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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

3.0 star property
Hotel in Nanaimo with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Outdoor wedding area
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo offers a peaceful retreat with its Grand Cru Restaurant serving delicious meals. Guests can maintain their fitness routine in the gym or enjoy fresh air in the garden. Helpful staff and free WiFi throughout the property ensure a relaxing and connected stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Club Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Club Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Club Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom sink

Club Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Maple) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Maple)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Nanaimo is home to The Grand Hotel Nanaimo. 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. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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4898 Rutherford Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 4Z4

What's nearby

  • Long Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Departure Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bodhi's Artisan Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' George's BBQ - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

Hotel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a bar at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo. The on-site restaurant, Grand Cru Restaurant, offers brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services
  • A banquet hall, a vending machine, and 5 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and irons/ironing boards
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Grand Cru Restaurant
  • Whik(e)y Bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
A credit card must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

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

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 200.00 per stay

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

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 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
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

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Grand Nanaimo
Nanaimo Grand Hotel
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Hotel
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Nanaimo
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Hotel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Is The Grand Hotel Nanaimo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Grand Hotel Nanaimo located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Long Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park and Woodgrove Shopping Centre. Landmark Cinemas Nanaimo and Lost Lake Trail are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GORDON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and the hotel is a nice quiet alternative to the regular chain hotels in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is good yes!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and nice accommodations A bit dated but still good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel, with an excellent restaurant. The staff are super friendly and helpful. Our room was clean, spacious and comfortable with luxury bath robes to make relaxing easy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
friendly staff and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel with wonderful decor - nice large rooms - quiet, and excellent location for our purposes. Beds on the soft side (not my preference).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly place .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Harold

Nice stay. Hotel a bit tired and you need of updating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room. Appreciated that we could check in during he night as we had a late ferry crossing and got to the hotel at 1 am
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and hotel was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, Quiet, Reasonably Priced
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were so comfortable we slept like Sleeping Beauty! The staff was friendly and accomodating and the outdoor dining was lovely in warm fall weather.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and atmosphere. Lobby had some wonderful displays. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Super friendly staff and the beds were so so comfortable. Very clean and quiet. Away from the downtown area. Your car will be safe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a little dated, but makes up for it by the lovely staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

ian malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Grand Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed just long enough to sleep. We appreciated the quiet and efficient A/C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole place is charming! I enjoyed a late supper at the restaurant and not only was the food delicious ( do try the crème brûlée) Tanya was friendly and ensured my dining experience was 5 star!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great! Staff was awesome! Price was right! Chef amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive. New clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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