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About this property
Located 385 metres from BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal, in central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, this motel is offers sea views of Newcastle Channel. Free WiFi and a fully equipped kitchen are featured in all suites. Guest suites at Buccaneer Inn include a living room with a flat-screen TV. The suites also offer an en suite bathroom. The motel provides barbecue facilities for guest use. Diving, kayak and bicycle storage is available on site. The Buccaneer Inn is 10 minutes’ walk from BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal. Nanaimo city centre is 3 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kathleen
Canada
“I have stayed at the Buccaneer Inn a number of times over the years. I like it because I like the rooms (large, full kitchens) and I like the human scale of the property - it is not a large impersonal operation. It is not for everyone - eg you...” - Valerie
Barbados
“The hotel is very close to the ferry port, so really convenient. The young woman who checked us in was lovely. I can’t remember her name but she is from Brazil. The room was lovely but no air conditioning.” - Ljh
Canada
“We've stayed here before and it is a great location close to the ferry and nice area to walk to the water and restaurants.” - Ljh
Canada
“Perfect location close to the ferry. A cute place, clean, spacious room, well stocked with everything you need. Pleasant staff.” - Sandra
United Kingdom
“Absolutely spotless! Very well equipped kitchen - perfect for self catering. Comfortable sofa in sitting room and fabulous bed guaranteed a great night’s sleep. Our room was very quiet. The Buccaneer Inn gives excellent value and the information...” - Robyn
New Zealand
“WE got an upgrade to the cottage which was just wonderful. Wish we could have stayed for longer. The cottage was 3 bedroom with full kitchen & laundry. Very nicely renovated. We didn't hear any traffic in our bedrooms. From what we saw of the...” - Gurung
Canada
“Very cozy, clean and comfortable space in the room. Real value for money....hotel is well located....staffs were absolutely lovely and helpful. Thankyou for making Our unplanned trip to nanaimo so comfortable.” - Trudi
Australia
“Great location next to the ferry terminal so perfect for our early departure to Vancouver. Room was clean and comfortable with thoughtful amenities and a BBQ area at the back. It was much nicer than I had expected.” - Olga
Canada
“We were travelling with 3 little kids on Vancouver Island and stayed in a few places. This was the only accommodation that offered proper beds for everyone. And the kitchen was well equipped.” - Timothy
United Kingdom
“Great location for the ferry and a lovely walk into Nanaimo along the coast path”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
Please note, check-in time is between 15:00 and 21:00
Buccaneer Inn does not offer breakfast, but all suites feature full kitchens.
This property does not allow the cooking of seafood in their rooms. There is an outdoor BBQ area available for guest use.
Please note, the property does not have a lift and offers only stair access only. The property also does not offer air-conditioning, however all rooms have a ceiling fan above the bed, portable fans and windows that open.
When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. Please contact the property directly for more information.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Buccaneer Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A damage deposit of CAD 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.