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Travel insights for vacation rentals in Nanaimo

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What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Nanaimo?

The cheapest day to stay in Nanaimo is Tuesday (C$ 140). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is C$ 519.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in Nanaimo?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 8 days before your trip to Nanaimo. The lowest price found when booking 8 days ahead was C$ 28 per night.

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Other accommodations in Nanaimo

Find the perfect vacation rental for your stay in Nanaimo. There are 161 hotels in Nanaimo and price data was last updated on 19 January 2026. The average price for a hotel in Nanaimo is .
Inn on Long Lake
Inn on Long Lake

Inn on Long Lake

4700 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 171
Avg. per night
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Coast Bastion Hotel
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

11 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 174
Avg. per night
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Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

315 Rosehill Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 114
Avg. per night
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Buccaneer Inn
Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn

1577 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 104
Avg. per night
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Harbour Light Motel
Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel

200 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 88
Avg. per night
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Port-O-Call Inn
Port-O-Call Inn

Port-O-Call Inn

505 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 85
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Nanaimo

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Nanaimo to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 19 January 2026.
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Facts about staying in Nanaimo

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Nanaimo to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 19 January 2026.

  • How much does a vacation rental in Nanaimo cost?

    Nanaimo vacation rentals are C$ 146/night on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. For example, August is the most expensive month to book a vacation rental in Nanaimo, and March is often the cheapest month to book. Recently, our users found rentals for C$ 29/night - which is currently the cheapest price. Keep in mind that anything C$ 140/night or less is still considered a good deal.

  • What part of Nanaimo is best to stay in?

    Downtown is the best part of Nanaimo to stay in based on our user data. Out of all our users who looked at Nanaimo vacation rentals, 0% of them looked for stays in the Downtown neighbourhood in the last year. The Downtown Hideaway in the heart of downtown Nanaimo with fiber hi-speed wifi happens to be the most popular vacation rental in the Downtown neighbourhood of Nanaimo.

  • Are there any Motel vacation rentals in Nanaimo?

    Yes, there are 8 Motel vacation rentals in Nanaimo. According to our data, Port-O-Call Inn is currently the most popular Motel rental in the city.

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