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Best Western Northgate Inn

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Lobby
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Located near the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, the Best Western Northgate Inn offers a welcoming stay. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, continental breakfast, dry cleaning services, and a business center.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Nanaimo, Best Western Northgate Inn is in a shopping district. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Brechin Lanes and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting.
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6450 Metral Drive, Nanaimo, BC, V9T2L8

What's nearby

  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Long Lake - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Departure Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Woodgrove Centre Food Court - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Thrifty Foods - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Longwood Brew Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Northgate Inn

Hotel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
At Best Western Northgate Inn, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 73 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1986
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

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Best Western Northgate Inn Nanaimo
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Nanaimo Best Western
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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Northgate Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Northgate Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Northgate Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Northgate Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Western Northgate Inn located?

Situated in a shopping district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Woodgrove Shopping Centre and Landmark Cinemas Nanaimo. Long Lake and Westdale-Leslie Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Northgate Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 666 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, comfortable beds, good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms breakfast a good start to travel day
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great, convenient and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Amenities
Very good night sleep and continental breakfast complete.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very nice, clean room, very good breakfast, cozy ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was amazing, incredibly friendly and the hotel was beautiful. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

DARLENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick walk to mall. Safe location. Very clean rooms and hotel entrance. The breakfast area is really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather Lee

Had a great two night stay. Enjoyed the large breakfast in the morning. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay, staff is very welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice comfortable room. Rates were decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Najma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, suite with the hot tub was super convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAMALJIT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, great location, lots of food options nearby. The staff was amazing, can’t forget the breakfast menu. Food was fresh and delicious. Would recommend and would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanness !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good solid hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smmfront desk staff was super friendly and made checking in quick and efficient, lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoquan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Irene was super friendly and helpful. She delivered the things I needed to the room very quickly. The room was new and clean too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff very friendly. Close to amenities. Very clean and pleasant location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff helped us out with dining options and next day travel plans.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff provided exceptional service. We reached earlier than our check in time, but we were allowed to our room. The young lady at the breakfast place, was very helpful too. Highly recommend this establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, just off highway and near convenient shopping. breakfast included was perfect to start the day. parking was gtreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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