Places to stay in Nanaimo, British Columbia

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. Local restaurants include New York Style Pizza & Pasta, Bistro Taiyo Japanese Restaurant, Real Food, and La Stella Trattoria.

We currently have 72 accommodations in and around Nanaimo with other regional listings available for Campsites, Hotels, Motor Inns, Inns and other properties. You can filter listings by the available types:

39 B&Bs
24 Hotels / Motels / Extended Stay / Resorts
9 Camping / RV / Cottages / Lodges / Rentals
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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 Grant Lake, Englishman River, Orlebar Point, Newcastle and Somenos Creek.

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Selected and best reviewed properties in Nanaimo

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The Best Western Dorchester Hotel

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 .....
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The Amberwood On The River B&B

If you are looking for accommodation near Ladysmith or Nanaimo BC on Vancouver Island, come and experience the most magical place on the Nanaimo River! Where your privacy is our priority! Whether you're honeymooners looking for a romantic getaway or a business traveller looking for a restful .....

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The Best Western Northgate Inn

Leisure travelers can enjoy golf packages, eco-tours, salmon fishing, scuba diving (diving in this region is world renowned), horseback riding, and more. We offer Jacuzzi suites and in-room first-run movies. Located at the hub of Vancouver Island, the Best Western Northgate Inn is your pivot point .....

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The Courtyard

Settle in Marriott Award Winner in Design for the most comfortable of stays at Courtyard Nanaimo in downtown Nanaimo, BC, Canada. The hotel is located across the street from the Vancouver Island Conference Center, a few steps from the Port Theater and Nanaimo Harbor. Step inside our hotel and .....

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The Southwind Guest House & Spa

Enjoy the serene indoor heated pool fed by our own spring well. Indulge, relax the mind body and soul in the large hot tub while enjoying the incredible coastal views. Experience the Spa at Southwind offering on-site full service spa treatments, featuring renowned Pevonia Botanica products. Cruise .....

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The Westwood Lake RV - Camping & Cabins

The lake is well stocked with trout and has a ramp for small boats. The campgrounds have full services for tenting, RV sites, and rental cabins for your enjoyment. We are 10mn from Departure Bay ferry, and only 20mn from Duke Point Ferry. Our facilities include a recreation center, showers, .....

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The Hammond Bayside Executive Suite Inn

Hammond Bay is "the place" to enjoy kayaking, canoeing, hiking, diving, wind-surfing, sketching or painting, and observe its unique ecosystem. We are located between two wonderful Marine Parks, (Piper's Lagoon Park and Neck Point Park). Both are within short walking distances. Directly in front .....

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The Living Forest Oceanside Campground

The Living Forest is without question one of the finest RV Parks and Campgrounds on Vancouver Island--or anywhere else! RV WEST magazine readers have voted it their favourite privately run RV park and campground! Centrally located in beautiful Nanaimo, the park is the perfect location to call .....

Other local Nanaimo information and places to visit.

Nanaimo is 11 km away from Gabriola, 12 km away from Gabriola Island, 14 km away from Lantzville and 22 km away from Ladysmith.

Nanaimo is located at longitude -123°56'24.232 and latitude 49°9'57.180.

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Nanaimo

Photograph of Sukkhothai Gourmet Restaurant, Nanaimo
Sukkhothai Gourmet Restaurant

Splitsville Entertainment Ltd ( Sports / Activity / Bowling ). Located at 171 Calder Road, Nanaimo. Splitsville Entertainment is Canada’s premier bowling event specialists in Hamilton Ontario and Nanaimo British Columbia bowling. www.splitsville.ca Link

Brechin Lanes ( Sports / Activity / Bowling ). Located at 1870 Wellington Road East, Nanaimo. Brechin Lanes is your onestop shop for bowling in Nanaimo We offer fun birthday parties as well as fun leagues for everybody Good clean family fun Nanaimo Rainy Day Activity

Lighthouse Bistro & Pub ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 50 Anchor Way, Nanaimo. Enjoy a delectable array of fine cuisine to gourmet burgers in the Bistro and the Pub! Visit the Lighthouse today lighthousebistro.ca Link

Sukkhothai Gourmet Restaurant ( Dining / Thai ). Located at 123 Commercial Street, Nanaimo. At SukkhoThai Restaurant we offer meals of excellent quality and invite you to try our delicious award winning Thai food. www.sukkhothai.ca Link

New York Style Pizza & Pasta ( Dining / Pizza ). Located at 299 Wallace Street, Nanaimo. New York Style Pizza & Pasta was established in 1990. Since then the restaurant has won restaurateur of the year awards 5 times and many other excellence awards including 2009's Best Pizza in Nanaimo. New York Style Pizza & Pasta is famous for its gourmet pizzas and pastas, its mouth-watering ribs and its amazing Manhattan Salad. www.newyorkstylepizza.ca Link

Gina's Mexican Cafe ( Dining / Mexican ). Located at 47 Skinner Street, Nanaimo. Gina's Mexican Cafe is the place to go for delicious Mexican food in downtown Nanaimo. Experience premium seafood, fish tacos, chicken chilpotle, vegetarian cuisine, and vegan entrées made with fresh local ingredients in a festive friendly family restaurant. www.ginasmexicancafe.ca Link

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