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Our top choices for Vancouver Island University hotels

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Quality Inn

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
1.9 km from Vancouver Island University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Great place to stay in Nanaimo "
Canada
Derrick
The price is S$116
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Quality Inn
Room amenity
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1495)
"Great location"
Canada
Mark
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan, 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1146)
"Excellent location and friendly staff!"
Canada
Sonya
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3 restaurants, breakfast served
Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Vancouver Island University
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"everything from room to service to location is first rate. we will return."
Canada
maurice
The price is S$133
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Vancouver Island University
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great stay. Staff is friendly, and location is convenient"
United States
Tim
The price is S$139
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Room was spotless and staff courteous."
Canada
edward
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Harbour Light Motel
Sauna
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1158)
"Great staff, good breakfast . Will definitely stay here again. "
Canada
Crystal
The price is S$115
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
The Spot

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Vancouver Island University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (685)
"Lovely room, nice staff"
Canada
Kai
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan, 2026
The Spot
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Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
2.2 km from Vancouver Island University
7.8 out of 10, Good, (262)
"Fine for a stop over, hostel lovers or for those that don't need much space. Room was very small but clean, building is old and charming; creaky floors with thin walls. The bathrooms were not very clean, smelled like urine with dirty, small and grimy shower. "
Canada
Lana
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Exterior
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Vancouver Island University
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1504)
"Enjoyed our stay very much. Fantastic Staff!"
Canada
PETER
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Front of property
Value Lodge Economy Motel

Value Lodge Economy Motel

Value Lodge Economy Motel
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Vancouver Island University
7.4 out of 10, Good, (342)
"Decent staff and accomo"
Canada
Jann
The price is S$118
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Value Lodge Economy Motel
Beach
Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
2.3 km from Vancouver Island University
7.2 out of 10, Good, (504)
"Great place to stay & clean"
Canada
Crystal
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Diplomat Motel
Balcony
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Vancouver Island University
7.2 out of 10, Good, (826)
"Great place to stay "
Canada
Doug
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan, 2026
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Vancouver Island University
7.0 out of 10, Good, (731)
"Quick check in and easy parking "
Canada
leo
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The Bluebird Motel
Exterior
Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
3.3 km from Vancouver Island University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (873)
"Clean, comfortable and friendly staff."
United States
Steve
The price is S$110
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026
Buccaneer Inn
Reception
Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
3.5 km from Vancouver Island University
7.8 out of 10, Good, (521)
"Room was clean & very quiet which is what we needed for a good night sleep before catching an early ferry. Price was amazing too for a mini suite."
Canada
Frances
Departure Bay Motel
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Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Vancouver Island University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (311)
"Friendly and helpful host, incredible sea views, immaculately clean, spacious and modern apartment. "
United Kingdom
Keri
The price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan, 2026
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Indoor spa tub
Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
7.5 km from Vancouver Island University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1022)
"Great staff friendly service "
Canada
Malarie
Inn On Long Lake
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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
7.7 km from Vancouver Island University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great hotel"
Canada
Tejveer Singh
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Lobby
Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
10 km from Vancouver Island University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Staff was very friendly and our room is nice and clean."
Canada
Karen
The price is S$170
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan, 2026
Best Western Northgate Inn
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Top Vancouver Island University Hotel Reviews

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel

10/10 Excellent
"The room was everything I asked for, I use the kitchen daily for preparing my meals. It took me a little while to get the fridge to refrigerate to my liking. The bathroom spacious in the bedroom what’s perfect as I was the solo traveler in the honeymoon suite"
Christopher 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Bluebird Motel

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Old City Quarter

4.4/5 (9 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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Beautiful British Columbia
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Maffeo Sutton Park

Learn about the local history of Nanaimo when you spend time at Maffeo Sutton Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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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 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Vancouver Island University?
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Vancouver Island University. Other good options within 5 miles include Coast Bastion Hotel and Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo.
How many hotels are there close to Vancouver Island University?
Expedia has 5 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?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Petroglyph Park and Beach Estates Park. Create some family memories at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and Brechin Lanes. You can enjoy nature at Protection Island, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park or Departure Bay Beach.