Search Motels in Nanaimo

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
3 Jul - 5 Jul
In two weeks
10 Jul - 12 Jul
In one month
24 Jul - 26 Jul
In two months
21 Aug - 23 Aug

Our top choices for Nanaimo motels

Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (931 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to ferry, clean beds, nothing to complain about! Will stay here again"
Canada
Kara
The price is AED 370
AED 429 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Buccaneer Inn
Reception

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (656 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is AED 276
AED 321 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Departure Bay Motel
BBQ/picnic area

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (772 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 AED 346
AED 431 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Spot
Mini-golf

The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
Parksville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very good place to stay very clean and convenient"
Canada
Michelle
The price is AED 416
AED 478 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
The Tide's Inn
Restaurant

Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
Parksville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (219 reviews)
"Parking was excellent, the rooms are very comfortable and exceptionally clean. We loved our stay and we will definitely be back . "
Canada
Amy
The price is AED 359
AED 413 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Arbutus Grove Motel
Front of property

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, convenient location"
Canada
Eala
The price is AED 370
AED 429 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Harbour Light Motel
Arcade

The Tide’s Out

The Tide’s Out
2.0 star property
Parksville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (65 reviews)
"Nice place to stay and family gets free mini golf next door"
Canada
Hien
The price is AED 532
AED 612 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
The Tide’s Out
Exterior

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (893 reviews)
"Staff is excellent cheap and cheerful rooms!"
Canada
Cindy
The price is AED 246
AED 285 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Beach nearby

Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (624 reviews)
"Clean economical place to stay. I would definitely stay again."
Canada
Dan
The price is AED 488
AED 561 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Ocean Crest Motel
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes

Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Ladysmith
7.6 out of 10, Good, (272 reviews)
"Excellent location clean rooms great quality coffee!"
Canada
Nancy
The price is AED 457
AED 525 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Holiday House Motel
Property grounds

Buena Vista by the Sea

Buena Vista by the Sea
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (456 reviews)
"great views of the ocean!"
Canada
abraham
The price is AED 462
AED 531 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Buena Vista by the Sea
The Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels

Cedar Grove Motel and Cabins

Cedar Grove Motel and Cabins
2.5 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (242 reviews)
"Great staff and nice campground"
Canada
Marc
The price is AED 462
AED 531 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Cedar Grove Motel and Cabins
Children's area

Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
Parksville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (413 reviews)
"Awesome little place with friendly folks"
Canada
Matt
The price is AED 436
AED 501 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Skylite Motel
Front of property

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (522 reviews)
"We love the room, neat and organized, very accommodating staff/owner"
Canada
Dahlia
The price is AED 333
AED 386 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Diplomat Motel
Waterslide

Riverside Resort & RV Park

Riverside Resort & RV Park
3.0 star property
Qualicum Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (543 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff."
Canada
Ervin
The price is AED 506
AED 582 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Riverside Resort & RV Park
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (766 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very welcoming. Great and quiet are."
Canada
Nancy
The price is AED 346
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
The Bluebird Motel
View from property

Sechelt Inn

Sechelt Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Sechelt
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Newly renovated and very close to the water. Among all, I will definitely stay here again!"
Canada
Ting
The price is AED 553
AED 642 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Sechelt Inn
Dining

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (834 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
Charles
The price is AED 276
AED 318 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Thunderbird Motor Inn
50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel
2.0 star property
Lake Cowichan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
"easy and secure parking and near to national park"
Canada
YU YU
The price is AED 386
AED 444 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
South Shore Motel
Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (50 reviews)
"Clean, convient and quite at night. "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AED 325
AED 374 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Falcon Nest Motel
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.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"One thing I noticed with hotels on this trip. The toilet paper is not good quality and from this trips experience, I will bring my own in the future. But everything else was great."
Leslie Ann 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Nanaimo?
If you're not able to find a motel in Nanaimo, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 130 lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Nanaimo?
Departure Bay Motel: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites: A terrace and a restaurant are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. The Spot: Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Buccaneer Inn: It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Harbour Light Motel: Stay within a short 6-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels are there in Nanaimo?
Expedia has 9 low-priced motels in Nanaimo.
What can I do in Nanaimo?
While you're sightseeing in this walkable area, check out the bustling port and enjoy the scenic seaside. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Protection Island, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, and Departure Bay Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf, and The Wool Shop. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Old City Quarter, Nanaimo Museum, and Bastion.
What's the weather like in Nanaimo?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Nanaimo to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are December and February with an average of 39°F. The rainiest months in Nanaimo are November, January, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Nanaimo when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Nanaimo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome), which is located 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.