About this property

Renovated in 2024 to enhance your stay! Experience the vibrant heart of Downtown Nanaimo at Harbour Light Motel, just a 12-minute walk from the city center. Enjoy easy access to the seaplanes and Hullos terminals in a 20-minute walk or 4-minute drive away. Duke Point Ferry is only 12 minutes by car, and Nanaimo Airport is a short 14-minute drive. Conveniently located, our motel is close to McDonald's, DQ, a family-style diner, and seasonal fruit stands, so you're never far from a quick meal. Relax in comfort with our top-notch amenities, including free WiFi, daily room service, fresh coffee, an on-site ice machine, premium toiletries, and wall-mounted air conditioners for your ideal temperature. Be sure to check out our newly renovated rooms for 2024, featuring hardwood floors, updated bathrooms, and smart TVs. These rooms are limited, so book now before they're gone!

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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King Studio
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$292 for 3 nights
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Deluxe Queen Room
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  • 2 large double beds
US$292 for 3 nights
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
Entire studio
220 feet²
View
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Microwave
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Carpeted
  • Cable channels
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Max adults: 2
US$97 per night
Price US$292
Excluded: 13 % Tax, 3 % City tax
  • Non-refundable
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  • We have 2 left
  • 2 large double beds
Room
220 feet²
View
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$97 per night
Price US$292
Excluded: 13 % Tax, 3 % City tax
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • We have 1 left
  • You won't be charged yet

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alexis
    Canada Canada
    Friendly staff, close to downtown and the Hullo Ferry terminal. The room was extremely clean, with comfortable beds. We'll definitely book here again!
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were very friendly and helpful and the hotel room was very modern and clean. Great location for town and ferries and free parking.
  • Jane
    Canada Canada
    The hotel is renovated and clean. The staff were excellent and very welcoming and we had a wonderful time.
  • Kerryn
    Australia Australia
    Comfortable beds, clean and tidy room. Value for the price
  • Jan
    Canada Canada
    good value, friendly, near restaurants, quiet effective airconditioning, good for the price
  • Daniel
    Canada Canada
    Nicely updated room with very quiet air conditioner. Very convenient location. Super friendly staff.
  • Jennifer
    Australia Australia
    Value for money. Convenient location. Staff provided helpful advice on local restaurants & attractions
  • Andrea
    Switzerland Switzerland
    everything was good, personal, near to town, was clean
  • Stephen
    Canada Canada
    Gave us quiet side, upstairs as requested. Renovated room. Alan, at the desk, gave us excellent tips on things to do which we enjoyed. Good value for the money. Could and did walk to and from the inner harbour in about 15 minutes.
  • Brian
    Australia Australia
    convenient roomy simple but more than adequate very clean and close to dining

Property surroundings

House rules

Harbour Light Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CAD 200 is required on arrival. That's about US$145. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 19
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply

Please note, the property does not accept reservations from local residents.

Please contact the property in advance if arriving after midnight.

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

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

A damage deposit of CAD 200 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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.