200 Nicol Street, V9R 4T2 Nanaimo, Canada
#9 of 19 hotels in Nanaimo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 948 hotel reviews
7.8Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Location
8.0
Facilities
8.0
Staff
8.7
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 August 2025
Paul
CanadaIt was as shown online.Very first hotel this trip out of 5 stays
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 August 2025
Lisa
CanadaHomeless people that had additions were camping on side of the road and hanging out kitty corner, at McDonalds. A little unsettling.
The back rooms were very quiet. Close to airport, and down town.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Tanya
Canadait would be nice to have hooks on walls for hanging items and a stand for suitcase so you don't have to use the floor.
nicely renovated, spacious and clean. great tech with lots of plugs and large TV. bathroom spacious and accessible for my elderly father.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Carol
CanadaIce machine was in the office so you couldn’t access it when the office was closed.
Looked renovated. Comfortable bed, clean room. Close to ferry terminal. Staff was nice.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Jan
Canadagood value, friendly, near restaurants, quiet effective airconditioning, good for the price
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Ul1978
CanadaNot a complaint, more as an info to fellow travellers: The location is right on Highway 1, which does mean noticeable traffic noise. But that’s to be expected with motels designed for easy highway access.
(I booked a 'Budget Double Room', but I am quite sure I stayed in a 'Deluxe Queen Room' which I am going to rate) Great location, just a 15-minute drive to the Duke Point ferry terminal. The place has been newly renovated with modern décor, and I was pleasantly surprised by how fresh it felt. The room was spotless, the bed very comfortable, and I especially appreciated the hardwood flooring, no old carpets or odd smells, everything felt new and clean. Highly recommended! After arriving late, I didn’t feel like driving anywhere for dinner, and the adjacent MGM restaurant was perfect, just steps away, serving both a delicious dinner and a great breakfast the next morning. The shower had excellent water pressure.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Kerstin
GermanyThe location was a bit scatchy for a female solo traveler. You can really see the homeless and drug problem on the street in the evening. Made me feel so sad. Didn't feel unsafe though!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
T
CanadaI required a late check-in and the Office closed at 10:00. A key was left in a lock box, which I found unusual when checking in to a motel. I also paid with an E-transfer, including a $200 damage deposit, which was to be returned once verified that the room was left in order. Twelve hours since I checked out and the damage deposit has not yet been returned.
Clean room with a comfortable bed.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Tami
CanadaThe staff is incredible they mad me feel so special on my birthday weekend away
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Millington
United KingdomA bit dated
Simple, effective accommodation.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Daniel
CanadaMany sketchy people hanging around on streets in the neighbourhood.
Nicely updated room with very quiet air conditioner. Very convenient location. Super friendly staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 August 2025
Porter
CanadaBang for the buck.
Not new but very clean and priced right. 2nd stay here and both times is awesome for price. Use it to catch 1st ferry. Will stay here again. No issues.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Eckhardt
CanadaThe room was very basic. I would not recommend a room on the first floor--curtains had to be drawn for privacy.
The location was good: close to the Nanaimo Harbour and other locations of interest to me. The room was clean and comfortable. It was excellent for a short stay.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Eliab
CanadaNo elevator.
Air conditioning, location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Andrea
Switzerlandnothing
everything was good, personal, near to town, was clean
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Mark
CanadaNo seating anywhere on the property. A staff member tried to enter my room around 5 pm during my stay. Obviously there was miscommunication somewhere.
Location
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Stephen
CanadaHomeless people on the main road enroute to downtown. Requested daily room service from check in, but only received it once in 4-night stay.
Gave us quiet side, upstairs as requested. Renovated room. Alan, at the desk, gave us excellent tips on things to do which we enjoyed. Good value for the money. Could and did walk to and from the inner harbour in about 15 minutes.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Nick
CanadaI was concerned about the location and proximity to the homeless people and rundown neighborhood about a block away. But there wasn’t anything to worry about even late at night.
The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. There was also someone on site all night in the office.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Brian
Australianot much
convenient roomy simple but more than adequate very clean and close to dining
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
John
CanadaSituated on main road and traffic noise from ferry and local traffic all night
Easy to find location...small upper patio area reasonable parking available
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Ruth
SpainThe neighbourhood was a bit rough
Room was big staff was so helpful with our late check in.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Lindsay
CanadaUnfortunately the area around the motel was rough; we couldn’t believe the number of unhoused/vulnerable people hanging around on the street and the amount of open needle use we saw. This is not the fault of the motel in any way, but it is worth noting especially for those traveling with children or wanting to walk around for meals etc. Remember to remove all valuables from your vehicle and set your car alarm before turning in for the night and you’ll be fine.
The suite we stayed in looked newly renovated. It was very clean and comfortable. The AC was greatly appreciated on a hot evening, and there was lots of space in the room. The staff was wonderful too!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Kiran
CanadaActually its all good
Nice place to stay
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Francisca
CanadaLocated close to homeless people
Close to town and ferries
Stayed in July 2025
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