Search Motels in Nanaimo from CA $99

Because you’ll save on your room, you can enjoy all that Nanaimo has to offer. Top sights to visit include Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

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.

Harbour Light Motel: Stay within a short 6-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy access to the 4 coffee shops, and freebies including WiFi and parking. 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. Buccaneer Inn: Enjoy the in-room kitchen, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 2-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. 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.

Expedia has 9 low-priced motels 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: Departure Bay Beach, Long Lake, and Protection Island. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and Brechin Lanes. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Nanaimo Museum, and Duke Point Ferry Terminal.

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.

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.