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Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Protection Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,666 reviews)
"The whole place was great. The restaurant was wonderful with great staff."
Australia
Lesley
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2 km from Protection Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,297 reviews)
"Great place to stay, highly recommended "
Canada
Jean
The price is NZ$313
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Cottage | Living area

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Protection Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (944 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to ferry, clean beds, nothing to complain about! Will stay here again"
Canada
Kara
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Buccaneer Inn
View from property

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 1.8 km from Protection Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Kristi
The price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Protection Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"The location is good."
Canada
Boting
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Quality Inn
BBQ/picnic Area

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Protection Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (779 reviews)
"The hotel is clean, service excellent, and they provide perfect parking, good location easy to reach restaurants and sightseeing points."
Canada
YANRU
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
The Spot
Sauna

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.8 km from Protection Island
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,341 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
Reuben
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2 km from Protection Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean spacious room, excellent helpful staff."
Canada
Steve
The price is NZ$304
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Water view

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Protection Island
7.8 out of 10, Good, (279 reviews)
"The hostel is very cute and clean, with colorful paintings and murals, and the staff very helpful and friendly. Strongly recommend!"
Canada
Marilyne
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Front of property

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Protection Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, convenient location"
Canada
Eala
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Harbour Light Motel
Exterior

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2 km from Protection Island
7.2 out of 10, Good, (908 reviews)
"Staff is excellent cheap and cheerful rooms!"
Canada
Cindy
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.3 km from Protection Island
7.0 out of 10, Good, (771 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very welcoming. Great and quiet are."
Canada
Nancy
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
The Bluebird Motel
Front of property

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
2.8 km from Protection Island
7.2 out of 10, Good, (524 reviews)
"We love the room, neat and organized, very accommodating staff/owner"
Canada
Dahlia
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Diplomat Motel
Reception

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.3 km from Protection Island
7.8 out of 10, Good, (673 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Departure Bay Motel
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Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
3.7 km from Protection Island
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,546 reviews)
"Clean rooms and helpful staff. Nice pool and hot tub as well. The attached restaurant was a bonus and was very good as well. We would stay there again!"
Canada
Lori
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Protection Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (430 reviews)
"Excellent rooms and facilities, close to everything, and the price just right! Would definitely stay there again!"
Canada
Natalia
The price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
View from property

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
5.6 km from Protection Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (331 reviews)
"This was the perfect place for our staying at Nanaimo. It was close to parks for walking in, very quiet and spacious, and the view was spectacular! We loved our stay here."
United States
Wendy
The price is NZ$271
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Indoor spa tub

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
8.6 km from Protection Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,075 reviews)
"Quiet location, nice view of the lake, clean room"
Canada
Brian
The price is NZ$346
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Inn On Long Lake
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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
8.6 km from Protection Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Quiet, clean…great location"
Canada
Mary
The price is NZ$293
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Lobby

Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Protection Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice clean room, good breakfast."
Canada
George
The price is NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Best Western Northgate Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Protection Island

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,666 reviews
View
Exterior
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,297 reviews
View
Cottage | Living area
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
944 reviews
View
View from property
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,005 reviews
View
Front of property
Quality Inn
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,007 reviews
View

Top Protection Island Hotel Reviews

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn

8/10 Good
"Clean and very functional. Super location if you take the Ferry early in the morning from Departure Bay."
ANDREA 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Buccaneer Inn

Hotels near other Protection Island attractions

A calm river with a wooden dock, a pathway along the riverbank, and buildings in the background.
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Maffeo Sutton Park

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Protection Island?
Protection Island is located in Nanaimo. This walkable area is known for its beautiful island views and hiking. You'll find 106 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay close to Protection Island?
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Protection Island. Other good options within a few miles include Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo and Coast Bastion Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Protection Island?
Expedia has 106 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Protection Island.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Protection Island, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Protection Island.
What can I see and do near Protection Island?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Beach Estates Park and Petroglyph Park. You'll have countless hours of family fun at The OV Arts Centre, Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The Labyrinth. At Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, Departure Bay Beach and Pipers Lagoon Park, you can surround yourself with nature.