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The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Property class: 2
Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo

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A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel with a courtyard featuring a stone structure, outdoor seating, and a view of a mountain range.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside balcony.
A bathroom with a marble countertop, a sink, and toiletries.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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505 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC, V9S-4K1
  • Place, Bastion
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Old City Quarter
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Queen Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(53 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Two Queen Room

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a red lamp, a chair, a mirror, and a painting of a mountain landscape.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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A bed with a wooden headboard, white pillows, and a blue blanket. A painting of a mountainous landscape is above the bed. There is a small table with a lamp beside the bed.

Classic Suite

  • Partial ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Central Nanaimo motel, you'll find Bowen Park and Chinese Memorial Gardens Park. Maffeo Sutton Park and The Globe Live Studio are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bastion - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Vancouver Island Conference Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Old City Quarter - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Danpung Momiji - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chick To Sea Express - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nanaimo motel.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites offers 42 accommodations. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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: 9:30 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 - Thursday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 15 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, 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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 15 per accommodation (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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

How close is The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites to the airport?

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites is 1 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 The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

As of Oct 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites on Nov 13, 2026 start from CA $87, 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 The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites.

How close is The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites to the beach?

This motel is 2.3 mi (5-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach.

Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Casino Nanaimo (3-min drive) is nearby.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites have a pool?

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites does not have a pool.

Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites to downtown Nanaimo?

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites is 0.9 mi away from Nanaimo.

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 120 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 131 out of 1002 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is excellent cheap and cheerful rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Close to the ferry terminal. Great place to stop for a short night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is good. Staff is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, affordable stay with an onsite manager
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Not a very god part of town, guest were nosey, it is a budget hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good. Everything else was absolutely disgusting. Not a place I would go again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an older building / but it was well maintained We booked last minute - but they accommodated our request - for our elder mom Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Clean cheap and cheerful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a wonderful stay at this motel! The rooms were comfortable, and newly renovated. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the check-in process was smooth. Overall, a very pleasant experience with excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Booked a room for 2 adults and only received 1 washcloth and 1 towel. Basic, updated on a budget rooms, property landscaping gives a rough street appeal. Overall it's a cheap, reasonably clean accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice and friendly staff (Omar)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a convenient location for us. The price was very reasonable. The bathtub was a nice deep soaker kind of tub.There is a great Korean restaurant attached to the front desk area. It was amazing, must try!! We stayed here for three nights
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stated 3 nights
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was reasonably clean, the staff were friendly, parking was good. We will not return for 2 reasons: the traffic noise from the road was extremely loud; 2)There appeared to be what looked like unhoused people having the post-drug consumption munchies right on the walkway that led to our entrance. Having our little boy with us this felt intimidating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price we paid this was a pretty awful stop on our way home. Beds were clean but bathroom was questionable. Spiders in room. All windows were open with no screens when we arrived so that makes sense that there were bugs. Our neighbors were super loud. Maybe staying on the top floor would have been better. Staff at front desk was very friendly and this was the only positive thing about our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
You need to be aware that the angled parking lot has no exit, which would be challenging if in a larger vehicle. The room was clean and spacious, and seemed to be partially renovated recently. Access to the 2nd floor was confusing, depending on the area you park. There were a few guests that seemed to be living rough, making us uncomfortable initially, but we had no problems.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photos are a lie Barking dogs, late night noisy parties, smoke and cig butts everywhere
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not cery clean room but was spacious my kids loved the space of it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not stay in the condition of the rooms. Had to find another accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Some one make an intrusion in our room while we were sleeping .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Staff were very courteous, and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and as always the staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025