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Best hotels with breakfast in Nanaimo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews

    Located just minutes away from the BC Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo city center, this hotel features a free, deluxe continental breakfast and guestrooms with a balcony. Free WiFi is provided on site.

    From $116.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews

    Offering a fitness center, Ramada Nanaimo is located only 6 minutes’ walk from Nanaimo’s Harbourfront walkway. A complimentary breakfast is included each morning. Free WiFi access is available.

    From $123.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,260 reviews

    This harbor-view Nanaimo hotel, located on Vancouver Island, is about 3.4 miles from the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 6.2 miles from the Duke Point Ferry Terminal.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Gabriola Central B&B provides accommodations in Gabriola. With garden views, this accommodation features a balcony.

    From $121.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

    Just a 18-minute walk from Nanaimo Bastion and 0.9 miles from Newcastle Island Marine Park, Campbell Cottage B&B features accommodations in Nanaimo, with a terrace and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Nanaimo Nest offers accommodations in Nanaimo, a 15-minute walk from Nanaimo Museum and 1.7 miles from Nanaimo Bastion.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews

    Offering a garden and barbecue facilities, AnnArthur Guest House in Nanaimo is close to Newcastle Island Marine Park and Nanaimo Museum.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Located within a 3-minute walk of Nanaimo Bastion and 500 yards of Newcastle Island Marine Park, The Waterfront Suites and Marina has rooms in Nanaimo.

Budget hotels in Nanaimo and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 578 reviews

    Located in Nanaimo and within a 2-minute walk of Nanaimo Museum, Painted Turtle Guesthouse has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    From $124.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,172 reviews

    Renovated in 2024 to enhance your stay! Experience the vibrant heart of Downtown Nanaimo at Harbor Light Motel, just a 12-minute walk from the city center.

    From $107.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews

    Located 1.9 mi from Vancouver Island University, this Nanaimo, British Columbia motel offers rooms and suites with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. Laundry facilities is located on site.

    From $90.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Located 10 minutes’ drive from Duke Point ferry terminal, this Nanaimo motel provides a microwave and a mini refrigerator are included in each guest room.

    From $90.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 568 reviews

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

    From $91.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 805 reviews

    Located in Vancouver’s Harbor City, The Spot offers free WiFi and is within walking distance to a coin-operated launderette. This property is a 0.9 mi drive from Nanaimo city center.

    From $107.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

    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.

    From $99.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Departure Bay Motel is located in Nanaimo, 1.2 mi from Nanaimo Bastion. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms are equipped with a TV with cable channels.

    From $97.34 per night

Hotels located in the center of Nanaimo

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews

    Boasting rooms with ocean or city views, Coast Bastion Hotel in Nanaimo city center is 2 minutes’ walk to shops and restaurants on Harbourfront Walkway. A restaurant is located on site.

    From $206.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 994 reviews

    This downtown Nanaimo hotel overlooks the Inner Harbor and is across the street from the Seaplane Terminal. The hotel offers free WiFi and free parking.

    From $126.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Brookside Falls Guesthouse is a recently renovated guest house in Nanaimo where guests can make the most of its garden and barbecue facilities.

    From $200.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 551 reviews

    Located 1263 feet from BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal, in central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, this motel is offers sea views of Newcastle Channel.

    From $126.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring a garden, Entire home minutes from 3 lakes and a river! offers accommodations in Nanaimo. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Departure view enjoys a location in Nanaimo, 3.8 miles from Nanaimo Bastion and 3.8 miles from Newcastle Island Marine Park.

    From $197.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews

    Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B offers accommodations in Nanaimo, 4.7 miles from Nanaimo Bastion and 4.8 miles from Newcastle Island Marine Park.

    From $131.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Peaceful Spacious 2br Suite is located in Nanaimo, just 6.5 miles from Newcastle Island Marine Park and 7.4 miles from Nanaimo Museum.

