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Located 385 metres from BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal, in central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, this motel is offers sea views of Newcastle Channel. Free WiFi and a fully equipped kitchen are featured in all suites.

The room was excellent, very clean and with everything one might need. We followed one of the suggestions of the guide in the room about dinner, so we found a pub within walking distance that was very good (not a bad thing after a whole day spent hiking and exploring).

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8.5
Very good
553 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Located in Vancouver’s Harbour City, The Spot offers free WiFi and is within walking distance to a coin-operated launderette. This property is a 1.5 km drive from Nanaimo city centre.

All rooms feature a microwave, a refrigerator, tea and coffee-making facilities. A kitchenette is also available in select rooms.

This property was very close to the ferry. We arrived at 1 am and were able to self check-in. The room was clean with a comfortable bed, nice shower, fenced grass area, and sliding door for our service dog. In the room there was nice coffee, a refrigerator, microwave, kitchen sink, and some kitchen necessities. We both appreciated the rainfall shower head and complimentary shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. This was a perfect place for us to rest our heads along our journey to Tofino. We also appreciated the price.

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8.3
Very good
785 reviews
Price from
£67
per night

Featuring free WiFi, Departure Bay Motel is situated in Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Nanaimo Bastion. Free private parking is available on site.

Newcastle Island Marine Park is 2.1 km from Departure Bay Motel, while Nanaimo Museum is 3.4 km away. The nearest airport is Nanaimo Airport, 17 km from the property.

They stayed open past their office hours to accommodate us arriving on the late ferry. So kind and welcoming!

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7.4
Good
520 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Just 5 minutes’ drive from Departure Bay ferry terminal, Bluebird Motel is centrally located in Nanaimo. A microwave and a refrigerator are provided in each room. Free WiFi is included.

Free parking is available on site at this Nanaimo motel. Vending machines offering drinks are available.

I have never been so in love with a property as lovingly maintained and meticulously well-managed as this one. I am finding myself in a state of utter disbelief at the above and beyond service i experienced while visiting.

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6.6
Review score
338 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

This Nanaimo property is located 5 minutes’ drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. An on-site restaurant is available. Free Wi-Fi is included.

A microwave and tea and coffee making facilities are featured in each room at the Port-O-Call Inn. Cable TV is included. Free toiletries are provided.

Location, cleanliness, high spred internet.

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6.7
Review score
544 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Located 3 km from Vancouver Island University, this Nanaimo, British Columbia motel offers rooms and suites with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. A launderette is located on site.

All rooms and suites at Diplomat Motel include a desk, a microwave and a refrigerator. Select suites offer a fully equipped kitchen and a dining area.

Wonderful value, attentive staff, very clean

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7
Good
557 reviews
Price from
£67
per night

Located in Central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, this motel is 10 minutes’ walk from the Great Canadian Casino. It features the on-site MGM Restaurant, which serves American cuisine.

Free Wi-Fi, cable TV and free local calls are included with every room at Harbour Light Motel. They are equipped with a refrigerator and furnished with a desk.

very clean room, towels and bedding. easy to locate and convenient

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7.3
Good
940 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

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Both travellers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help to make check-in quick and easy.
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  • Avg. price/night: £60.16
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 940 reviews
    - Friendly receptionnist who welcomed me better than I could ever expected - The size of the room was perfect along with equipment and the quality of the beds - Hotel located 15 minutes walking from downtown and waterfront - Some nice restaurants around the Motel (not talking about Mc Donalds :) )
    Romain
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £80.44
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 520 reviews
    The motel is located within five minutes of the Nanaimo Departure Bay ferry terminal. There is a grocery store and a fast food outlet close by to pick up a fast breakfast. The bed was very comfortable with good quality bedding. Our room was very clean and front desk staff ensured a fast and smooth check in procedure.
    Kirstie Greenshields
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £80.44
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 520 reviews
    I had two nights at the motel. THE Bed was great . ..but I had some trouble with the tv Wifi signal !!
    jeremy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £80.44
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 777 reviews
    Everything... it's a nice small motel well upkeep... the front desk lady was very friendly
    Tammy
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £93.53
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 553 reviews
    Very quiet motel and super clean. It was a comfortable stay. Would recommend it.
    Ilinka
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £81.08
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,019 reviews
    Good continental breakfast with access to small patio area. Rooms are basic, comfortable and clean. Good location with free parking, and fairly short walk into the harbour/downtown area
    Scott
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £60.16
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 940 reviews
    I didn't expect this motel to be so good. A family room was excellent, nice renovation, comfortable beds and comforters. We're facing quiet side street. Nice bathroom, plenty of towels and toiletries. A very pleasant surprise - Keurig coffeemaker. It felt like a higher class inn.
    Maria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £93.53
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 553 reviews
    Loved the homie and basic comfort feel of the motel. Super clean and well maintained.
    Iris
    Family with young children
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,247 reviews
    Great and accessible location by car. Close to most attractions. Free parking. Free breakfast. Excellent shower and bath amenities. Friendly staff.
    D.JJ
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £82.13
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 339 reviews
    Location was good. Lots of free parking for motel.
    Julian
    Young couple

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