Downtown Nanaimo Holidays
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Where to stay in Downtown Nanaimo
Find the best Downtown Nanaimo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Nanaimo
Departure Bay
2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
If you're spending some time in Departure Bay, Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.
Central Nanaimo
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
If you're spending some time in Central Nanaimo, Maffeo Sutton Park and Stones Marina are top sights worth seeing.
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 Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
Top hotels in Downtown Nanaimo
Coast Bastion Hotel
11 Bastion Street Nanaimo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
£97
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,881 reviews)
"Staffs are an amazing!! Friendly and professional service !!"
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
100 Gordon Street Nanaimo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
£94
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
70 Church St Nanaimo BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
£91
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"We loved our stay at the Best Western Dorchester. Our only concern was that there was a vague stale smell when we walked into the room."
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026
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Stay near popular Downtown Nanaimo attractions
Nanaimo Museum
8.2/10 (125 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Nanaimo Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Bastion
8.2/10 (306 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo when you spend time at Bastion. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Casino Nanaimo
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino Nanaimo during your time in Nanaimo?
Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Learn about the events happening in Vancouver Island Conference Centre during your trip to Nanaimo.
Vancouver Island Military Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Vancouver Island Military Museum during your trip to Nanaimo.
The Port Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at The Port Theatre during your stay in Nanaimo.
Nanaimo Boat Basin
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Nanaimo Boat Basin.
The Globe Live Studio
You can make plans for a show at The Globe Live Studio on your trip to Nanaimo.
Things to do
Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat
£133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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