Buccaneer Inn

2.5 star property
Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo

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Exterior
Cottage | Private kitchen
Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View | Private kitchen
Cottage | Living area
Suite, 1 Bedroom (2 double beds)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1577 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4E3
  • Place, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Seaside One-Bedroom Double Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Seaview One-Bedroom Queen Suite

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

Seaview One-Bedroom King Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Nanaimo

Seaside stay .You'll find Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Beach Estates Park within a 15-minute walk of this Nanaimo motel. Maffeo Sutton Park and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Beach Estates Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Maffeo Sutton Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drip Coffee | Social - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Off The Hook - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Buccaneer Inn

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo
As a guest of Buccaneer Inn, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Buccaneer Inn also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nanaimo motel.

  • 1 building
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Buccaneer Inn offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchens offer microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include designer toiletries and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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, debit cards, and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 110627

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Buccaneer Inn Nanaimo
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Buccaneer Hotel Nanaimo
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Reviews

Buccaneer Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 870 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 870 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 870 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 870 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 870 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

M

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

OK stay

Large room. Close to harbour. Not many restaurants in vicinity but for an excellent pub. Parking is somewhat limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Pretty views of the ocean and super clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent to have a kitchen, a separate bedroom, and a great mattress for goid sleeping. Very nice towels and amenities in bathroom. Enjoyed the view of a nearby marina and island. Very friendly staff. Sofa was worn and had saggy, uncomfortable cushions. Otherwise a great room and we definitely would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

rosemarie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff is nice and the room is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Though the curb appeal may be under par, the rooms are spacious, clean, comfortable, relaxing. Would return and recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient. Bit noisy by the busy road but great for a short stop over. Room was comfortable and the kitchen facility is a great plus. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very kind and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

We stayed in the cottage at the Buccaneer Inn and were pleasantly surprised by how spacious and comfortable it was. Even with just one night, it felt welcoming, and we’d gladly come back for a longer stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muntasir

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place with a convenient location. Budget friendly as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Arnold

Disliked: Amenities
There were fans in the room va AC and the Weat facing wall with the sun on it heated up the room. Very small room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are amazing and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great option

Hotel room was spacious. Had a kitchenette and a comfy bed. Was very clean and comfortable. Only downside if any is that the rooms don’t have air conditioning ( they do have fans in the rooms ) and the parking is a little tight. But would recommend if staying around town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

scott

Was fine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rosa Maria

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lionel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and within a kilometer of ferry. No air-conditioning but had fans in the room which cooled room off on a hot day
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

isaiah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. Clean room. friendly staff. No air conditioning but other than that I highly recommend this place if your in Nanaimo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanzila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the cottage. I recommend the cottage for large groups
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quaint, nice view. Really nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quick and easy for our pLans. Clean room, easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Radovan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, spacious unit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Blu

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Next little motel walking distance to the Nanaimo Ferry terminal. Room was small especially tyhe bathroom but more tan enough for a short stay and the bed was very comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025