Nanaimo, BC, located on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island about 100 kilometers from Victoria, is the closest port to Vancouver and thus serves as a popular gateway to the Island.
The Harborfront walkway that runs for three kilometers along the waterfront and houses shops, galleries and restaurants is the centerpiece of town.
Other noteworthy attractions in Nanaimo include the Old City Quarter with its early 1900s architecture, the Bungy Zone Adrenalin Centre, which offers a 42-meter bridge jump as well as other 'rides' and the Great Canadian Casino.
Nanaimo, like the rest of Vancouver Island also has great natural beauty and there are many hiking and biking trails around town. The Nanaimo bay area has also has become known as a world-class diving site.
Hotels in Nanaimo are located in the downtown area and along the main throughway that leads to the north of Vancouver Island. All Nanaimo hotels are within ten kilometers of the downtown area and the ferry docks.
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The Howard Johnson Nanaimo Harbourside Hotel is located in the central part of Vancouver Island, close to a wide range of activities such as Fishing, Kayaking, Hiking or Golf.
Overlooking Georgia Strait, the Coast Bastion Inn offers guest rooms that feature breathtaking views of the waterfront and its sailboats, fishing charters and seaplane activity.
The Days Inn, Harbourview is located in the city of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, which is the gateway to exploring the rest of this super natural Island.
The Best Western Northgate Inn is located in the heart of Nanaimo's shopping district and the North Nanaimo business district. Some of Vancouver Island's best shopping is just steps away.
Just an hour away from all the major cities on the Island, the Travelodge is centrally located in Nanaimo just 2 minutes away from the BC Ferry terminal and the downtown core.
Located within walking distance to downtown shops, many restaurants and lounges, Casino and clubs, the Old City Quarter and interesting waterfront sights. We are very easy to find, close to the Island Highway and to all BC Ferries and the HarbourLynx to Vancouver and the Sunshine coast. Our 1913 Craftsman style renovated home is comfortable and luxurious with rooms to suit everyone. Sorry but we can't take pets as we have our own, a very shy cat and two very large outside dogs. We enjoy visitors, cooking, hiking and walking around our fair city. Come and stay with us for a great visit and feel free to enjoy the amenities of another era but with the luxuries of today!
Value Lodge Economy Motel offers clean, comfortable, spacious rooms with water views, remote controlled TVs and cable movies in a central Downtown Nanaimo location.