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The Bluebird Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Nanaimo, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Exterior
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 56.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
995 Terminal Ave N., Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K3

What's nearby

  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Vancouver Island University - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive - 12.8 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off the Hook - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪White Sails Brewing - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Bluebird Motel

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
The Bluebird Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bluebird Motel have comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Separate dining areas, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Living room
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 10 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of CAD 10.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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:

  • Cash deposit: CAD 100.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: CAD 10.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Bluebird Motel Nanaimo
Bluebird Nanaimo
The Bluebird Motel Motel
The Bluebird Motel Nanaimo
The Bluebird Motel Motel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bluebird Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Bluebird Motel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of CAD 10.00 per stay and a fee of CAD 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Bluebird Motel?

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

What time is check-out at The Bluebird Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bluebird Motel located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Maffeo Sutton Park and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Nanaimo Regional General Hospital and Beach Estates Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Bluebird Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 615 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 615 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 615 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 615 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 615 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

I always stay here when I’m in town clean quite and reasonably priced
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10

We requested for a non-smoking room but it smelled like cigarette smoke the whole time, cigarette smoke stains on the wall. The staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10

First time in a long time I encountered ashtrays placed outside rooms or smokers right outside rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

It wasnt as disgusting as the bluebird motel in port alberni. Be mindful of which one u stay at. Great stay.. aside from TRYING to keep quiet due to the 2babies right below us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

older motel but rooms recently upgraded WIFI Staff were awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

the price point is amazing. nice tv, cable package and WIFI the staff are wonderful. 3 stars on property condition, older building but work is clearly being done to upgrade and repair. the beds were great, had best sleep. housekeeping staff super helpful with extra towels and and showed that they cared about their work and the property, impressed by room and property cleanliness stayed in room 47
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Very convenient location. Quiet, clean beds. Its an older location but is great for a quick night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

It was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Friendly staff, great housekeeping
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10

The rooms are run down and the staff wasn’t particularly friendly. Only stay here if you’re on a budget.

8/10

Older hotel but comfortable, price was fair for summer in BC.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10

good for one time passing stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Everything was good ... amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Semi Truck Parking available. Nice people!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Stayed here for one night. Clean and comfortable with good proximity to Ferry terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Good location, close to ferry, clean room and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Staff is great I have stayed dozens of times good value
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Great staff..clean rooms. Good kitchen. Very comfy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The people who works there are very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Easy checkin easy check out , every person is nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

close to all shops and convenience location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Very neat and tidy. Good location. Friendly staff and very attentive to your needs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024