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A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, glass doors, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University

Catherine

£112

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A modern interior with a long communal table, several chairs, a bar area, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A modern bar area with a long white counter, green bar stools, and a wooden accent wall.

2. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Downtown Nanaimo, 1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University

Courtney

£116

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, armchairs, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with a counter, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern building entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a metal staircase leading to the entrance.

3. Quality Inn

1.2 mi from Vancouver Island University

Christine

£107

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, large windows, and chandeliers.

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a visible storefront.

4. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 1.5 mi from Vancouver Island University

Richard

£94

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A balcony with a chair, a brick wall, and a view of a street and buildings.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 1.5 mi from Vancouver Island University

Ujagar

£105

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

A corner room with a bay window, a table with two chairs, a potted plant, and a radiator.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a mirror.

A living room with a stone fireplace, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

6. Harbour Light Motel

1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University

Ron

£91

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden table with two stools, a red sofa, and a sliding glass door leading outside.

A modern building with a two-story structure, a staircase, and a small porch area.

7. The Spot

Central Nanaimo, 1.7 mi from Vancouver Island University

Shelli

£73

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A sauna room with wooden walls, a bench, and shelves with towels and glassware.

A hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, including various appliances and food items.

A compact living space with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a kitchenette.

A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

8. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University

angus

£83

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a lamp, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a restaurant.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

1.6 mi from Vancouver Island University

Jill

£96

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, a small plant, and a window with curtains.

A building with a sign reading "Painted Turtle Guesthouse."

10. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Downtown Nanaimo, 1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University

Cary

£70

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

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

A compact kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink with a faucet.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, lamp, and window with curtains.

11. Diplomat Motel

1.5 mi from Vancouver Island University

Nadejda

£92

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside balcony.

A hotel with a courtyard featuring a stone structure, outdoor seating, and a view of a mountain range.

A bathroom with a marble countertop, a sink, and toiletries.

12. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Central Nanaimo, 1.6 mi from Vancouver Island University

Danielle

£70

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a tiled backsplash.

A motel with a parking lot, a building with multiple windows, and a sign indicating the motel's name.

A motel sign with a clear view of the road and surrounding buildings.

13. The Bluebird Motel

Central Nanaimo, 1.7 mi from Vancouver Island University

Rex

£83

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A reception area with a sign reading "Welcome to The Buccaneer Inn," a reception desk, a framed map on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

A wooden sign for The Buccaneer Inn with a clear view of the surrounding landscape and a road in the background.

14. Buccaneer Inn

Central Nanaimo, 2.1 mi from Vancouver Island University

Jenny

£83

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.

A Best Western hotel with a modern design, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, TV, and a patterned carpet.

15. Best Western Northgate Inn

6.2 mi from Vancouver Island University

Elizabeth

£126

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area with a red car.

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, a seating area with a bench and tables, and a counter with a menu display.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a television.

A rustic wooden building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

11.2 mi from Vancouver Island University

Robert

£134

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with a decorative wall.

A wooden cabin with a hot tub, large windows, and a view of a lake.

A lakeside property with a house, a pathway, and a sign indicating a private dock.

17. Inn On Long Lake

4.6 mi from Vancouver Island University

Balneet

£122

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

A rocky landscape with a dense green shrub in the foreground.

A restaurant with multiple tables, chairs, and a bar area.

A patio with outdoor seating, brick walls, large windows, and potted plants.

18. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

4.8 mi from Vancouver Island University

Linda

£101

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

A covered balcony with a view of a building and trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and butterfly wall art.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

19. Departure Bay Motel

Central Nanaimo, 2.1 mi from Vancouver Island University

David

£65

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Vancouver Island University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Coast Bastion Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,770 reviews	View
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo	9.0 Wonderful 1,360 reviews	View
Quality Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,017 reviews	View
Best Western Dorchester Hotel	8.4 Very good 1,016 reviews	View
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo	8.2 Very good 1,023 reviews	View

Top Vancouver Island University Hotel Reviews

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were good . Would be nice if there was a kettle. And breakfast was included."

Harbour Light Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and the stuff member is really friendly"

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

8/10 Good

"Affordable basic accommodation. Noisy construction behind residence. Common area fridge was full with no space for my food."

Inn On Long Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property all the way around"

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent

"Receptionist girl very helpful to book ferry"

The Spot

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is always very helpful and accommodating. The Spot is my go to choice of stay. Rates are good, beds are comfy. This location is pet friendly and is very convenient. I forgot an item there and when I went back at my next stay it was located and cared for. The Spot is my favorite place !"

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

8/10 Good

"Nice pool and hot tub!"

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

8/10 Good

"Nice rooms, clean bathrooms. Location is great! Love the price. The next door pub rocks too!"

Buccaneer Inn

8/10 Good

"On the positive, mattresses were comfortable and made very nicely. Kitchen well equipped. On the less positive, If you are a light sleeper, don't select the bedroom facing the street, feels like cars are driving by in the same room. We had 5 guests but the dining room offered only 3 chairs. I wouldn't recommend turning on the fans, as the top of the blades were very dusty. Housekeeping only does surface cleaning. Pleasant stay overall. Would recommend to others."

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Old City Quarter

8.6/10 (62 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Nanaimo with a stop at Old City Quarter. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

8.0/10 (189 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Nanaimo Aquatic Centre during your stay in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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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.

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Vancouver Island Conference Centre

Learn about the events happening in Vancouver Island Conference Centre during your trip to Nanaimo.

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the Queens

The Queens 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.

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Queen's

Queen's 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.

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The OV Arts Centre

Enjoy an outing to The OV Arts Centre during your stay in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Casino Nanaimo

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Vancouver Island University?

Vancouver Island University is located in a welcoming area of Nanaimo known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 8 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Vancouver Island University?

Adjacent to Vancouver Island University, Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good options within 5 miles include Coast Bastion Hotel and Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo.

How many hotels are there close to Vancouver Island University?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Vancouver Island University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Vancouver Island University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Vancouver Island University.

What can I see and do near Vancouver Island University?

You can enjoy live performances at The Port Theatre and The Globe Live Studio. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Petroglyph Park and Beach Estates Park. Create some family memories at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The OV Arts Centre.

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Our top choices for Vancouver Island University hotels

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

2. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

3. Quality Inn

4. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

5. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

6. Harbour Light Motel

7. The Spot

8. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

10. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

11. Diplomat Motel

12. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

13. The Bluebird Motel

14. Buccaneer Inn

15. Best Western Northgate Inn

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

17. Inn On Long Lake

18. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

19. Departure Bay Motel

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Top Vancouver Island University Hotel Reviews

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Harbour Light Motel

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Inn On Long Lake

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

The Spot

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Buccaneer Inn

Other attractions near Vancouver Island University

Old City Quarter

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

Nanaimo Museum

Vancouver Island Conference Centre

the Queens

Queen's

The OV Arts Centre

Casino Nanaimo

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