Title: Diplomat Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Diplomat Motel Motel in Nanaimo with free parking ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8330000/8324700/8324686/0c3c9db0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8330000/8324700/8324686/d7ee4dbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8330000/8324700/8324686/57fe05dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8330000/8324700/8324686/4e261fda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8330000/8324700/8324686/3e31e80e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Diplomat Motel offers practical amenities for easier travel: dry cleaning, laundry services, reliable in-room WiFi, and free self parking. Guests enjoy the barbecue grills and consistently praise the helpful staff. 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Room service - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Laundry - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 3 - Dec. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=8324686&PinnedHotelID=8324686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=8324686&PinnedHotelID=8324686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 4 - Dec. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=8324686&PinnedHotelID=8324686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=8324686&PinnedHotelID=8324686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8324686&PinnedHotelID=8324686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8324686&PinnedHotelID=8324686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=8324686&PinnedHotelID=8324686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=8324686&PinnedHotelID=8324686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8330000/8324700/8324686/3e31e80e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom 8.0 Very good 10 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom Microwave Coffee/tea maker - 365 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8330000/8324700/8324686/9c0dd5f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV 2 bedrooms Hair dryer Private bathroom Microwave Coffee/tea maker - 635 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8330000/8324700/8324686/8e6523d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms 7.4 Good 13 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV 2 bedrooms Hair dryer Private bathroom Microwave Coffee/tea maker - 365 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanaimo-Hotels-Diplomat-Motel.h8324686.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanaimo-Hotels-Diplomat-Motel.h8324686.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C49.15590%2C-123.93389&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4YFDQeGGQiOJ337jwBN_Qjq1RGQ=) 333 Nicol St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R4T5 #### What's nearby - Nanaimo Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Casino Nanaimo - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Old City Quarter - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Bastion - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive - 2.3 km #### Getting around - Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Alice's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk - ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬17 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk - ‪Luna - ‬10 min walk ## About this property ### Diplomat Motel Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal Diplomat Motel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - Luggage storage and smoke-free premises - Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Diplomat Motel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers - 32-inch TVs with cable channels - Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10260000/10253800/10253781/951c2c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Nanaimo - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Microwave 7.2 Good 823 reviews CA $74 CA $85 total includes taxes & fees Dec 7 - Dec 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=10253781&PinnedHotelID=10253781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10260000/10253600/10253579/3b9a1552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbour Light Motel Nanaimo - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Business services 8.2 Very good 1,001 reviews CA $97 CA $112 total includes taxes & fees Dec 4 - Dec 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=10253579&PinnedHotelID=10253579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34800/34728/5ac0e79e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo Nanaimo - 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Parking included - Free WiFi - Housekeeping - Microwave 9.2 Wonderful 867 reviews CA $107 CA $124 total includes taxes & fees Dec 12 - Dec 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=8343253&PinnedHotelID=8343253&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator - Room service ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: CAD 15 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Diplomat Motel Nanaimo Diplomat Nanaimo Diplomat Motel Motel Diplomat Motel Nanaimo Diplomat Motel Motel Nanaimo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Diplomat Motel pet-friendly? > Yes, Diplomat Motel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at Diplomat Motel? > As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Diplomat Motel on Dec 4, 2025 start from CA $99.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanaimo-Hotels-Diplomat-Motel.h8324686.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Diplomat Motel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Diplomat Motel? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Diplomat Motel located? > Situated in Nanaimo, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Nanaimo Museum and Casino Nanaimo. Vancouver Island Military Museum and Bastion are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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