Buccaneer Inn

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

9.1

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About this property

Located 1263 feet from BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal, in central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, this motel is offers sea views of Newcastle Channel. Free WiFi and a fully equipped kitchen are featured in all suites. Guest suites at Buccaneer Inn include a living room with a flat-screen TV. The suites also offer an private bathroom. The motel provides barbecue facilities for guest use. Diving, kayak and bicycle storage is available on site. The Buccaneer Inn is 10 minutes’ walk from BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal. Nanaimo city center is 1.9 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 full beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 full bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
Bedroom 3
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sandra
Canada Canada
“It was cheap and cheerful for a quick overnight place to stay. It had enough space to accommodate 3 of us. Front desk was helpful when I asked for air freshener to mask the subtle cigarette smell. He offered his own cologne!”
Jamie
United States United States
“The cottage was super comfy, like a home away from home. Kellan, at the front desk, was incredibly welcoming, friendly and helpful.”
Diana
Canada Canada
“The room was quiet just as we asked, we didn't hear cars and other noises, which is awesome! Clean enough”
Michelle
Canada Canada
“The cottage was clean, spacious and perfect for our family of 7. 2 bathrooms, one with shower stall and one with bathtub allowed us all to get ready for the early ferry sailing. Being 30 seconds away from the terminal was amazing.”
David
United States United States
“The rooms were clean, comfortable, attractive, and well equipped.”
Robyn
New Zealand New Zealand
“we got an upgrade to the cottage which is absolutely delightful. Would recommend booking it as it is really a house lovingly done up.”
Roshan
United States United States
“The king bed was amazing! Also the toiletries, shower and size of suite. The Brazilian receptionist who checked us in was also very helpful with recommendations.”
David
United States United States
“Small suite…great for 3 of us. Double beds and very comfortable”
Oulu
United States United States
“Close to the ferry terminal, and a couple minute drive to town. Our unit was spacious and quite. Bathroom was clean.”
Dylan
Canada Canada
“It was a beautiful room that looked out back on a lush, green yard. I’d be more than happy to stay here again.”

Area info

House rules

Buccaneer Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CAD 150 is required on arrival. That's about $107. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, check-in time is between 15:00 and 21:00

Buccaneer Inn does not offer breakfast, but all suites feature full kitchens.

This property does not allow the cooking of seafood in their rooms. There is an outdoor BBQ area available for guest use.

Please note, the property does not have a elevator and offers only stair access only. The property also does not offer air-conditioning, however all rooms have a ceiling fan above the bed, portable fans and windows that open.

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. Please contact the property directly for more information.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Buccaneer Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of CAD 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.