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Here is a quick list of Cheapest Hotels Near Me in Nanaimo, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Coast Bastion Hotel |
8.7 / 10 (944 Reviews) |
From 107$ | |
| Private 1Br Guest Suite In North Nanaimo |
10.0 / 10 (8 Reviews) |
From 75$ | |
| Island View B&B |
9.2 / 10 (463 Reviews) |
From 71$ | |
| Bluebird Motel |
7.2 / 10 (182 Reviews) |
From 69$ | |
| Best Western Dorchester Hotel |
8.1 / 10 (1004 Reviews) |
From 98$ |
Finding affordable accommodations in Nanaimo doesn't have to be challenging. There are plenty of budget-friendly hotels that cater to various preferences, providing comfortable stays without putting a strain on your wallet. From quaint motels to family-run inns, Nanaimo offers a range of options that make it easy to explore this beautiful city without overspending. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a longer trip, check out our curated list to find the most economical solutions near you.
The Best Nanaimo Cheapest Hotels Near Me
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Coast Bastion Hotel
From 107$
Being located in the centre of Nanaimo, just 5 minutes' walk from Casino Nanaimo, the 3-star Coast Bastion Hotel Nanaimo offers spa therapy, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities. Featuring 177 rooms with views of the city, this upscale hotel is 2.2 km from Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park.
The scenic Departure Bay and Bowen Park are each 10 and within 25 minutes' walk of the hotel. The wonderful Bastion is 450 metres from Bastion at Skinner bus stop and just moments from Port Theatre. For those travelling from afar, Nanaimo Harbour Water airport is 5 minutes' drive away.
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Private 1Br Guest Suite In North Nanaimo
From 75$
Located around 10 minutes by car from Lost Lake Trail, Private 1Br Guest Suite In North Nanaimo hotel offers access to tourist attractions throughout Nanaimo. The guest house also includes a free private car park.
You'll need 16-minute drive to Nanaimo Harbour Water airport. When staying at this Nanaimo hotel, guests will be just 1.6 km from Blueback Beach Access. One of the most important attractions in Nanaimo is Woodgrove Centre, located in the neighbourhood of the accommodation. Woodgrove Centre Transit Exchange bus station can be found about 5 minutes' walk from Private 1Br Guest Suite In North Nanaimo hotel, while Loudon Park and Trail is nearly 15 minutes' drive away.
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Island View B&B
From 71$
Overlooking the garden, Island View B&B Nanaimo is merely 1.1 km from Lost Lake Trail. Wi-Fi is offered throughout the property.
Fillinger Waterfront Park 1 is located right near the bed & breakfast, and Nanaimo Harbour Water airport is approximately a 21-minute drive away. Also, there is Pipers Lagoon Park around a 10-minute ride from this Nanaimo hotel. Diver Lake Park is situated 4.6 km from the accommodation. Hammond Bay at Dunn bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is reasonably close to Island View B&B.
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Bluebird Motel
From 69$
Located a mere 1.3 km from Beach Estates Park, Bluebird Motel Nanaimo is just 5 minutes' walk from Dog Off Leash Area. There is parking on site and Wi-Fi in public areas.
This 2-star hotel is centrally situated near a ferry port. Guests staying at the motel will find themselves 3.5 km from Colliery Dam Park. Bastion is about 25 minutes' walk away. For those travelling from afar, Nanaimo Harbour Water airport is 5 minutes' drive away.
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Best Western Dorchester Hotel
From 98$
Best Western Dorchester Hotel Nanaimo is conveniently located a 5-minute walk from Harbourfront Walkway and offers views of the city. Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property and parking is provided on site.
Maffeo Sutton Park is 2.6 km from this hotel, and Vancouver Island Conference Centre is situated 2.5 km away. The charming hotel stands in the neighbourhood of Casino Nanaimo and lies within walking distance of a harbour. The property is also relatively near Nanaimo Harbour. A 10-minute drive from Harewood Centennial Park Playground is a perk for guests staying at the 3-star Best Western Dorchester Hotel. Situated right in the centre of Nanaimo, this accommodation is just near Front at Church bus stop.
