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Buccaneer Inn

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A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - Buccaneer Inn (Nanaimo)
A reception area with a sign reading "Welcome to The Buccaneer Inn," a reception desk, a framed map on the wall, and a door leading to another room. - Buccaneer Inn (Nanaimo)
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A wooden sign for The Buccaneer Inn with a clear view of the surrounding landscape and a road in the background. - Buccaneer Inn (Nanaimo)
A neatly made bed with white linens and striped pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a textured wall and a framed picture above the bed. - Buccaneer Inn (Nanaimo)
Close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Buccaneer Inn provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

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A cozy living room with a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Seaside One-Bedroom Two Double Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Seaside One-Bedroom Queen Suite

A cozy room with a sofa, a small table, and two chairs. There's a shelf with decorative items above the sofa.

Seaside One-Bedroom Queen Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Seaview One-Bedroom King Suite

A compact living space with a sofa, a small table, a desk, and a kitchenette in the background.

Seaview One-Bedroom King Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Studio Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Seaview Cottage

A neatly made bed with white linens and striped pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a textured wall and a framed picture above the bed.

Seaview Cottage

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located by the ocean, Buccaneer Inn is in Central Nanaimo, a neighborhood in Nanaimo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Petroglyph Park, while The Globe Live Studio and Nanaimo Museum are cultural highlights. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Nanaimo travel guide
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1577 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4E3

What's nearby

  • A calm river with a wooden dock, a pathway along the riverbank, and buildings in the background.
    Maffeo Sutton Park
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Stones Marina
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chinese Memorial Gardens Park
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Beach Estates Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bowen Park
    5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Off The Hook
    4 min drive
  • Danpung Momiji
    15 min walk
  • Drip Coffee | Social
    3 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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
Property Registration Number 110627

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Buccaneer Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buccaneer Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Buccaneer Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Buccaneer Inn located?

Located in Central Nanaimo, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Beach Estates Park. Maffeo Sutton Park and Bowen Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Buccaneer Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 622 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay for a visit to Nanaimo freshly renovated and with all the amenities you need for an extended stay Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Its a little older, but its clean and very comfortable. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and spacious. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Good, affordable place to stay for what we needed. Bed was comfortable and clean, but the room itself was pretty tired looking and a proper deep clean would help change that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Room was clean and spacious. Not sure if the heat worked, but there was quite a gap around the seal of the door. Staff were pleasant and it was good for an overnight stop before jumping on the ferry back to the mainland. Good location being very close to the ferry terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The place was just great bed was comfortable nice clean sheets had a nice kitchen sofa. It was just great. I definitely stay there again. The bathroom amenities was surprisingly wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent location, helpful staff and plenty of space in the room. A comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Thank you. We are group of 8 and we had a wonderful rest with 3 kids. Thanks a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed here for one night. The place was clean and had a full kitchen. Our car and the one next to ours were broken into and the windows were smashed out. That's not really their fault but keep in mind that's the area you'll be staying in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and spacious. Pretty quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Old but fixed-up since my last visit. Good value, nice people good sleep and on my way. Unpretentious and practical, open to welcome late-comets on late ferries.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and comfortable room. Location is conveniently close to ferries, and within walking distance to some shopping. Staf was great, Suhail was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Close to ferry terminals. Hotel is old but beds were comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room had lots of space for 2 adults and 2 older teens.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Sea View Cottage was perfect. Suhail was a terrific help and his customer service skills were outstanding. I highly recommend the Buccaneer Inn. It is 3 mins from the ferry terminal and a 5 minute walk to a great pub/restaurant on the water. The beds were excellent, the living room was extremely comfortable and the house itself was quite large! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I thought I had booked a 2 bedroom hotel suite, and was surprised to find that we had an entire 3 bedroom house! Check-in was fast and friendly. The house was very roomy with a full kitchen, laundry, 3 good size bedrooms (1 king and 2 queen), 2 full bathrooms, comfy living room with fireplace and dining. It looked recently renovated and very clean. Beds were comfortable and the sheets were very soft. The only CONS were the towels could be replaced and the main bedroom was quite loud in the morning with traffic, as it faced onto Hwy 1 - and there were only 2 coffee pods, which was puzzling since the placed slept 6 people. Overall, a WONDERFUL stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and the staff are friendly and accommodating! Keep it up. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Rooms are large. The two Queen Bed with kitchenette had the two beds at the back in a bedroom. Very comfortable beds with comfy cozy bedding. Clean stocked bathroom. Living room/ dining area. Kitchenette was convenient however utensils, pots, etc could use a refresh. One burner didn't work. Freezer compartment on fridge iced up. Although across from water not particularly scenic / limited walking path. Convenient location for getting on highway and going towards downtown Nanaimo or to scenic routes north.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean and very functional. Super location if you take the Ferry early in the morning from Departure Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The service was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved our two night stay at this hotel! Friendly, helpful staff and an exceptionally clean room. Across from the motel is a boardwalk along the ocean channel. We strolled and enjoyed the boats and watched the seals. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Buccaneer worked perfectly for my wife and I. Helpful staff, spacious suite-like room, convenient location, and the best booklet with local information and tips we’ve ever seen!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic. The price was right, the staff was courteous. It was exactly what I was looking for in a motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026