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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

3.0 star property
Hotel in Nanaimo with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Property grounds
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor wedding area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

Explore the area

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4898 Rutherford Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 4Z4
  • Long Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Club Room, 1 King Bed

Club Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom sink

Club Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Maple) | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Maple)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Club Room, 2 Queen Beds

Club Room, 2 Queen Beds

Club Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Nanaimo

At The Grand Hotel Nanaimo you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Long Lake and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Grand Cru Restaurant, is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. Whik(e)y Bar is the hotel's own bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Nanaimo hotel, attractions include Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Long Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Departure Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' George's BBQ - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bodhi's Artisan Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

Hotel in Nanaimo with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 5 meeting rooms available. A fitness centre, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Grand Hotel Nanaimo. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Nanaimo hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo offers 50 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Grand Cru Restaurant
  • Whik(e)y Bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
A credit card must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 200.00 per stay

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

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 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Grand Nanaimo
Nanaimo Grand Hotel
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Hotel
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Nanaimo
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Hotel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo on 16 Sept 2025 start from NZ$224.54, 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 The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Yep, The Grand Hotel Nanaimo has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

The closest beach to The Grand Hotel Nanaimo is Departure Bay Beach (4.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

No, The Grand Hotel Nanaimo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 425 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Teofila

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and spacious room . The front desk Eric is friendly and lots of patience to wait and check us in at 2:15 am . Highly recommended hotel to stay in Nanaimo.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Laurie

The hotel was old. The restaurant and bar was closed the day we stayed there. The bathroom fixtures were very low in height. The room I had booked was for 2 queen beds and a larger room. Our room had a double bed. Wouldn’t stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique hotel. A nice change from the chain hotels. When built this hotel would have been top class. Excellent materials were used and while a little dated very good quality. It is extremely well cared for showing attention to detail. A present stay and very good value.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The carpet was lumpy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brook

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Service

Had a unfortunate sick night and tge staff came to the rescue quickly. Thank you for the help!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, carpet was worn and could use upgrading but overall a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen, Pitt Meadows

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lobby and reception area. Rooms are are large, clean and well equipped. Fireplace is a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luc

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

2/10 Terrible

Colin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely older property that has been well maintained. Wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Susana was the perfect host, friendly (she spoke to me in french), professional and greeted me with a smile. The room showed some minor damage (it was probably why I had a good rate). Very nice hotel that I would recommand.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Anne

The hotel was fine. The street going by the hotel was a busy, but fairly quiet at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stayed here many times. I miss the old golden Lab that hhung out in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Beatrice

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Grand Hotel is a beautiful and clean building with friendly staff that I would stay at again. However I would have preferred if the room stocked tea as well as coffee, for non-coffee drinkers. Also, I would not recommend visiting this hotel unless you are driving as the walkability is really poor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jayne

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

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is quaint and well presented. The decor when you walk into the lobby is very interesting and welcoming. The room we were in was very quiet and clean. The decor is starting to wear is the only comment I have. I would recommend this Hotel in Nanaimo.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nancyf

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. This is my go to hotel in Nanaimo
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Chengxi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berin

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

Look Forward to Seeing You Again

The Hotel in general is very clean, Friendly. efficient check-in and check-out. And Honest! The rooms were a bit on the warm side but I will figure out how to lower the temperature when I return next week. Thank you for your Hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025