Diplomat Motel

Property class: 2

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Diplomat Motel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is £68
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Room options

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a TV.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 635 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 365 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Nanaimo is home to Diplomat Motel. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Visit our Nanaimo travel guide
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333 Nicol St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R4T5

What's nearby

  • A row of colorful historic buildings with distinct architectural styles, including arched windows and decorative brickwork.
    Old City Quarter
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nanaimo Museum
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Casino Nanaimo
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bastion
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Protection Island
    16 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • 7-Eleven
    18 min walk
  • Alice's Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Dairy Queen
    2 min walk
  • Sip Pub
    18 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk

About this property

Diplomat Motel

  • Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
  • Diplomat Motel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Diplomat Motel offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
    • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Diplomat Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, Diplomat Motel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Diplomat Motel?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Diplomat Motel on 4 Oct 2026 start from £68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Diplomat Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Diplomat Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Diplomat Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Diplomat Motel located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this motel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Casino Nanaimo and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Vancouver Island Conference Centre and Nanaimo Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Diplomat Motel Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 554 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 554 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 554 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 554 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 554 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Motel and affordable. Very clean and well maintained. The owner is very nice and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good location! Some construction in the area but that’s ok!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very convenient that the twin-bedded room is divided into two rooms, even though there are no doors. The room was cozy and clean. A huge thank you to the staff for their responsiveness and professionalism.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay & clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We did not care for the coffee supply. Had to go out to MacDonalds to buy our own. Back room was lovely and quiet, front room noisy from the traffic. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly and accommodating staff 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Staff were very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Diplomat Motel is the best I see in Nanaimo so kind and lovely staff and everything was really good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean, more coffee in the room not just 2, warmer water for shower and wash basin. The picture on the web site is not the view you have and the beach you have to find somewhere in Nanaimo
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Nice community location. A few businesses close by. Clean inside and out. All necessities. Comfortable beds, all necessities required and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very good deal for having 2 separate rooms. Bathroom was nicely renovated. Bed was firm and comfortable. Good location not too far from downtown, but is along a busy road so if you are in the room facing the road, you can still hear some cars at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, quiet and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay there. Very quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly, nice staff. Didnt care for location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable.

Friendly, helpful owners, clean and comfortable. Accommodations fairly basic.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean and nice. The service was very good and for a good price. Very happy with our stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
The room was dog friendly, which was our main reason for booking. It was definitely good for what we needed it for and affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Older motel that is being updated. Not the nicest location but close to the ferry terminal and was very clean. Cleaner than most 3 stars Ive stayed at. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was clean, bathroom looks recently renovated. It's a good place if you just need a room to sleep for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great friendly service . The family suite is nice & spacious, just the only down fall was the hot water running out half way through 1 shower (there were 5 of us) & the weak water pressure but otherwise great place to stay , beds are comfortable & the free parking was a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, bed was comfortable. Bathroom was clean however the hot water temperature and pressure could have better.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very nice. And spacious. The gentleman at the front desk was kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. They had an issue with our booking, so upgraded us for free. It was great. Great staff, very helpful! Felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money.

Two bedrooms, two TVs, good cable channels. Excellent, fast WIFI. Back bedroom is quiet facing ocean. Easy access off of highway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and polite. Room was spacious and clean. Heater works good. Easy check-in and out. Walking distance to restaurants.