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Our top choices for Central Nanaimo hotels

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1. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,045 reviews)
"Nice hotel reasonably priced."
Canada
Rick
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Restaurant

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,488 reviews)
"Close walk to the water, clean rooms and helpful staff"
Canada
Stephan
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
BBQ/picnic Area

3. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (845 reviews)
"Fynn was an amazing host. Thank you so much for letting me into the lobby while I waited for my room."
Canada
Brandon
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Spot
Cottage | Living area

4. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"great stay for the price!"
Canada
James
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Buccaneer Inn
Exterior

5. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice location with breakfast. Staff is pretty good."
Canada
shu
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Reception

6. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (760 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Departure Bay Motel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

7. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (841 reviews)
"Staff was very nice room was clean and centrslly located have stayed 2 or 3 times and will continue to stay when in nanimo"
Canada
laurie
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Bluebird Motel
Exterior

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, (1,848 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
Canada
Sharon
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior

9. 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, (1,366 reviews)
"it’s was a good place to stay"
Canada
Dorothy
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
View from property

10. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Easy check in, super nice place"
Canada
Brandon
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Front of property

11. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Central Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and close to amenities."
Canada
Christine
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Quality Inn
Front of property

12. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"A charming, old school motel that anyone who has spent vacations going on road trips will appreciate for its charm and the memories of road trips past it conjures up. Comfy with all of the typical amenities we are used to, with that unique touch that is absent when staying at a corporate chain motel."
Canada
Philip
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Harbour Light Motel
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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, (1,519 reviews)
"Good breakfast and staff"
Canada
Paulo Cesar
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Indoor spa tub

14. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
5.8 km from Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,114 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean and nice location on the lake."
Canada
Robin
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Inn On Long Lake
Exterior

15. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Central Nanaimo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"A beautiful step back in time with the lovely decor and ambiance. We loved our stay at The Grand Hotel."
Canada
Annie
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
View from property

16. 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, (348 reviews)
"This was a really great place to stay with comfy bed and hotel room standards and amenities +. I especially was happy that they allow smoking on the balcony."
Canada
Wendy
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Water view

17. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.5 km from Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (296 reviews)
"The hostel was simple, but very clean and comfortable. The location was excellent—right downtown, with everything within easy reach. The staff were very kind and helpful, and I felt comfortable throughout my stay. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit to Nanaimo!"
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Front of property

18. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
3.6 km from Central Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (554 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Diplomat Motel
Property entrance

19. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
3.8 km from Central Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. Right on the lake, clean, comfortable, and quiet."
Canada
Erin
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Bethlehem Centre
Lobby

20. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
8.1 km from Central Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Super nice hotel and breakfast in the morning is such a bonus!"
Canada
ROBIN
The price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Best Western Northgate Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Central Nanaimo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Cottage | Living area
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
BBQ/picnic Area
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
845 reviews
View
Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
1,045 reviews
View
Reception
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
760 reviews
View
Exterior
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
1,008 reviews
View

Our guide on 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 Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

A marina with boats at sunset, mountains in the background, and a forested shoreline.

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 Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

Top Central Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Central Nanaimo

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

8/10 Good
"I enjoyed walking in and it smelled very clean and looked very well kept! Our stay was wonderful , the room felt clean and comfortable. The only thing I would say which isn’t much of a big deal is the pool is very very cold , I believe maybe the heater is broken?"
Emma 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Nanaimo?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Nanaimo's Central Nanaimo neighbourhood. Are you looking for Central Nanaimo travel tips? Make sure that you visit Maffeo Sutton Park and Chinese Cemetery while you're in the neighbourhood.
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 21 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?
If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Central Nanaimo, look into Stones Marina and Townsite Marina. Maffeo Sutton Park and Chinese Cemetery are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Pryde Vista Golf Course, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Buttertubs Marsh Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Nanaimo. While you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo, make sure that you visit other sights such as Arbutus Distillery or Nanaimo Ice Centre.