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Port-O-Call Inn
From 67$
Offering a restaurant, the 2-star Port-O-Call Inn Nanaimo is merely 6 minutes' stroll from Dog Off Leash Area. The smoke-free inn includes 16 rooms.
The scenic Colliery Dam Park is 3.5 km from this Nanaimo hotel, while 2.3 km from Vancouver Island Conference Centre this place. From the accommodation it will take 17 minutes to walk to Harbourfront Walkway. The property is near a ferry port and Townsite at Terminal Ave N bus stop is only 350 metres away.
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Ocean Melody Vacation Rooms
From 82$
Ocean Melody Vacation Rooms Nanaimo hotel offers access to Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park, which is located just 1.6 km away. Unwind in this Nanaimo guest house's garden, where a balcony add to the scenic beauty.
You'll need 20-minute drive to Nanaimo Harbour Water airport. Standing a mere 7 minutes on foot from Neck Point Park, the hotel is approximately a 10-minute ride from Pipers Lagoon Park. This Nanaimo property is situated 3.9 km from Beban Park. Hammond Bay at McGuffie bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is a stone’s throw from Ocean Melody Vacation Rooms hotel.
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Departure Bay Motel
From 52$
At the 2-star Departure Bay Motel Nanaimo, you can stay close to Beach Estates Park, situated nearly a 5-minute walk away, while there are also a 24-hour front desk and wake-up service. While staying in the motel, you are invited to discover Harbour Air Seaplanes, located 3.1 km away, or walk for only 8 minutes to reach Church of the Nazarene.
Located approximately 10 minutes on foot from Brechin United Church, the hotel is 15 minutes' walk from Nanaimo city centre. Departure Bay is fairly close to the Departure and Nanaimo Harbour Water airport is 5 km away. The property is near a ferry port and Estevan at Brechin bus stop is 200 metres away.
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Harbour Light Motel
From 58$
Situated nearly 20 minutes' walk from the 19th century fortification "Bastion", the 2-star Harbour Light Motel Nanaimo features Wi-Fi throughout the property, and a car park on site. Its central location provides easy access to Casino Nanaimo, which is merely 500 metres away.
Vancouver Island Conference Centre is located fairly close to the hotel, and Nanaimo Harbour Water airport is approximately a 5-minute drive away. Buttertubs Marsh is a popular place to visit 3.2 km from this Nanaimo motel. The accommodation is situated in the neighbourhood of Colliery Dam Park, while Downtown Nanaimo Transit Exchange bus station lies approximately a 10-minute walk away.
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The Spot Motel
From 64$
Conveniently located around a 25-minute walk from Bowen Park, The Spot Motel Nanaimo features rooms with views of the courtyard. There is a car park on site and Wi-Fi in public areas.
You'll need 5-minute drive to Nanaimo Harbour Water airport. Departure Bay is 2.2 km away, while Dog Off Leash Area is within a few blocks of this 2-star hotel. The hotel is also within a 10-minute drive of Buttertubs Marsh. Princess Royal at Hemlock bus stop is just a few steps from The Spot Motel.
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Travelodge By Wyndham Nanaimo
From 79$
Situated 2.3 km from Casino Nanaimo, the 2-star Travelodge By Wyndham Nanaimo hotel offers meeting rooms with a range of business amenities. This Nanaimo hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.
The historic property is located about 10 minutes' drive from the scenic Colliery Dam Park and Vancouver Island Military Museum is approximately 20 minutes' walk away. You'll be a mere 1.5 km from Duck Pond. Situated in the centre of Nanaimo, this eco-friendly hotel is in the vicinity of Vancouver at Bryden bus stop. Nanaimo Harbour Water airport is in 5 minutes by car.
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Ramada By Wyndham Nanaimo Hotel
From 92$
The comfortable Ramada By Wyndham Nanaimo Hotel offers quick access to Nanaimo Bastion, located nearly a 5-minute walk away. This 3-star smoke-free inn offers Wi-Fi in public areas and has a meeting room and a business centre for those staying on business.
