Harbour Light Motel

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Staff

8.7

Property highlights

About this property

Renovated in 2024 to enhance your stay! Experience the vibrant heart of Downtown Nanaimo at Harbor 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

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

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 full beds
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
1 king bed
2 full beds
2 queen beds
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

William
Australia Australia
“Friendly reception staff, plenty of free parking, good-sized room with comfortable bed and good amenities plus a good shower. Our room, located at the rear of the property, was quiet. The MGM Restaurant next door has good diner-style meals for...”
Carolyn
United States United States
“Clean, spacious room. Very welcoming and helpful owners. Easy walk to restaurants, bars in town. Great local veggie market across the street!”
Simone
Canada Canada
“It was only a few minutes from the ferry which was great because we had already been travelling for hours & needed some rest.”
Kim
Canada Canada
“Very friendly and informative desk staff. The beds were clean and comfy. The location was literally a few minutes drive from downtown shops and waterfront.”
Lisa
Canada Canada
“The back rooms were very quiet. Close to airport, and down town.”
Carol
Canada Canada
“Looked renovated. Comfortable bed, clean room. Close to ferry terminal. Staff was nice.”
Ul1978
Canada Canada
“(I booked a 'Budget Double Room', but I am quite sure I stayed in a 'Deluxe Queen Room' which I am going to rate) Great location, just a 15-minute drive to the Duke Point ferry terminal. The place has been newly renovated with modern décor, and...”
Tami
Canada Canada
“The staff is incredible they mad me feel so special on my birthday weekend away”
Stephanie
Canada Canada
“Sometimes motels can be such a hit or miss, this one was amazing! It was very clean inside and looked newly renovated. Air conditioner was good. We stayed for our honeymoon and the service was fantastic happy we picked here!”
Eckhardt
Canada Canada
“The location was good: close to the Nanaimo Harbour and other locations of interest to me. The room was clean and comfortable. It was excellent for a short stay.”

Area info

House rules

Harbour Light Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
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 200 is required on arrival. That's about $143. 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 13 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 19
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.