Best Hotels in Nanaimo (2026) — 40 Top-Rated Stays | IMPT
Updated May 2026 · verified reviews

The best hotels in Nanaimo for 2026.

40 top-rated hotels in Nanaimo, Canada, ranked by verified guest reviews. Live prices, instant booking, free cancellation — same rates as Booking.com.

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Overview

Where to stay in Nanaimo.

Looking for a hotel in Nanaimo? We've ranked the 40 best-reviewed stays in the city so you can compare ratings, location, and price in one place. Every hotel below has verified guest reviews and shows the same nightly rate you'd pay on Booking.com or direct — search your dates to see live availability.

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40top-rated hotels
4rated 4★ or higher
11,622verified guest reviews
3.8/5average guest score

Across the 40 best-reviewed hotels in Nanaimo, 4 carry a 4-star rating or higher and together they hold 11,622 verified guest reviews. The highest-rated right now is Coast Bastion Hotel at 5.0/5. Whether you want a central base for sightseeing or a quieter, better-value area, the list below lets you compare location, star rating and real guest scores side by side before you book — at the same nightly rate you'd pay on Booking.com.

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40 best hotels in Nanaimo.

Ranked by verified guest rating. Tap any hotel to see live rates, photos and rooms.

Coast Bastion Hotel — hotel in Nanaimo#15.0/5
★★★

Coast Bastion Hotel

Nanaimo, Canada

5.0/5 · 1,658 reviews

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Best Western Dorchester Hotel — hotel in Nanaimo#23.7/5
★★

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Nanaimo, Canada

3.7/5 · 1,123 reviews

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Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo — hotel in Nanaimo#34.4/5
★★

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Nanaimo, Canada

4.4/5 · 978 reviews

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Best Western Northgate Inn — hotel in Nanaimo#43.7/5
★★

Best Western Northgate Inn

Nanaimo, Canada

3.7/5 · 823 reviews

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Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo — hotel in Nanaimo#53.7/5
★★

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Nanaimo, Canada

3.7/5 · 808 reviews

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Inn On Long Lake — hotel in Nanaimo#64.7/5
★★

Inn On Long Lake

Nanaimo, Canada

4.7/5 · 610 reviews

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Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo — hotel in Nanaimo#72.0/5
★★

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Nanaimo, Canada

2.0/5 · 560 reviews

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Riverside Resort & RV Park — hotel in Nanaimo#85.0/5
★★★

Riverside Resort & RV Park

Nanaimo, Canada

5.0/5 · 512 reviews

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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo — hotel in Nanaimo#92.4/5
★★★

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

Nanaimo, Canada

2.4/5 · 482 reviews

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Harbour Light Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#103.7/5
★★

Harbour Light Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

3.7/5 · 371 reviews

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Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo — hotel in Nanaimo#114.4/5
★★★

Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo

Nanaimo, Canada

4.4/5 · 359 reviews

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The Port O Call Inn & Suites — hotel in Nanaimo#124.0/5
★★

The Port O Call Inn & Suites

Nanaimo, Canada

4.0/5 · 312 reviews

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Departure Bay Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#132.4/5
★★

Departure Bay Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

2.4/5 · 301 reviews

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Qualicum Bay Resort — hotel in Nanaimo#143.7/5
★★

Qualicum Bay Resort

Nanaimo, Canada

3.7/5 · 299 reviews

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The Bluebird Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#152.4/5
★★

The Bluebird Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

2.4/5 · 261 reviews

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Howard Johnson Hotel Nanaimo Harbourside — hotel in Nanaimo#164.0/5
★★

Howard Johnson Hotel Nanaimo Harbourside

Nanaimo, Canada

4.0/5 · 243 reviews

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Buccaneer Inn — hotel in Nanaimo#175.0/5
★★

Buccaneer Inn

Nanaimo, Canada

5.0/5 · 238 reviews

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Colonial Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#182.0/5
★★

Colonial Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

2.0/5 · 224 reviews

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Quality Inn — hotel in Nanaimo#194.0/5
★★

Quality Inn

Nanaimo, Canada

4.0/5 · 194 reviews

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Sand Pebbles Inn — hotel in Nanaimo#202.0/5
★★

Sand Pebbles Inn

Nanaimo, Canada

2.0/5 · 194 reviews

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Ocean Crest Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#215.0/5
★★

