Downtown Nanaimo Holidays
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Our guide on 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
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.
Our pick of the best Downtown Nanaimo Hotel Deals
Coast Bastion Hotel
11 Bastion Street Nanaimo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$284 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$284
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,679 reviews)
"Nicely renovated rooms. Very clean"
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
70 Church St Nanaimo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$277 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$277
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"Really great location with a beautiful view of the harbour. Parking and check in was really easy."
Reviewed on 12 July 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
100 Gordon Street Nanaimo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$261 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$261
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,307 reviews)
"The place is new and clean and well maintained. The room’s comfort and style exceeded my expectations. Great bed, great shower. And super helpful staff."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stay near popular Downtown Nanaimo attractions
Activities
Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour
NZ$310
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Nanaimo: Strait of Georgia Seaplane Tour with a stop at Sechelt
NZ$355
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat
NZ$310
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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