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Our top choices for Central Nanaimo hotels

A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (985 reviews)
"Excellent location, helpful staff and plenty of space in the room. A comfortable stay."
United Kingdom
Jenny
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Buccaneer Inn
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

2. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (823 reviews)
"Staff very helpful, big room, bed comfy, shower head amazing, towels huge, nice outdoor space"
Canada
Shelli
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Spot
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

3. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,019 reviews)
"Good location and a nice place to stay"
Canada
Patrick
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A sauna room with wooden walls, a bench, and shelves with towels and glassware.

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,433 reviews)
"Was a pretty fun stay definitely would recommend"
Canada
angus
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

5. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (730 reviews)
"Our room was freshly renovated and very clean. Fantastic improvement from our last visit."
Canada
David
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Departure Bay Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

6. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (959 reviews)
"Comfortable room and a convenient location."
United States
Danielle
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

7. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (814 reviews)
"This facility was surprisingly quite given it's proximity to a busy hiway. My room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. Definitely a good place to stay for a night or two."
Canada
Rex
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Bluebird Motel
A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

8. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.5 km from Central Nanaimo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,753 reviews)
"Great location and lovely staff."
Canada
Catherine
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Coast Bastion Hotel
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

9. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.4 km from Central Nanaimo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good location."
Canada
Richard
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

10. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,349 reviews)
"Great stay for a very affordable price!"
Canada
Courtney
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

11. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Central Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Stayed for one night only, but we have stayed here in the past. I always look to see availability for this hotel. Excellent place to stay!"
Canada
Shane
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Quality Inn
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

12. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Central Nanaimo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 reviews)
"Loved the scotch tasting bar Great staff."
Canada
Linda
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
4.3 km from Central Nanaimo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,540 reviews)
"Breakfast had good options and staff were friendly."
Canada
Jill
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

14. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean updated room. Good location. Would stay again."
Canada
Kellan
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Harbour Light Motel
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

15. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (342 reviews)
"Beautiful view, lovely room and friendly host."
Canada
Anette
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

16. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
5.8 km from Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,108 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Canada
Kevin
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Inn On Long Lake
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

17. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
3.6 km from Central Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (541 reviews)
"Clean and good location! Some construction in the area but that’s ok!"
Canada
Nadejda
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Diplomat Motel
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area with a red car.

18. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
20.3 km from Central Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,338 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay, my kids had fun!"
Canada
Cristina
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

19. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
8.1 km from Central Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Spacious room, great parking and the breakfast was so good! Staff was very helpful."
Canada
Elizabeth
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Best Western Northgate Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view of the forest, and a wooden floor.

20. Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
23.4 km from Central Nanaimo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (281 reviews)
"First of all, the staff was really accommodating and helpful. The place was great and there were restaurants nearby."
Canada
Mariz Jessa
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Holiday House Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Central Nanaimo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
985 reviews
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A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
823 reviews
View
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
1,019 reviews
View
A sauna room with wooden walls, a bench, and shelves with towels and glassware.
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
8.0
Very good
1,433 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
730 reviews
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Where to stay in Central Nanaimo

Find the best Central Nanaimo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake with a dock, surrounded by dense forest and mountains in the background.

Departure Bay

If you're spending some time in Departure Bay, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Nanaimo Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Stephenson Point

While Stephenson Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Beach.

Top Central Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"Good location for easy ferry access."
William 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Nanaimo?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Nanaimo's Central Nanaimo neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Maffeo Sutton Park as part of your Central Nanaimo travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Central Nanaimo?
Based on our traveller data, Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Nanaimo. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo and The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Central Nanaimo?
If you're searching for places to stay in Nanaimo, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 20 Central Nanaimo hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Nanaimo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Central Nanaimo.
What is there to do in this Nanaimo neighbourhood?
Maffeo Sutton Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Central Nanaimo. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo.