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Our top choices for Protection Island hotels

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Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Protection Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,630 reviews)
"Very clean place, great location."
Canada
Alan
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Coast Bastion Hotel
Cottage | Living area

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Protection Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (921 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and very close to the ferry terminal."
Canada
Wei
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Buccaneer Inn
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Protection Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"The location is good."
Canada
Boting
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Quality Inn
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Protection Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (767 reviews)
"Great stay for the price"
Canada
Daley
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
The Spot
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Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2 km from Protection Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"Clean spacious room, excellent helpful staff."
Canada
Steve
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Sauna

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.8 km from Protection Island
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,311 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
Reuben
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Water view

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Protection Island
7.8 out of 10, Good, (275 reviews)
"The hostel is very cute and clean, with colorful paintings and murals, and the staff very helpful and friendly. Strongly recommend!"
Canada
Marilyne
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Front of property

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Protection Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, convenient location"
Canada
Eala
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Harbour Light Motel
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The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2 km from Protection Island
7.2 out of 10, Good, (882 reviews)
"This is an older building / but it was well maintained We booked last minute - but they accommodated our request - for our elder mom Will definitely stay again"
Canada
Vivian
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.3 km from Protection Island
7.0 out of 10, Good, (758 reviews)
"Friendly staff "
Canada
Andrew
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
The Bluebird Motel
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
2.8 km from Protection Island
7.2 out of 10, Good, (520 reviews)
"We love the room, neat and organized, very accommodating staff/owner"
Canada
Dahlia
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Diplomat Motel
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Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
3.7 km from Protection Island
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,557 reviews)
"Gray place to stay all the staff were all 5 stars would stay again when visiting the area"
Canada
darin
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Classic Queen Room | Bathroom

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.3 km from Protection Island
7.8 out of 10, Good, (634 reviews)
"Affordable stay, friendly staff, and the room was clean."
Canada
Sterling
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Departure Bay Motel
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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Protection Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (401 reviews)
"Nice, clean and amazing property."
Canada
Andrea
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
View from property

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
5.6 km from Protection Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (327 reviews)
"This was the perfect place for our staying at Nanaimo. It was close to parks for walking in, very quiet and spacious, and the view was spectacular! We loved our stay here."
United States
Wendy
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Indoor spa tub

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
8.6 km from Protection Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,062 reviews)
"Always a lovely place to stay. Room spotless and the grounds beautifully maintained."
Canada
Patricia
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Inn On Long Lake
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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
8.6 km from Protection Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Quiet, clean…great location"
Canada
Mary
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Lobby

Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Protection Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful and so helpful!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Best Western Northgate Inn
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
19 km from Protection Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,290 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
Canada
Chandramauli
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
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Compare popular hotels close to Protection Island

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,630 reviews
View
Cottage | Living area
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
921 reviews
View
Front of property
Quality Inn
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,012 reviews
View
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
767 reviews
View
Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
1,012 reviews
View

Top Protection Island Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn

Quality Inn

10/10 Excellent
"On site, gated parking was nice especially in that area of nanaimo Room was tidy. Location was close to everything you would need/want to see"
Daniel 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Quality Inn

Hotels near other Protection Island attractions

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Maffeo Sutton Park

You can learn about the history of Nanaimo with a visit to Maffeo Sutton Park.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Protection Island?
Protection Island is located in Nanaimo. This walkable area is known for its beautiful island views and hiking. You'll find 105 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay close to Protection Island?
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Protection Island. Other good options within a few miles include Coast Bastion Hotel and Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Protection Island?
Expedia has 105 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Protection Island.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Protection Island, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Protection Island.
What can I see and do near Protection Island?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Petroglyph Park and Beach Estates Park. You'll have countless hours of family fun at The OV Arts Centre, Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The Labyrinth. At Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, Departure Bay Beach and Pipers Lagoon Park, you can surround yourself with nature.