which puts it in close proximity to several pubs, restaurants, walking options and shopping in the area. Staff were helpful and friendly, and our room was clean and well appointed."
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
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, a Smart TV, and WiFi 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 Hope's Happy Suite beautiful ocean views and Luxury Rainbow House, Private with Pool Table, and Oceanview.

How many vacation rentals will I find in Nanaimo?

Expedia has 74 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 Vancouver Island Conference Centre 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.