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The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
Motel with a restaurant, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Classic Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | Living area | TV
Combined shower/tub, towels
Bed sheets
Exterior
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, offers a serene retreat with its garden and restaurant. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas, unwind on the terrace or enjoy amenities like smoke-free premises and microwaves upon request; guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Classic Suite

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Queen Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Queen Room | Bed sheets

Two Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
505 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC, V9S-4K1

What's nearby

  • Old City Quarter - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Vancouver Island University - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chick To Sea Express - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Milton Street Public House - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
A terrace, a garden, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Momji 310

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Thursday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night
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 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • 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 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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Port-O-Call Inn Nanaimo
Port-O-Call Inn
Port-O-Call Nanaimo
The O Call & Suites Nanaimo
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Motel
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Nanaimo
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Motel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Is The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Maffeo Sutton Park and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Bastion and Old City Quarter are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 768 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 768 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 768 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 768 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 768 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel rates much more reasonable than others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, the garden in the middle is quite zen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Authur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a late check in and they were in constant communication with me
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beyond basic. The grounds are dirty and unkept. The hotel is very run down.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in was ok the property was in disarray
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
T
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Taylor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Outside is super cute and the staff was really nice, but the inside of the property is very run down and there was black mold all over the ceiling. Especially in the bathroom. Bathroom mat was covered in mold. Only stayed for 1 night to catch an early ferry
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

b

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upgraded my room , and it was a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff are great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

can

You need to keep your beds more clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older and basic hotel. Has some wear but it is clean and comfortable. We just needed a place to sleep after a late flight. Owner is great - efficient and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

dave

Liked: Amenities
Front desk staff was absolutely outstanding way to go girls!!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mindy

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you get what you pay for, this inexpensive motel is overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for early morning ferry, but
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

steven

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area unkept. Very noisy. No air conditioning. The fan fell apart and had to be reassembled. Needed to keep the windows open to cool down but +++ traffic noise. TV cables broken. Bugs in the room. Cannot comment on the shower. Decided not to use.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan SCC

Liked: Staff & service
New owner, hopefully renovations coming for the garden court, otherwise nostalgic in a 70's mexico way.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a little trouble with the check in getting the correct room, and the key to work with the room, but the staff was incredibly responsive and helpful in fixing the issue! They were great! That is not a complaint at all…quite the opposite, they were great!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dave Tetz Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking is quite limited at this hotel. The parking lot is smaller and not well equipped for larger pickup trucks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Martin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is place isn't so cheap anymore and is quite rundown. Damaged walls, unfinished repairs, broken fixtures, microwave from the 80's, no coffee maker. Garbage on hotel ground, moldy/dirty patio furniture. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place, it was amazing, honestly! There was some damages to the walls when i got there and some patch work that needed painting. But i was so looking forward to a warm bath. And then i find the drains been broken. Other than that it was bad. Maybe a rug under the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ken

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poorly Renovated’70s Motel Just don’t stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

The water was shut off
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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