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Harbour Light Motel

2.5 star property
Travelers can relax on the sun-kissed terrace or visit one of four nearby cafes while enjoying reliable WiFi and support from the notably friendly staff.

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Located near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Harbour Light Motel offers a welcoming retreat. Guests love the four nearby coffee shops/cafes, the pleasant outdoor terrace, and in-room WiFi. Previous travelers praise the helpful, attentive staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan

Room options

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Queen Room

Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium Room

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Room

Economy Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Nanaimo is home to Harbour Light 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 Brechin Lanes are also worth visiting.
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Map
200 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4T2

What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Old City Quarter - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bastion - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alice's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Luna - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Harbour Light Motel

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Harbour Light Motel provides a terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A computer station and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Harbour Light Motel feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen 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 self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 16 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 12 mi (20 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Harbour Light Motel Nanaimo
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Frequently asked questions

Is Harbour Light Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbour Light Motel?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbour Light Motel on 16 Jan 2026 start from AU$123.75, 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 Harbour Light Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Harbour Light Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Harbour Light Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Harbour Light Motel located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Nanaimo Museum, Casino Nanaimo and Vancouver Island Military Museum. Bastion and Old City Quarter are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Harbour Light Motel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 398 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 363 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deron

Great value, clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms very clean, beds good, staff at check in amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient stay for 2 nights. Large clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jamileh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely old and uncomfortabe beds, friendlay staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. Room was spotless and staff very courteous and friendly, would highly recommend this motel. Ed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David k

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a motel, not a hotel. Nice and clean, firm beds and very good for a budget of traveler.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, modern, affordable, not too big, nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy check in ...room is nice and clean ..beds are comfortable. Safe area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner lady was so nice. She helped me with what things to see in the city and Vancouver island. Very nice lady.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, close to the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Chantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Motel was as expected. Staff was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique, close to great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

yoshiaki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable. Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tebby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an okay stay here. The TV did not work. When I asked for a couple more towels the staff made me bring the other towels to the front desk first. The hotel location was decent as it was situated beside a restaurant, a Mcdonald's and a few convenience stores.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and staff so nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We got in late and the fellow at the front counter stayed to check us in with no complaint. Excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

VICKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, well run, room new, clean, and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I booked this motel for my dad. He thoroughly enjoyed his stay. The room was clean and quiet. He loved the restaurant next door. It was close to the venue for the BC 55plus Track and Field Games, so the location was perfect. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff made me feel welcome. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Holiday Travel. Hotel was quiet, clean and location acceptable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Corey

Considering the area, it was nice, and everything was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet area, renovated rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place .only stayed 1 nite ...seemed like a respectable place . nice neighbors
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025