The Spot motel is situated in Nanaimo's Harbour City, close to the ferry terminal, the marina, and the city centre. It has received very good ratings for location, cleanliness and overall experience. Each room in this motel comes with a fridge, microwave, and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a terrace or balcony, a garden, and parking.
8.7 1987 reviews
Nanaimo
18/07 – 19/07
NZ$1714/nightfor 1 night
Buccaneer Inn
4 15
motel , Nanaimo
The Buccaneer Inn is conveniently located in central Nanaimo, just a short walk from the BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal and a short drive from the city centre. The motel has received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. Each suite offers a comfortable living space with a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can enjoy the outdoor amenities including barbecue facilities, storage for diving gear and kayaks, a garden, a terrace and a fitness centre.
8.1 3538 reviews
Nanaimo
01/07 – 31/07
NZ$266/nighttotal: NZ$7980 (30 )
Harbour Light Motel
1 1
motel , Nanaimo
Harbour Light Motel is located in Downtown Nanaimo, 12 minutes' walk from the city centre, offering convenient access to seaplanes and Hullos terminals (4 minutes' drive), Duke Point Ferry (12 minutes' drive), and Nanaimo Airport (14 minutes' drive). This newly renovated motel in 2024 provides recently updated rooms with hardwood floors, modern bathrooms, smart TVs, free WiFi, and daily room service, alongside on-site amenities such as fresh coffee and an ice machine.
Nanaimo
20/06 – 27/06
NZ$184/nighttotal: NZ$1288 (7 )
Departure Bay Motel
1 2
motel , Nanaimo
Departure Bay Motel, located in Nanaimo (BC), offers convenient access to the city's attractions, with Departure Bay ferry terminal approximately 1.5 kilometres away. This motel provides complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and a 24-hour front desk, with rooms featuring air conditioning, refrigerators, and microwaves, and some offering separate living areas and balconies.
Nanaimo
20/06 – 27/06
NZ$219/nighttotal: NZ$1533 (7 )
The Spot
1 2
motel , Nanaimo
This motel is located in a general area of Nanaimo, offering convenient access to local amenities and attractions, situated approximately 5 kilometres from the city centre. This pet-friendly, family-friendly establishment provides complimentary Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, and air-conditioned rooms, with some featuring balconies and kitchenettes equipped with a fridge and microwave.
Best Nanaimo motels with breakfast
Among the 11 motels in Nanaimo, here are the 1 best motels with breakfast
Nanaimo
20/06 – 27/06
NZ$219/nighttotal: NZ$1533 (7 )
The Spot
1 2
motel , Nanaimo
This motel is located in a general area of Nanaimo, offering convenient access to local amenities and attractions, situated approximately 5 kilometres from the city centre. This pet-friendly, family-friendly establishment provides complimentary Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, and air-conditioned rooms, with some featuring balconies and kitchenettes equipped with a fridge and microwave.
Top Family-Friendly Motels in Nanaimo
Top Family-Friendly Motels in Nanaimo
Nanaimo
20/06 – 27/06
NZ$184/nighttotal: NZ$1288 (7 )
Departure Bay Motel
1 2
motel , Nanaimo
Departure Bay Motel, located in Nanaimo (BC), offers convenient access to the city's attractions, with Departure Bay ferry terminal approximately 1.5 kilometres away. This motel provides complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and a 24-hour front desk, with rooms featuring air conditioning, refrigerators, and microwaves, and some offering separate living areas and balconies.
8.0 1509 reviews
Nanaimo
05/09 – 07/09
NZ$257/nighttotal: NZ$514 (2 )
The Spot
1 2
motel , Nanaimo
The Spot motel is situated in Nanaimo's Harbour City, close to the ferry terminal, the marina, and the city centre. It has received very good ratings for location, cleanliness and overall experience. Each room in this motel comes with a fridge, microwave, and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a terrace or balcony, a garden, and parking.
8.7 1987 reviews
Nanaimo
18/07 – 19/07
NZ$1714/nightfor 1 night
Buccaneer Inn
4 15
motel , Nanaimo
The Buccaneer Inn is conveniently located in central Nanaimo, just a short walk from the BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal and a short drive from the city centre. The motel has received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. Each suite offers a comfortable living space with a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can enjoy the outdoor amenities including barbecue facilities, storage for diving gear and kayaks, a garden, a terrace and a fitness centre.
Nanaimo
20/06 – 27/06
NZ$219/nighttotal: NZ$1533 (7 )
The Spot
1 2
motel , Nanaimo
This motel is located in a general area of Nanaimo, offering convenient access to local amenities and attractions, situated approximately 5 kilometres from the city centre. This pet-friendly, family-friendly establishment provides complimentary Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, and air-conditioned rooms, with some featuring balconies and kitchenettes equipped with a fridge and microwave.
8.1 3538 reviews
Nanaimo
01/07 – 31/07
NZ$266/nighttotal: NZ$7980 (30 )
Harbour Light Motel
1 1
motel , Nanaimo
Harbour Light Motel is located in Downtown Nanaimo, 12 minutes' walk from the city centre, offering convenient access to seaplanes and Hullos terminals (4 minutes' drive), Duke Point Ferry (12 minutes' drive), and Nanaimo Airport (14 minutes' drive). This newly renovated motel in 2024 provides recently updated rooms with hardwood floors, modern bathrooms, smart TVs, free WiFi, and daily room service, alongside on-site amenities such as fresh coffee and an ice machine.
Frequently asked questions about motels in Nanaimo
What are the top attractions in Nanaimo for solo travelers?
Nanaimo is great for solo travelers! The Nanaimo Museum is fantastic for history buffs, and the Bastion is a beautiful spot to enjoy the harbour views. You can also take a walk along the waterfront, or visit the Nanaimo Arts Centre.
Which neighborhood in Nanaimo is the best to find motels?
The best area for motels is around the Nanaimo Parkway. You'll find a good selection of motels near the highway, which is convenient for getting around the city.
What are the best motels for families and kids in Nanaimo?
Where can budget travelers find cheap local food in Nanaimo?
For cheap eats, check out the Nanaimo Farmers Market on Saturdays. You'll find local produce, baked goods, and other treats. The Old City Quarter also has some good, affordable cafes and restaurants.
What pros and cons come with booking a motel in Nanaimo?
Motels in Nanaimo are usually more affordable than hotels, and they're often conveniently located near the highway. However, they might not have as many amenities as a hotel, and some might be a bit dated.
Among the 11 accommodations in Nanaimo, here are the 1 best motels with a pool
8.0 1509 reviews
Nanaimo
05/09 – 07/09
NZ$257/nighttotal: NZ$514 (2 )
The Spot
1 2
motel , Nanaimo
The Spot motel is situated in Nanaimo's Harbour City, close to the ferry terminal, the marina, and the city centre. It has received very good ratings for location, cleanliness and overall experience. Each room in this motel comes with a fridge, microwave, and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a terrace or balcony, a garden, and parking.