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Harbour Light Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Nanaimo with free parking

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Front of property
Family Suite | Terrace/patio
Located near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Harbour Light Motel offers a welcoming retreat. Guests love the four nearby coffee shops/cafes, the pleasant outdoor terrace, and in-room WiFi. Previous travelers praise the helpful, attentive staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Queen Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Nanaimo is home to Harbour Light Motel. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and Brechin Lanes are also worth visiting.
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200 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4T2

What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old City Quarter - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Luna - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Breakfast Nook - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Harbour Light Motel

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Harbour Light Motel provides a terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A computer station and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Harbour Light Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 16 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 12 mi (20 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Harbour Light Motel Nanaimo
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Frequently asked questions

Is Harbour Light Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Harbour Light Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Harbour Light Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Harbour Light Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Harbour Light Motel located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Nanaimo Museum and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Casino Nanaimo and Vancouver Island Military Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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