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The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
Motel with a restaurant, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, offers a serene retreat with its garden and restaurant. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas, unwind on the terrace or enjoy amenities like smoke-free premises and microwaves upon request; guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec

Room options

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Queen Room

Queen Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Queen Room

Two Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bed sheets

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Bed sheets

Classic Suite

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
505 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC, V9S-4K1

What's nearby

  • Old City Quarter - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Milton Street Public House - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
A terrace, a garden and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Momji 310

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Thursday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Port-O-Call Inn Nanaimo
Port-O-Call Inn
Port-O-Call Nanaimo
The O Call & Suites Nanaimo
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Motel
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Nanaimo
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Motel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Is The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites on 5 Dec 2025 start from NZ$131.49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Maffeo Sutton Park and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Bastion and Old City Quarter are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 810 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 810 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 810 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 810 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 810 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sanjot

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was polite and accomodating. Room was clean and good for what we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syed Kshaf Abbas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, the garden in the middle is quite zen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely employees.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

It was good enough for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

b

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upgraded my room , and it was a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were good too bad they have to work in that environment and setting. Please ensure staff defrost the fridge/ freezer periodically
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for early morning ferry, but
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wayne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not stay here! Its a total dump .When we saw the room we went to the front desk and told them there was no way we were staying there.They promised a refund but later denied it. Filthy place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Danita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price for a great room!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and inexpensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan SCC

Liked: Staff & service
New owner, hopefully renovations coming for the garden court, otherwise nostalgic in a 70's mexico way.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel at a decent price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night. The room was clean with coffee machine and mini fridge. Pretty quiet overall. Easy check in. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy check in.. the gent working the desk was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s pretty good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, clean set up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ken

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poorly Renovated’70s Motel Just don’t stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Liette

Disliked: Staff & service
I went to check in and I waited to be told they were waiting for housekeeping and to come back later. I couldn't come back later because I was playing in a tournament and didn't finish till midnight. To drive there to find it closed and I had no place to stay. I had to sleep in my vehicle. This was not acceptable. Terrible service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near ferry terminal and close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna

This hotel is ok for a quick stopover. We could see daylight around the door so it is not very soundproof and combined with traffic it was noisy. Room was small…barely room for our luggage. Hotel is just alright.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was legitimately the most disgusting place I have ever stayed. Everything was dirty, the toilet was taped together, and the bedding had tons are hard crusty spots.
Crunchy spot on the comforter. There were multiple.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Phoebe

Very nice room but floors are cold
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Devon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pretty much completely average
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025