Ocean Crest Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

5.0/5 · 185 reviews

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Diplomat Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#224.7/5
★★

Diplomat Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

4.7/5 · 179 reviews

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Vancouver Island University Residences — hotel in Nanaimo#232.0/5
★★

Vancouver Island University Residences

Nanaimo, Canada

2.0/5 · 154 reviews

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Cranberry Arms Inn — hotel in Nanaimo#244.7/5
★★

Cranberry Arms Inn

Nanaimo, Canada

4.7/5 · 139 reviews

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Crown Mansion Boutique Hotel & Villas — hotel in Nanaimo#255.0/5
★★★

Crown Mansion Boutique Hotel & Villas

Nanaimo, Canada

5.0/5 · 113 reviews

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Buena Vista by the Sea — hotel in Nanaimo#263.7/5
★★

Buena Vista by the Sea

Nanaimo, Canada

3.7/5 · 70 reviews

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The Marinaside Resort — hotel in Nanaimo#273.4/5
★★★★

The Marinaside Resort

Nanaimo, Canada

3.4/5 · 66 reviews

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Lighthouse Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#284.0/5
★★

Lighthouse Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

4.0/5 · 62 reviews

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Castaway Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#293.7/5
★★

Castaway Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

3.7/5 · 58 reviews

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Ocean Melody Vacation Rooms — hotel in Nanaimo#303.7/5

Ocean Melody Vacation Rooms

Nanaimo, Canada

3.7/5 · 19 reviews

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Bethlehem Centre — hotel in Nanaimo#314.7/5
★★

Bethlehem Centre

Nanaimo, Canada

4.7/5 · 12 reviews

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Westerlea Resort Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#324.4/5
★★

Westerlea Resort Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

4.4/5 · 11 reviews

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Heather Place Inn — hotel in Nanaimo#334.5/5
★★★

Heather Place Inn

Nanaimo, Canada

4.5/5 · 2 reviews

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Forest Ocean View place — hotel in Nanaimo#343.0/5
★★

Forest Ocean View place

Nanaimo, Canada

3.0/5 · 2 reviews

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Peaceful spacious 2BR Suite — hotel in Nanaimo#350.0/5
★★★★

Peaceful spacious 2BR Suite

Nanaimo, Canada

0.0/5 · 0 reviews

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Forest Ocean View place — hotel in Nanaimo#360.0/5
★★

Forest Ocean View place

Nanaimo, Canada

0.0/5 · 0 reviews

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Lighthouse Motel — hotel in Nanaimo#370.0/5
★★

Lighthouse Motel

Nanaimo, Canada

0.0/5 · 0 reviews

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Cranberry Arms Inn — hotel in Nanaimo#380.0/5
★★

Cranberry Arms Inn

Nanaimo, Canada

0.0/5 · 0 reviews

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A Shack In The Woods — hotel in Nanaimo#390.0/5
★★★★

A Shack In The Woods

Nanaimo, Canada

0.0/5 · 0 reviews

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A Shack In The Woods — hotel in Nanaimo#400.0/5
★★★★

A Shack In The Woods

Nanaimo, Canada

0.0/5 · 0 reviews

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What are the best hotels in Nanaimo?
The top-rated hotel in Nanaimo right now is Coast Bastion Hotel (5.0/5 from 1,658 verified reviews). This page ranks 40 of the best-reviewed hotels in Nanaimo, Canada, updated for 2026.
How much does a hotel in Nanaimo cost?
Nightly prices in Nanaimo vary by season, location, and star rating. IMPT shows live rates that match Booking.com and Expedia — search your dates to see the current price for any hotel on this page.
Which area of Nanaimo is best to stay in?
It depends on your trip: central districts suit first-time visitors and sightseeing, while quieter neighbourhoods offer better value. Every hotel below shows its exact location so you can pick what fits your plans.
Can I book a hotel in Nanaimo with free cancellation?
Yes — most hotels in Nanaimo offer free cancellation up to check-in. Filter for free-cancellation rates when you search your dates.
Are these Nanaimo hotels good for families?
Many of the Nanaimo hotels listed include family rooms, and you can set the number of guests and rooms when you search. Each listing shows star rating and verified guest scores to help you choose.

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