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Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, glass doors, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.
A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.
A waterfront marina with boats, a tall building, and a clear blue sky.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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11 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R6E4
  • Place, Bastion
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Old City Quarter
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪1 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View (Coast Premium King with Ocean View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a body of water through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View (Coast Premium King with Ocean View)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(88 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Coast King)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Coast King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(98 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coast Two Queens)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coast Two Queens)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(105 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Nanaimo

City center stay.With a stay at this Downtown Nanaimo hotel, you'll be steps from Bastion and Vancouver Island Military Museum. Nanaimo Museum and The Globe Live Studio are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bastion - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Vancouver Island Military Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old City Quarter - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Noodlebox - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old City Station Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Vault - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness center, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Coast Bastion Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Nanaimo hotel is smoke free.

  • 179 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Coast Bastion Hotel offers 179 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CAD 9 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 15 for adults and CAD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals 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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 15 for adults and CAD 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: CAD 9.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Coast Bastion Hotel Nanaimo
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Coast Bastion Hotel to the airport?

Coast Bastion Hotel is 0.1 mi (1-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coast Bastion Hotel?

As of Jul 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coast Bastion Hotel on Jul 19, 2026 start from CA $199, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Coast Bastion Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Coast Bastion Hotel.

How close is Coast Bastion Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.3 mi (9-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach.

Does Coast Bastion Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Coast Bastion Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of CAD 15 for adults and CAD 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Coast Bastion Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Nanaimo (4-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Coast Bastion Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Coast Bastion Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 9.00 per day.

Does Coast Bastion Hotel have a pool?

Coast Bastion Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Coast Bastion Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Coast Bastion Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Coast Bastion Hotel to downtown Nanaimo?

Coast Bastion Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Nanaimo.

Coast Bastion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1204 out of 1670 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1670 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1670 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1670 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1670 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for our Family - we really enjoyed Nanaimo, on our way to Tofino
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great. Comfy beds and are view of the harbour was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Restaurant staff and front desk were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing rooms with great views and friendly staff. Breakfast was great also.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was immaculate, the restaurant was wonderful, staff super friendly and accommodating but not overly interactive. Just a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and very clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, staff was very nice when we arrived, everything in our room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rudolph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and view.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View was great and restaurant was awesome. Staff were very courteous and knowledgeable about things to do in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic view, nice large room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy my stay at the Coast Bastion, love the in room Starbucks coffee and because of that never look for at other hotels in Nanaimo
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, close to the water, not too noisy Love the decore
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful harbor view, friendly and knowledgeable staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Berthold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast menu
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location, friendly staff, but pricey
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, beautiful and clean rooms, fantastic service!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have to buy the breakfast. By far the best hotel we stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eugene Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ocean views
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing view of the harbor. Such a beautiful relaxing stay. Minnoz is a wonderful restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities close . Good selection of restaurants that are within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's always a great stay all around!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

xin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel room is quite spacious, while, limited meal selection near hotel if you want a light meal.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Coast Bastion is close to shops, cafe's, theaters, and view of the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026