    From $214.06 per night

FAQs about hotels in Nanaimo

What Guests Said About Nanaimo:

  • 10.0

    This wasn't our first trip to Nanaimo so we did know our way...

    This wasn't our first trip to Nanaimo so we did know our way around most of the city and beyond, but it is always a great place to be. We love the well planned Harbour walkways, many events in the parks, the beach trails. Our favourite beach walks are Piper's Lagoon and Neck Point. There are many good music venues, restaurants, scenic drives and walks. We easily found side roads that were basically parallel to the highway to get to and from downtown. Nanaimo has has a LOT to offer any visitor of any age! Can't wait to return!
    Guest review by
    Terry & Pat
    Canada
  • 10.0

    The Inner Harbor was beautiful.

    The Inner Harbor was beautiful. The Snowbirds did a show when I was there. The harbor was lively and fun. The hiking in the area was awesome. Nanaimo is easy to navigate with a car. Great halfway stop between Victoria and Tofino.
    Guest review by
    Mary Lynn
    United States
  • 6.0

    Nice town. Good things to do in the area.

    Nice town. Good things to do in the area. Cowichen River float, Parksville mini golf, cycling the adjacent islands. Druggies and street people/beggars. Sirens all night. Car alarms. Shouting at night. Traffic even during the week at off peak hours.
    Guest review by
    H
  • 10.0

    I l lived in Nanaimo for 20 years and was thier for business...

    I l lived in Nanaimo for 20 years and was thier for business reasons. The motel had no facilities to make coffee or tea or any drawers to put clothes in. Management even locked me out of my room even though it was pre payed. Management needs to have training in work properly for customers.
    Guest review by
    Francis
  • 10.0

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful Newcastle Island Park right there!

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful Newcastle Island Park right there! Excellent innovative fine dining/cocktails and wine at Mélange. Amazing breakfast at Gabrielle’s Cafe. Fun coffee, drinks and eats at The Vault, which has a rather mesmerizing ambience. We stayed at the Dorchester Best Western. It is worth it to get a harbour facing room. The islands and water there are spectacular to wake up to. Be sure to spend time exploring along Chapel and Church streets area - the old part of town. It is small but really interesting. Nanaimo is also an excellent hub for day trips.
    Guest review by
    Julie
    Canada
  • 10.0

    Nanaimo is the little city that could!

    Nanaimo is the little city that could! adorable city centre (small) and kind people. But best of all, it is a great lift-off point to see the incredible wonders of Vancouver Island if you don't want to camp... hikes, waterfalls, watersports... all at your finger tips
    Guest review by
    Rebecca
    Canada

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  • From $134.24 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,183 reviews
    The staff there is really nice and patient. I booked two hotel in Nanaimo. This hotel provides breakfast but another one doesn’t. The best part is that you can go swimming in the lake and then go hot tub after. It’s really nice. Also, they are super friendly to pet. It only cost $20 for a dog to stay 2 nights.
    Guest review by
    Yuwei
    Canada
  • From $107.49 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,172 reviews
    The hotel is in a quieter part of Nanaimo so that is nice, also has a park one block away with a little water area which my two GSD dogs loved!. The staff was friendly (loved my dogs😊) and helpful and the room was clean and comfy. Great stay.. thank you.
    Guest review by
    Robert
    Canada
  • From $91.66 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 568 reviews
    It was clean. It was decent value. It says pet friendly and when I booked staying with a pet I had to pay the extra fee when I arrived, which I thought was included when I booked as I said I had a pet the pet fee for 1 night was high
    Guest review by
    Lorri
    Canada
  • From $206.64 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews
    Staff was fantastic. So helpful and friendly. Loved the hotel. Everything was BETTER than expected. Shout out to Tim at the Concierge desk who helped us secure a Nanaimo bar! Big Thanks.
    Guest review by
    Susan
    United States
  • From $107.17 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 805 reviews
    The room was immaculately clean, the hotel was SUPER easy to find, the bed was comfortable, and there was great food nearby. This was our best stay on this trip!
    Guest review by
    Julie
    Canada