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Harbour Light Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Nanaimo with free parking

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Family Suite | Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Front of property

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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200 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4T2
  • Place, Vancouver Island University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke Point Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Room

Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Room

Economy Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Nanaimo

At Harbour Light Motel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Nanaimo Museum and Casino Nanaimo. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a computer station. Plus you'll find free newspapers in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Nanaimo motel include Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Old City Quarter - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alice's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Luna - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Harbour Light Motel

Motel in Nanaimo with free parking
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 a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 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 smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Harbour Light Motel?

Harbour Light Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbour Light Motel?

As of 10 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbour Light Motel on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$189.51, including 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.

Is parking available at Harbour Light Motel?

Yep, Harbour Light Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Harbour Light Motel?

The closest beach to Harbour Light Motel is Departure Bay Beach (6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Harbour Light Motel?

No, Harbour Light Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Harbour Light Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Harbour Light Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Harbour Light Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 398 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 363 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mitch

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioner was great all the noise was outside and it made its operation very silent for sleeping at night and late in the morning.😚😋
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janeen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Amenities
It was excellent with beautiful weather!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy, Victoria bc

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at front desk are amazing!! The room was clean, beds were good and comfortable. MGM restaurant is next door. Great food. Will be staying there 2 more times this year.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakibul

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

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

10/10 Excellent

ROKSANA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super comfy beds, clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilmalyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Near by food options.comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a terrific motel in an area of town that has an unfortunate number of unhoused addicts. If you’re coming and going by car, it is not an issue whatsoever. If you’re planning to walk back and forth to the harbour, it’s safe but rather unpleasant. There are a lot of people struggling with addictions. However, it’s safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and staff so nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have a great stay here with family and other family friends. The reception or front desk staffs are friendly, helpful and efficient worker. The environment is fine and accessible to restaurants, groceries, gas stations, etc. Keep up the good customer services. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

VICKI

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, well run, room new, clean, and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

May

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Weird communication. For some reason, the management/owners (not sure which), feel the need to contact you the day of your reservation to see if you are still coming I guess. I found this strange and inconvenient, as it stated in their auto response that if they couldn’t reach you at a specific time, they would consider your reservation cancelled. I inquired about this several times, as I knew I’d be driving during that time. While they responded to my messages, they never answered my inquiries, and even though I reassured on more than one occasion, still called while I was driving, which I found not only dangerous, but intrusive. Will not stay here again simply due to this. It’s a hotel, not an air b&b or anything. Also, very unsafe area. My daughter was mildly physically assaulted when we were walking back to hotel from dinner and directly behind the hotel, there was someone tweaking on some sort of intoxicant or something, behaving erratically. Couldn’t really afford to forfeit our room to go somewhere else, so really had no choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tracey

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very disappointed

I found bugs in the bed I could not sleep in the room I stayed in my truck the sheets were not changed from other tenants I found hair all over the sheets coffee station dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

8/10 Good

jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place .only stayed 1 nite ...seemed like a respectable place . nice neighbors
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For one day in a go I’d ok, but not to enjoy fo long holiday
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Our room was comfortable and had good sound proofing considering the TransCanada noise outside. Easy access to the ferries. Will stay here any time we travel through Nanaimo.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abele

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

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very expensive for what it is
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Angelie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in was fast and easy. The staff helping me was very friendly and efficient. The room was clean and spacious and nice. Unfortunately, the airconditioner was not cooling properly. It was summer and it was very warm in the room. We could not open the windows because we can hear the cars in the busy street. Police sirens can be heard loudly even with the windows closed. So instead, we requested for an electric fan and was provided with one. It was not a bad stay overall. I'd still rate it 4 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025