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Our top choices for Downtown Nanaimo hotels

A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,859 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
Canada
Sharon
The price is CA $175
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Coast Bastion Hotel
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

2. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,385 reviews)
"it’s was a good place to stay"
Canada
Dorothy
The price is CA $170
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

3. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Easy check in, super nice place"
Canada
Brandon
The price is CA $152
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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4. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (297 reviews)
"The hostel was simple, but very clean and comfortable. The location was excellent—right downtown, with everything within easy reach. The staff were very kind and helpful, and I felt comfortable throughout my stay. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit to Nanaimo!"
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
The price is CA $125
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 0.9 km from Downtown Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,511 reviews)
"Service, staff and breakfast were good"
Canada
Mathew
The price is CA $105
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

6. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Downtown Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Lovely clean, great location...Great stay"
Canada
Yusuf
The price is CA $143
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Quality Inn
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.3 km from Downtown Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,056 reviews)
"Nice hotel reasonably priced."
Canada
Rick
The price is CA $149
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
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.

8. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.3 km from Downtown Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is CA $119
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Buccaneer Inn
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Downtown Nanaimo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,530 reviews)
"Nice spacious room..Great comfortable bed and wonderful pillows Nice continental breakfast lncluded and friendly staff...and the hotel was Pet-friendly"
Canada
Jannet
The price is CA $154
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

10. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.8 km from Downtown Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (849 reviews)
"Good value."
United States
Leah
The price is CA $99
CA $115 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Spot
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

11. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
1.1 km from Downtown Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Friendly staff too"
Canada
Jeffrey
The price is CA $115
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Harbour Light Motel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

12. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Downtown Nanaimo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"A beautiful step back in time with the lovely decor and ambiance. We loved our stay at The Grand Hotel."
Canada
Annie
The price is CA $143
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

13. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Downtown Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (772 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is CA $101
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Departure Bay Motel
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

14. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
8.2 km from Downtown Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,125 reviews)
"The staff was amazing.we will stay here again but longer"
Canada
Heather
The price is CA $197
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Inn On Long Lake
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

15. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
10.6 km from Downtown Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice hotel and breakfast in the morning is such a bonus!"
Canada
ROBIN
The price is CA $162
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Best Western Northgate Inn
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

16. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.4 km from Downtown Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice location with breakfast. Staff is pretty good."
Canada
shu
The price is CA $75
CA $87 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

17. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Downtown Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (350 reviews)
"Very clean accommodations. Bed was very comfy and the view was amazing!"
Canada
Patti
The price is CA $154
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

18. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
1.3 km from Downtown Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (555 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is CA $119
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Diplomat Motel
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

19. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Downtown Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. Right on the lake, clean, comfortable, and quiet."
Canada
Erin
The price is CA $91
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Bethlehem Centre
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

20. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Downtown Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (844 reviews)
"Staff was very nice room was clean and centrslly located have stayed 2 or 3 times and will continue to stay when in nanimo"
Canada
laurie
The price is CA $128
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
The Bluebird Motel
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Where to stay in Downtown Nanaimo

Find the best Downtown Nanaimo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Nanaimo
Learn more about Downtown Nanaimo
A calm lake with a dock, surrounded by dense forest and mountains in the background.

Departure Bay

While visiting Departure Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
A marina with various boats, including sailboats and yachts, docked along the waterfront.

Central Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Central Nanaimo, Maffeo Sutton Park and Stones Marina are top sights worth seeing.

Stephenson Point

Though Stephenson Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

Top Downtown Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

8/10 Good
"Lovely staff, comfortable accomodation and good breakfast included."
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Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Nanaimo like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Nanaimo's Downtown Nanaimo neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out Bastion and Nanaimo Museum as part of your Downtown Nanaimo travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown Nanaimo?
Based on our traveler data, Coast Bastion Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Nanaimo. This hotel offers a restaurant and private balconies. Other good options for your stay in the area include Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo and Best Western Dorchester Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Nanaimo?
When you want to find places to stay in Nanaimo, start by booking one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Nanaimo.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Nanaimo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Downtown Nanaimo.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Nanaimo?
Sights like Nanaimo Museum, The Port Theatre, and Nanaimo Art Gallery can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown Nanaimo. Bastion and Casino Nanaimo are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Nanaimo include Nanaimo Boat Basin, Dallas Square Cenotaph, and Vancouver Island Military Museum. When you're sightseeing in Nanaimo, The Globe Live Studio and Vancouver Island Conference Centre are also worth a stop.