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Where to stay in Downtown Nanaimo

Find the best Downtown Nanaimo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Nanaimo
A calm lake with boats, a forested shoreline, and distant mountains.

Departure Bay

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

A marina with various boats, including sailboats and yachts, docked along the waterfront.

Central Nanaimo

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in Central Nanaimo, Maffeo Sutton Park and Stones Marina are top sights worth seeing.

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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 Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

Top hotels in Downtown Nanaimo

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

11 Bastion Street Nanaimo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
€125
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,857 reviews)
"Clean modern rooms. Friendly helpful staff. Lobby coffee and fresh water."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Coast Bastion Hotel
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

100 Gordon Street Nanaimo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
€122
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,383 reviews)
"Very comfortable & cleverly appointed room."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

70 Church St Nanaimo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
€116
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"beautiful hotel with friendly, helpful staff & delicious restaurant attached - staff sometimes forgets to give you info regarding for 15% discount, restaurant will not ask"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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Stay near popular Downtown Nanaimo attractions

Nanaimo Museum

8.2/10 (125 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Nanaimo Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Bastion

8.2/10 (306 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo when you spend time at Bastion. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Casino Nanaimo

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino Nanaimo during your time in Nanaimo?
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Vancouver Island Conference Centre

Learn about the events happening in Vancouver Island Conference Centre during your trip to Nanaimo.
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Vancouver Island Military Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Vancouver Island Military Museum during your trip to Nanaimo.
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The Port Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at The Port Theatre during your stay in Nanaimo.
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Nanaimo Boat Basin

Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Nanaimo Boat Basin.
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The Globe Live Studio

You can make plans for a show at The Globe Live Studio on your trip to Nanaimo.
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Things to do

From Nanaimo: Strait of Georgia Seaplane Experience

Nanaimo: Strait of Georgia Seaplane Tour with a stop at Sechelt

€181
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanaimo: Strait of Georgia Seaplane Tour with a stop at Sechelt
Our new semi-covered vessel has warm seating indoors and a viewing platform at the stern.

Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat

€147
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat
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