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

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.

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

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 2.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Sharon

AU$210

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

2. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Downtown Nanaimo, 2.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Dorothy

AU$180

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 hotel hallway with a skylight, carpeted floor, and doors numbered 307 and 314.

3. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

1.9 km from Vancouver Island University

Yusuf

AU$160

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A green building with a pond and purple flowers in the foreground.

A cozy living room with a wooden interior, a fireplace, a television, and a sofa.

A reception area with a sign reading "The Centre Shop & Main Office," a reception desk, a fan, and a display of items on shelves.

4. Bethlehem Centre

3.2 km from Vancouver Island University

Brandon

AU$122

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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 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.

5. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 2.4 km from Vancouver Island University

Brandon

AU$170

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A reception area with a marble counter, a staircase, and seating with a patterned carpet.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies with outdoor furniture, a central entrance with a covered area, and a parking lot.

6. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 2.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Evgeny

AU$124

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, a central bar area, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

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

7. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 2.4 km from Vancouver Island University

Elisabeth

AU$176

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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.

8. The Spot

Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Vancouver Island University

Jason

AU$111

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

A row of white buildings with green railings and balconies adorned with hanging flower baskets.

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

9. Harbour Light Motel

2.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Chris

AU$126

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with tiled steps leading into the water, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows providing natural light.

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

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

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

2.6 km from Vancouver Island University

Ralph

AU$164

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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 marina with multiple boats docked, a ferry with a waiting room sign, and a cityscape in the background.

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

11. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Downtown Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Vancouver Island University

Abril Guadalupe

AU$125

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

12. Diplomat Motel

2.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Louie

AU$117

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

13. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Central Nanaimo, 2.5 km from Vancouver Island University

shu

AU$108

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A compact living space with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, a kitchenette with a microwave and cabinets, and a patterned floor.

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

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

14. The Bluebird Motel

Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Vancouver Island University

Tyler

AU$128

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

15. Best Western Northgate Inn

10 km from Vancouver Island University

James

AU$176

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a yellow slide, blue steps, and a seating area with chairs.

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

17.9 km from Vancouver Island University

Lorraine

AU$219

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

7.5 km from Vancouver Island University

Sage

AU$196

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

18. Buccaneer Inn

Central Nanaimo, 3.3 km from Vancouver Island University

William

AU$126

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a door, and a stuffed animal.

A two-story house with a brick facade, large windows, and a garage.

A cozy living room with a dining area, large windows with ocean views, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

19. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

7.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Patti

AU$172

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

A hotel lobby with a central reflective water feature, seating areas, and framed artwork on the walls.

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

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

20. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

7.7 km from Vancouver Island University

Cheryl

AU$171

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Vancouver Island University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Coast Bastion Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,889 reviews	View
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo	9.0 Wonderful 1,377 reviews	View
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Bethlehem Centre	8.8 Excellent 84 reviews	View
Best Western Dorchester Hotel	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View

Top Vancouver Island University Hotel Reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

8/10 Good

"Location is great. The hotel needs some major maintenance"

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was advertised and the location was great in the heart of Nanaimo"

Harbour Light Motel

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and check in was easy. Staff was friendly. Unfortunately, walls are thin and I could hear people in the joining rooms. Too noisy for trying to get to sleep. I ahadd to get up very early to get to the airport and wan'"

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent

"I luv looking at all the stuff in the lobby :)"

Coast Bastion Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"the staff is friendly and helpful."

Departure Bay Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic staff!"

Buccaneer Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice little inn close to Departure Bay ferry"

The Bluebird Motel

8/10 Good

"Was a good price for the room which has been renovated in the past few years."

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"

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.

Top Hotels Near Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo from AU$108

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Our top choices for Vancouver Island University hotels

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

2. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

3. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

4. Bethlehem Centre

5. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

6. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

7. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

8. The Spot

9. Harbour Light Motel

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

11. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

12. Diplomat Motel

13. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

14. The Bluebird Motel

15. Best Western Northgate Inn

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

17. Inn On Long Lake

18. Buccaneer Inn

19. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

20. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

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Top Vancouver Island University Hotel Reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Harbour Light Motel

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

Coast Bastion Hotel

Departure Bay Motel

Buccaneer Inn

The Bluebird Motel

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Other attractions near Vancouver Island University

Old City Quarter

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

Nanaimo Ice Centre

Colliery Dam Park

Morrell Nature Sanctuary

Buttertubs Marsh Park

Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station

Bowen Park

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