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24 July - 26 July
In two weeks
31 July - 2 Aug
In one month
14 Aug - 16 Aug
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11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Chemainus motels

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Fuller Lake Motel

Fuller Lake Motel
2.5 star property
Chemainus
7.2 out of 10, Good, (412 reviews)
"I think it was a good place to stay. It's a bit loud near the highway but the window is very good at blocking the sound. Better than you'd expect for the price."
Canada
Jill
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Fuller Lake Motel
Dining

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (847 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
Charles
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Thunderbird Motor Inn
Reception

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (683 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Departure Bay Motel
Cottage | Living area

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (953 reviews)
"Easy check in and out."
Canada
Jordan
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Buccaneer Inn
Double Room

Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (52 reviews)
"Clean, convient and quite at night. "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Falcon Nest Motel
50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel
2.0 star property
Lake Cowichan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (206 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Shelley
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
South Shore Motel
Front of property

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Great Family Suite, this is actually a duplex behind the motel and the pictures do not do it justice! Helpful owner and wonderful stay! Thank you!!"
Canada
Kelly
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Harbour Light Motel
BBQ/picnic Area

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (791 reviews)
"Clean and convenient to ferry terminal."
Canada
Petra
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
The Spot
View from property

Croftinn & Motel

Croftinn & Motel
2.0 star property
Crofton
7.0 out of 10, Good, (200 reviews)
"Great little place for a great price."
Canada
Trevor
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Croftinn & Motel
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View

Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Heritage Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (275 reviews)
"Excellent location clean rooms great quality coffee!"
Canada
Nancy
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Holiday House Motel
Front of property

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (524 reviews)
"We love the room, neat and organized, very accommodating staff/owner"
Canada
Dahlia
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Diplomat Motel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (778 reviews)
"Clean room, lots of wear given the age especially the bathroom but new vanity, but overall comfortable bed air conditioning and great for 2 nights. Plenty of parking. Staff were absolutely lovely!"
Canada
Kelly
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
The Bluebird Motel
Exterior

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (913 reviews)
"Staff is excellent cheap and cheerful rooms!"
Canada
Cindy
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
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Top Chemainus Hotel Reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

8/10 Good
"The property was clean and for the one evening worked out just as we required"
Shawn 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

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Chemainus Motels information

Number of reviews
7,445
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$132
Highest Price
AU$200

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Chemainus?
If you're not able to find a motel in Chemainus, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 28 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Chemainus?
Here are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Fuller Lake Motel: Enjoy access to the 2 outdoor tennis courts, and freebies including WiFi, self-parking and a manager's reception. Departure Bay Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. Central Chemainus is 20.7 mi (33.3 km) away. Thunderbird Motor Inn: Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from the heart of Chemainus. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites: Central Chemainus is 19.6 mi (31.6 km) away. A terrace and a restaurant are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. The Spot: 19.9 mi (32 km) from the heart of Chemainus. Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Chemainus?
People visiting Chemainus like its theatre scene and coffee shops. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Kinsmen Beach Park, Transfer Beach Park and BC Forest Discovery Centre. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company, Pacific Northwest Raptors and Cowichan Aquatic Centre. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Chemainus Theatre, Mount Brenton Golf Course and Fuller Lake Arena.
What's the weather like in Chemainus?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Chemainus to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of 4°C. The rainiest months in Chemainus are November, January, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 226 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Chemainus while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Chemainus to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is located 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base), which is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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