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

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, glass doors, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A waterfront marina with boats, a tall building, and a clear blue sky.

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 2.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Sharon

NT$3,513

NT$4,076 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

NT$3,404

NT$3,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

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

A bar area with a counter, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern building entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a metal staircase leading to the entrance.

3. Quality Inn

1.9 km from Vancouver Island University

Yusuf

NT$3,024

NT$3,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table.

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.

4. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 2.4 km from Vancouver Island University

Brandon

NT$3,310

NT$3,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

A hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, including various appliances and food items.

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

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 2.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Mathew

NT$2,350

NT$2,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

A multi-story building with a sign reading "RAMADA" at the entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a small kitchenette.

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

6. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 2.4 km from Vancouver Island University

Elisabeth

NT$3,329

NT$3,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

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.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

7. The Spot

Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Vancouver Island University

Leah

NT$2,215

NT$2,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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 corner room with a bay window, a table with two chairs, a potted plant, and a radiator.

8. Harbour Light Motel

2.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Chris

NT$3,088

NT$3,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

2.6 km from Vancouver Island University

Jannet

NT$3,169

NT$3,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.

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

A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, a small plant, and a window with curtains.

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

10. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Downtown Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Vancouver Island University

Abril Guadalupe

NT$2,797

NT$3,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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 a microwave, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a TV.

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

11. Diplomat Motel

2.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Glen

NT$2,439

NT$2,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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 compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

12. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Central Nanaimo, 2.5 km from Vancouver Island University

shu

NT$1,866

NT$2,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a tiled backsplash.

13. The Bluebird Motel

Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Vancouver Island University

laurie

NT$2,860

NT$3,318 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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 hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, TV, and a patterned carpet.

14. Best Western Northgate Inn

10 km from Vancouver Island University

ROBIN

NT$3,361

NT$3,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area with a red car.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a television.

A rustic wooden building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, a seating area with a bench and tables, and a counter with a menu display.

15. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

17.9 km from Vancouver Island University

Cassandra

NT$4,550

NT$5,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 lakeside property with a house, a pathway, and a sign indicating a private dock.

A wooden cabin with a hot tub, large windows, and a view of a lake.

16. Inn On Long Lake

7.5 km from Vancouver Island University

Robin

NT$3,907

NT$4,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A hallway with a wooden bench, a door with glass panels, and a view of the outdoors.

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

17. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

7.3 km from Vancouver Island University

Patti

NT$3,260

NT$3,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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 neatly made bed with white linens and striped pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a textured wall and a framed picture above the bed.

18. Buccaneer Inn

Central Nanaimo, 3.3 km from Vancouver Island University

William

NT$2,397

NT$2,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

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

19. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

7.7 km from Vancouver Island University

Annie

NT$3,191

NT$3,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and butterfly wall art.

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

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

20. Departure Bay Motel

Central Nanaimo, 3.5 km from Vancouver Island University

Torben

NT$2,195

NT$2,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Compare popular hotels close to Vancouver Island University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Coast Bastion Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,860 reviews	View
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo	9.0 Wonderful 1,390 reviews	View
Quality Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,017 reviews	View
Best Western Dorchester Hotel	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo	8.2 Very good 1,509 reviews	View

Top Vancouver Island University Hotel Reviews

Coast Bastion Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location terrific staff terrific value"

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent place to stay"

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and lovely view of the water. The reception when I checked it was very helpful. Restaurant attached to hotel was very nice."

Quality Inn

8/10 Good

"Good size room, clean. Enjoyed the blackout blinds and underground parking. Good breakfast restaurant available on site."

Harbour Light Motel

8/10 Good

"Centrally located motel, close to a lot of amenities."

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"The property was too loud for me, and we had a non refundable reservation. The staff was very accommodating to having us check other rooms, but at the end refunded our stay."

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

8/10 Good

"Lovely staff, comfortable accomodation and good breakfast included."

Buccaneer Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for a visit to Nanaimo freshly renovated and with all the amenities you need for an extended stay Highly recommended!"

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here a couple of times and every time the room was very clean."

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 visit to 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, check out the 9 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Vancouver Island University?

Coast Bastion Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 should I expect to find close to Vancouver Island University?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Vancouver Island University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Vancouver Island University?

For more information about updating your stay near Vancouver Island University or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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.

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Our top choices for Vancouver Island University hotels

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

2. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

3. Quality Inn

4. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

6. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

7. The Spot

8. Harbour Light Motel

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

10. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

11. Diplomat Motel

12. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

13. The Bluebird Motel

14. Best Western Northgate Inn

15. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

16. Inn On Long Lake

17. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

18. Buccaneer Inn

19. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

20. Departure Bay Motel

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Top Vancouver Island University Hotel Reviews

Coast Bastion Hotel

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Quality Inn

Harbour Light Motel

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Buccaneer Inn

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

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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