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Our top choices for Central Nanaimo hotels

A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

1. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,537 reviews)
"Clean room/breakfast was good/staff very friendly all and all very good stay."
Canada
Robert J
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

2. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,055 reviews)
"We make this our 'go to' place to stay when coming to Nanaimo."
Canada
Wallace
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
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.

3. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Buccaneer Inn
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

4. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (881 reviews)
"As always, staying at The Spot in Nanaimo was a wonderful experience. The place was super clean and well-stocked, and the staff were as lovely as ever."
Canada
Nadin
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The Spot
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, (812 reviews)
"5 star will stay again"
Canada
En chi
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Good rooms and good rates"
Canada
Sheldon
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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, (855 reviews)
"Was a good price for the room which has been renovated in the past few years."
Canada
Tyler
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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, (1,908 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! Would definitely stay here again. Convenient location & tons of stuff in walking distance with beautiful views."
United States
Katelyn
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Coast Bastion Hotel
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

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, (1,374 reviews)
"The best hotel in Nanaimo, will never stay anywhere else!"
Canada
Alannah
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

10. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Central Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely clean, great location...Great stay"
Canada
Yusuf
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

11. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff and close to amenities and local attractions."
Canada
Steven
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

12. 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, (1,546 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Canada
Ralph
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel with a covered entrance, a large building with multiple windows, and a tree with pink flowers in the foreground.

13. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Central Nanaimo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very pleased with our stay. Breakfast was also great!"
Canada
Paulette
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

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, (1,121 reviews)
"The view was nice and the property / room was great for my family."
Canada
Justin
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Inn On Long Lake
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

15. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay, very clean and friendly staff."
Canada
Chris
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Harbour Light Motel
A dining table with waffles, sausages, and a bottle of syrup, overlooking a calm body of water with islands.

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, (352 reviews)
"Beautiful view"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A rocky shoreline with calm water, trees, and a clear sky.

17. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
3.6 km from Central Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (562 reviews)
"Everything the staff, the room especially the washroom is so clean"
Canada
Louie
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Diplomat Motel
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.

18. 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, (298 reviews)
"The Painted Turtle was a good accommodation choice for my stay in Nanaimo. The location was convenient and the availability of cooking facilities was a plus."
United States
Lynne
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

19. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
3.8 km from Central Nanaimo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"I had a self-catered 3-night solo silent retreat at Bethlehem and am so glad I did. If you want to unplug and reconnect within and with whatever you understand as creation, this is a great place to do it. The facilities are simple but more than adequate, the property is beautiful with a labyrinth, library, pond feature and more, and Westwood Lake could not be more beautiful."
Canada
Brandon
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Bethlehem Centre
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area with a red car.

20. 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, (1,341 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and property."
Canada
Sean
The price is NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
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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
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,537 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
1,055 reviews
View
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
881 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
812 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Nanaimo

Find the best Central Nanaimo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.

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.

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

THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort

8/10 Good
"We enjoyed the close proximity to the boardwalk and beach. The room was lovely and we made use of the balcony to enjoy the view and fresh air"
Evelyn 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
THE Beach Club Resort

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 Departure Bay Motel.
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.