Places to stay in Nanaimo, British Columbia

We currently have 75 accommodations in and around Nanaimo with other regional listings available for Campsites, Motor Inns, Hotels, B&B's and other properties.. You can filter listings by the available types:

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Known as the "Harbour City" for its incredible downtown harbour, Nanaimo is the second largest city on the Island and offers guests a myriad of activities and attractions. Acknowledged by professionals as one of the best diving locations in North America, the waters around Nanaimo cater to divers of all skill levels. Nanaimo is located on Highway 19, 111 km northwest of Victoria. Places to eat in the region include New York Style Pizza & Pasta, The Keg Steakhouse & Bar, Mrs Riches Club Cafe, and Pho A Dong Restaurant.

Wondering where to stay? Lodging options in the city are mainly limited to Bed and Breakfast type accommodations, though there are a large number of nearby hotels. If you are travelling in the area, Nanaimo is located close to Northfield, Reid Island, Marble Bay, Cayetano Point and Nonooa Rock.

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Selected and best reviewed properties in Nanaimo

The Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Photograph of Best Western Dorchester Hotel, Nanaimo
9 OUT OF 10 I have stayed here before and this time I found out that they spent about a million $ on guest room renovations. Very nice! They have kept the charm of an older period hotel and made it come alive with the new fabrics and furniture. The staff is very friendly and helpful. A great dining room, also .....

The Lancrest By The Sea B&B

Welcome to your 4 star Canada select luxury Bed and Breakfast, a true home away from home. Lantzville, centrally located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada offers panoramic ocean views, and is only minutes from BC Ferries, Nanaimo, BC and Parksville, BC. Adult oriented modern level .....

The Waterside Bed and Breakfast

There is a private dock for swimming. The water is clean and is excellent for swimming. There is a boat for your use. There is also fishing available for bass or trout in this stocked lake. There are a large variety of birds for bird watching enthusiasts. Eagles and hummingbirds are commonly .....

Other local Nanaimo information and places to visit.

  • Longitude: -123°56'24.232
  • Latitude: 49°9'57.180

Things to see and do

Gallery 223

Located at 223 Commercial Street. Gallery 223 is conveniently located in downtown Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, in a restored heritage building - the former home of the Nanaimo Daily Free Press newspaper.

Nearby towns

Nanaimo is close to:

Closed, unlisted or renamed properties

  • Pepper Muffin Country Inn, 3718 Jingle Pot Road
  • Eagleridge Bed & Breakfast, 6517 Peregrine Road
  • The Red Pheasant Country Inn Bed and Breakfast, 2850 Gordon's Lane
  • Shearwater House Bed and Breakfast, 3297 Shearwater Drive