Nanaimo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Port Alberni which includes a marina
Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park featuring a bridge and a river or creek
Nanaimo showing a bay or harbour
Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park showing a cascade
Parksville Beach featuring a sandy beach and outdoor art

Where to stay in Nanaimo

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Departure Bay

If you're spending some time in Departure Bay, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Departure Bay
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Stephenson Point

While Stephenson Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Beach.

Stephenson Point
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5 out of 5
11 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC
The price is 3.701.118 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.701.118 ₫
4.293.298 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,263 reviews)
"Restaurant was delicious!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Coast Bastion Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

2.5 out of 5
809 Island Hwy S, Nanaimo, BC
The price is 3.046.078 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.046.078 ₫
3.533.450 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,325 reviews)
"This is our go to stay place when visiting my brother"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

2 out of 5
96 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC
The price is 3.042.275 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.042.275 ₫
3.529.039 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay very much. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Property in a convenient location for getting around. Very clean around te property. Rooms were very clean and beds were very comfortable. Continental breakfast was very good."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort

Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort

3 out of 5
1175 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Parksville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (599 reviews)
"This property was beautiful. Exceeded our expectations."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

3.5 out of 5
315 Robinson Road, Salt Spring Island, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Mistaken Identity Vineyards ...
9/10 Wonderful! (319 reviews)
"Love the is cottage! Good for families and friends to share"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
Ocean Trails Resort

Ocean Trails Resort

3.5 out of 5
1135 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Parksville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (335 reviews)
"Ocean Trails is nothing short of amazing!! Our condo was beautiful! Everything appeared to be new and was absolutely spotless! There was so much to do on the grounds, between the pool, sports court, and beach, we couldn’t get enough! The location is so nice and quiet! This was a real hidden gem! ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Ocean Trails Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Neck Point Park

Neck Point Park

Neck Point Park is just one of the places to see in Nanaimo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Neck Point Park
Maffeo Sutton Park

Maffeo Sutton Park

Learn about the local history of Nanaimo when you spend time at Maffeo Sutton Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Maffeo Sutton Park

Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Duke Point Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Duke Point Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Duke Point Ferry Terminal

Woodgrove Shopping Centre

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Woodgrove Shopping Centre during your trip to Nanaimo. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Woodgrove Shopping Centre

Vancouver Island University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Vancouver Island University during your trip to Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Vancouver Island University

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