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Harbour Light Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo

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Front of property
Family Suite | Living area
Premium Double Room
Flat-screen TV
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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200 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4T2
  • Place, Nanaimo Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bastion
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Old City Quarter
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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Queen Room

Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite

Family Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Room

Premium Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Room

Economy Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Nanaimo

In Nanaimo .You'll find The OV Arts Centre and Nanaimo Museum within a 15-minute walk of this Nanaimo motel. Casino Nanaimo and Vancouver Island Military Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bastion - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Old City Quarter - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 8 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Breakfast Nook - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Alice's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Harbour Light Motel

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo
Harbour Light Motel offers its guests a terrace and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nanaimo motel.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Harbour Light Motel offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Nanaimo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self 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.
  • 16 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11:00 PM

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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 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 12 mi (20 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 12 mi (20 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harbour Light Motel to the airport?

Harbour Light Motel is 0.8 mi (2-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 Harbour Light Motel?

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbour Light Motel on May 29, 2026 start from CA $139, 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 Harbour Light Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Harbour Light Motel.

How close is Harbour Light Motel to the beach?

This motel is 4.1 mi (14-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach.

Does Harbour Light Motel offer free breakfast?

Harbour Light Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harbour Light Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Casino Nanaimo (13-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Harbour Light Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Harbour Light Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Harbour Light Motel have a pool?

Harbour Light Motel does not have a pool.

Does Harbour Light Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Harbour Light Motel to downtown Nanaimo?

Harbour Light Motel is 0.6 mi away from Nanaimo.

Harbour Light Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 414 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Olivia

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is excellent! Very friendly and obliging.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karmveer

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sherie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and clean. Staff was excellent and accommodating. I extended my stay with ease. Staff was very helpful in extending my stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Troy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Older style motel but clean, warm and easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute very clean nice friendly Staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

horst

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and we enjoyed having a microwave and refrigerator!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time here and both time my room was spotless. Heating system and shower works really well. Front desk staff is very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Brendan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and organised. Only complaint, we arrived at 8.30pm and it was freezing in the room. We had rang and asked about what time we had to checkin as we might not make it until 9 to 9.30pm. Just thought someone might have turned on the heat. Other than that, just like every time we have stayed there its been nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deron

Great value, clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and staff courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Jamileh

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely old and uncomfortabe beds, friendlay staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff and convienience was great! Street side on work day in the morning is very busy. I think the cleaning standards for tge room i stayed in need to be addressed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beds were very comfortable 😊Rooms were clean & bathroom , just a suggestion to maybe put a rubber mat for inside the tub( for older person 60+) & a grip bar would be used too ! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Heat worked good nice renovated room was a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. Room was spotless and staff very courteous and friendly, would highly recommend this motel. Ed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient stay for 2 nights. Large clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025