Central Nanaimo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A marina with various boats, including sailboats and yachts, docked along the waterfront.

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Our pick of the best Central Nanaimo Hotel Deals

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

2 out of 5
96 Terminal Avenue North Nanaimo BC
The price is NZ$140 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$140
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel

2 out of 5
2011 Estevan Rd Nanaimo BC
The price is NZ$142 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$142
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (812 reviews)
"My Honest review is The place outside is like a classic, simple motel. But when you enter inside the room its like a five star hotel, its Clean, with best amenities, soft bed and modern things/ furnitures, specially the shower its awesome! Its my first time in this Motel but because of my experience ..."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Departure Bay Motel
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

2.5 out of 5
315 Rosehill Street Nanaimo BC
The price is NZ$188 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
NZ$188
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,055 reviews)
"We make this our 'go to' place to stay when coming to Nanaimo."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn

2.5 out of 5
1577 Stewart Avenue Nanaimo BC
The price is NZ$158 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$158
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Our room was very small but it had everything we needed. The bed was comfy and it was very quiet at night. There were plates and cups along with the grudge and microwave. We didn’t use them but it was nice to know they were there. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful. We would definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Buccaneer Inn
The Spot

The Spot

2 out of 5
950 Terminal Avenue N Nanaimo BC
The price is NZ$146 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
NZ$146
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (881 reviews)
"Easy check-in and check-out, very friendly desk staff, clean and quiet."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

The Spot
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
505 Terminal Avenue North Nanaimo BC
The price is NZ$127 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$127
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Nanaimo. Enjoy a garden, cable TV channels and an in-room coffee maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"No heat in the room and door didn’t close properly"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
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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.

Downtown Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Nanaimo Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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.



Central Nanaimo Travel Guide

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