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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 waterfront marina with boats, a tall building, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, glass doors, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
Downtown Nanaimo, 1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Sharon
£97
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Coast Bastion Hotel
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 living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a large flat-screen TV.
A modern interior with a long communal table, several chairs, a bar area, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

2. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Downtown Nanaimo, 1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Dorothy
£94
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.
A modern building entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a metal staircase leading to the entrance.
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.

3. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
1.2 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Yusuf
£83
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.
A modern lobby with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options including a booth and high stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.
A modern hotel with a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a visible storefront.

4. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Downtown Nanaimo, 1.5 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Brandon
£91
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.
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 multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies with outdoor furniture, a central entrance with a covered area, and a parking lot.

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo, 1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Evgeny
£65
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.
A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, a central bar area, and large windows offering a view of the outside.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.
A balcony with a chair, a brick wall, and a view of a street and buildings.

6. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo, 1.5 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Elisabeth
£91
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.
A modern building with a two-story structure, a staircase, and a small porch area.
A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a framed painting of a sunset, and a sign indicating special offers for hotel guests.
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.

7. The Spot

The Spot
Central Nanaimo, 1.7 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Jason
£61
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Spot
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a mirror.
A row of white buildings with green railings and balconies adorned with hanging flower baskets.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

8. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Chris
£66
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Harbour Light Motel
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.
An indoor swimming pool with tiled steps leading into the water, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows providing natural light.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
1.6 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Ralph
£85
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.
A building with a sign reading "Painted Turtle Guesthouse."
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.

10. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Downtown Nanaimo, 1.4 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
£75
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, lamp, and window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a TV.
A compact kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink with a faucet.

11. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
1.5 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Louie
£67
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Diplomat Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.
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.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside balcony.

12. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Central Nanaimo, 1.6 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
shu
£47
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.
A motel sign with a clear view of the road and surrounding buildings.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a tiled backsplash.
A compact living space with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, a kitchenette with a microwave and cabinets, and a patterned floor.

13. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
Central Nanaimo, 1.7 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
laurie
£67
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Bluebird Motel
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 hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, TV, and a patterned carpet.
A Best Western hotel with a modern design, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

14. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
6.2 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
James
£92
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Northgate Inn
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.
An indoor swimming pool with a yellow slide, blue steps, and a seating area with chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a television.

15. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
11.2 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Cassandra
£117
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
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 neatly made bed with white linens and striped pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a textured wall and a framed picture above the bed.
A wooden sign for The Buccaneer Inn with a clear view of the surrounding landscape and a road in the background.
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.

16. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
Central Nanaimo, 2.1 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
William
£66
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Buccaneer Inn
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.
A hallway with a wooden bench, a door with glass panels, and a view of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a brick facade, large windows, and a garage.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a door, and a stuffed animal.

17. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
4.5 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Patti
£90
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
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 lakeside deck with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a dock.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, large windows, and a view of a lake.

18. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
4.6 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Sage
£108
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Inn On Long Lake
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.
A patio with outdoor seating, brick walls, large windows, and potted plants.
A restaurant with multiple tables, chairs, and a bar area.
A rocky landscape with a dense green shrub in the foreground.

19. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
4.8 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
david
£93
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.
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.

20. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
Central Nanaimo, 2.1 mi from Vancouver Island University
Canada
Kasey
£57
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Departure Bay Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Vancouver Island University

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.
Coast Bastion Hotel
9.4
Exceptional
1,879 reviews
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A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
9.0
Wonderful
1,379 reviews
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A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
8.8
Excellent
1,005 reviews
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A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
8.4
Very good
1,001 reviews
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A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
8.2
Very good
1,507 reviews
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Top Vancouver Island University Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was an excellent stop over for 1 night in a good location if you have a car. The reception desk was very helpful in providing alternative eating places in town. Continental breakfast was great but finished at 0930"
Graham Russell 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

8/10 Good
"Bathroom needs a renovation. Breakfast was just average."
Jill 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved it. Fantastic property and close to everything we wanted. Enjoyed using the 24 hour fitness center. Would absolutely stay again 😊"
Kathleen 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Coast Bastion Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"Clean. Quiet. Central location."
Katherine 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
The Spot

The Spot

8/10 Good
"Nice room. A little colder than I would have liked upon entry because the air was on, but that it just my personal opinion. It is October after all. Online self check in caused me some issues but was resolved quickly when I called the number"
Opal 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Spot
Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Highly Recommend! I recently had the pleasure of staying at this location and the property exceeded all expectations! It was immaculately clean, tastefully decorated. The bed was incredibly comfortable. The location was perfect—close to everything, peaceful and quiet. I wouldn’t hesitate to book again or recommend it to friends and family. If you’re considering a stay here, don’t hesitate—you won’t regret it! Thank you. A great trouble free experience!"
Brent 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn

10/10 Excellent
"What a pleasant surprise! So glad we found this gem and will continue to book when traveling through Nanaimo!"
Michelle 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Buccaneer Inn
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful views from the room's spacious balcony. Welcoming host and easy parking. Location is a little out of way so need car to access bar/restaurants and shops"
kieran 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Other attractions near Vancouver Island University

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 Ice Centre

Catch an event at Nanaimo Ice Centre during your trip to Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Colliery Dam Park

After visiting Colliery Dam Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Morrell Nature Sanctuary

You can take time to visit Morrell Nature Sanctuary during your travels to Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Buttertubs Marsh Park

You can take time to visit Buttertubs Marsh Park during your travels to Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station

You can learn about the history of Nanaimo with a stop at Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Bowen Park

Bowen Park is just one of the places to see in Nanaimo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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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 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Vancouver Island University?
Coast Bastion Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and private balconies. It's located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Vancouver Island University. Other good options within 5 miles include Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo and Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo.
How many hotels are there close to Vancouver Island University?
Expedia has 9 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?
Sights like Bastion and Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at The Port Theatre and The Globe Live Studio. Enjoy the outdoors at Petroglyph Park, Beach Estates Park or Jack Point and Biggs Park.