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Our top choices for Chemainus motels

A restaurant with a high, curved glass ceiling allowing natural light, seating with a view, and a decorative metal sculpture on the counter.

1. Fuller Lake Motel

Fuller Lake Motel
2.5 star property
Chemainus
7.4 out of 10, Good, (437 reviews)
"Room clean, great bed and shower."
Canada
Laraine
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Fuller Lake Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view of the forest, and a wooden floor.

2. Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Heritage Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (302 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff."
Canada
Rene
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Holiday House Motel
A building with a totem pole, a car parked in front, and a sign for 'Thunderbolt Motor Inn'.

3. Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.4 out of 10, Good, (990 reviews)
"Comfortable bed and great shower."
Canada
Adrian
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Thunderbird Motor Inn
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.

4. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Buccaneer Inn
A compact hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table, and a chair.

5. Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.0 out of 10, Good, (76 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"
United States
Katya
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Falcon Nest Motel
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

6. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (810 reviews)
"Nice location easy walk up the hill from the ferry terminal."
Canada
miles
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Departure Bay Motel
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a gray sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee maker.

7. South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel
2.0 star property
Lake Cowichan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (280 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Shelley
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
South Shore Motel
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

8. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay, very clean and friendly staff."
Canada
Chris
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Harbour Light Motel
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

9. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (879 reviews)
"I liked the location to the ferry."
Canada
Gary
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Spot
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

10. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good rooms and good rates"
Canada
Sheldon
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

11. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
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$146
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Diplomat Motel
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

12. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (854 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
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Bluebird Motel
A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dining table, and a kitchenette.

13. Croftinn & Motel

Croftinn & Motel
2.0 star property
Crofton
7.2 out of 10, Good, (230 reviews)
"Good value, condition in line with pricing. Great location and staff were friendly."
Canada
Tom
Croftinn & Motel
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Chemainus Motels information

Number of reviews
2,953
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$139
Highest Price
NZ$184

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Chemainus?
If you're not able to find a motel in Chemainus, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 21 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Chemainus?
Here are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Fuller Lake Motel: Enjoy access to the 2 outdoor tennis courts, and freebies including WiFi, self-parking and a manager's reception. Thunderbird Motor Inn: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Chemainus is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) away. Harbour Light Motel: Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 18.1 mi (29.2 km) from the heart of Chemainus. Departure Bay Motel: Central Chemainus is 20.7 mi (33.3 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites: 19.6 mi (31.6 km) from the heart of Chemainus. Enjoy access to the terrace and restaurant, as well as room amenities such as a microwave.
What can I do in Chemainus?
People visiting Chemainus like its theatre scene and coffee shops. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Kinsmen Beach Park, Transfer Beach Park and Saint Mary Lake. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company, Pacific Northwest Raptors and Cowichan Aquatic Centre. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Chemainus Theatre, Mount Brenton Golf Course and Fuller Lake Arena.
What's the weather like in Chemainus?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Chemainus to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of 4°C. The rainiest months in Chemainus are November, January, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 226 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Chemainus while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Chemainus to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is located 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base), which is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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