Westwood Lake Park is 4.1 km from the accommodation, while Vancouver Island Military Museum is nestled 2.3 km away. The hotel lies in the centre of Nanaimo, close to parks. Visit Duck Pond, within a 5-minute drive of the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Canada. Enjoy the proximity to Bastion, which is merely 1.9 km away. Terminal Ave N at Rosehill bus stop is located fairly close to this Nanaimo hotel.
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Value Lodge Motel
From 86$
Situated within a 10-minute drive of Harbour Air Seaplanes, Value Lodge Motel Nanaimo features Wi-Fi in public areas, and a car park nearby.
The centre of Nanaimo is a 25 minutes' walk of this budget hotel. Petroglyph Provincial Park is approximately 2 km from the motel, while Nanaimo Harbour Water airport is 5 km from it. The accommodation lies nearly a 25-minute walk from Casino Nanaimo. There is Victoria at Rainer bus stop merely 550 metres away.
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Diplomat Motel
From 61$
Located nearly a 25-minute walk from Bastion, the 2-star Diplomat Motel Nanaimo includes 19 rooms with views of the ocean. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and parking is provided on site too.
You'll need 5-minute drive to Nanaimo Harbour Water airport. Bowen Park is in proximity to this Nanaimo hotel, while Victoria at Pine bus stop is a mere 0.7 km away. The hotel is located within 30 minutes' walk of Maffeo Sutton Park.
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Red Robe B&B
From 95$
Located about 10 minutes' drive from Diver Lake Park, Red Robe Air B&B Nanaimo offers access to tourist attractions throughout Nanaimo.
You'll need 20-minute drive to Nanaimo Harbour Water airport. From this recently renovated guest house it will take approximately 25 minutes to walk to Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park. Lost Lake Trail is also situated 3.1 km away. There is Hammond Bay at Rutherford bus stop fairly close to the hotel.
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Castaway Motel
From 86$
Located only 13 minutes on foot from Maffeo Sutton Park, the 2-star Castaway Motel Nanaimo offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a car park.
You'll need 5-minute drive to Nanaimo Harbour Water airport. Nanaimo Art Gallery stands relatively near the budget motel. Guests may also get to Bastion, which is just 1.1 km away. This Nanaimo hotel is near a ferry port.
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The Waterfront Suites And Marina
From 101$
Situated approximately a 25-minute walk from Departure Bay, the 2-star Waterfront Suites And Marina Nanaimo hotel offers 2 meeting rooms with a range of business amenities. This Nanaimo hotel features both Wi-Fi in public areas and a private parking lot on site.
The accommodation is merely 1.4 km from the 19th century fortification "Bastion" and around 2 km from Casino Nanaimo. The city centre of Nanaimo can be reached in 20 minutes on foot. The hotel is located 5 km from Nanaimo Harbour Water airport and in close proximity to Stewart at Cypress bus stop.
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Annarthur Guest House
From 139$
Featuring a sun terrace with a barbecue grill, Annarthur Guest House Nanaimo is around 10 minutes by car from Morrell Nature Sanctuary. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Nanaimo, including Bowen Park, which is merely 400 metres away.
The centre of Nanaimo is a 15 minutes' walk of the guest house. Maffeo Sutton Park is also located in proximity to the accommodation. Protection Island is also situated approximately 15 minutes away by car. There is Bowen at Howard bus stop about 400 metres from Annarthur Guest House.
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Howard Johnson By Wyndham Nanaimo Harbourside
From 90$
The 2-star Howard Johnson By Wyndham Nanaimo Harbourside hotel is nearly 25 minutes on foot from Bowen Park and has an outdoor swimming pool plus a gym area. The environmentally friendly hotel is a good starting point for exploring Nanaimo, including Harbourfront Walkway, which is only 250 metres away.
The budget accommodation is 350 metres from Nanaimo Harbour Water airport and near Nanaimo Art Gallery. The hotel is about a 5-minute stroll from the 19th century fortification "Bastion" in Nanaimo. This Nanaimo property is situated fairly close to Protection Island, while Downtown Nanaimo Transit Exchange bus station lies just 0.9 km away.