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The Bluebird Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Nanaimo, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Reviews
6.8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
995 Terminal Ave N., Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K3
  • Popular LocationDeparture Bay Ferry Terminal19 min walk
  • Popular LocationVancouver Island University5 min drive
  • AirportNanaimo, BC (YCD)15 min drive
  • Popular LocationDuke Point Ferry Terminal17 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

7.8/10 Good

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 56.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2/10 Good

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.7/10 Good

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Nanaimo

At The Bluebird Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. .With a stay at this Nanaimo motel, you'll be 17.2 km (10.7 mi) from Duke Point Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 19 min walk
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 20 min walk
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 5 min drive
  • Vancouver Island University - 5 min drive
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • White Sails Brewing - 2 min drive
  • Wa-Ku Japanese Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Off the Hook - 19 min walk
  • Tim Hortons - 20 min walk
  • McDonald's - 4 min walk

About this property

The Bluebird Motel

Motel in Nanaimo, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
The Bluebird Motel offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi.
  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Front desk (limited hours)
The Bluebird Motel offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Microwaves, fridges and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Living room
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - midnight
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 10 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of CAD 10.00 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash deposit: CAD 100.00 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 deposit: CAD 10.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 10 per pet, per 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
Cashless transactions are available
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Bluebird Motel Nanaimo
Bluebird Nanaimo
The Bluebird Motel Motel
The Bluebird Motel Nanaimo
The Bluebird Motel Motel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Bluebird Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Bluebird Motel?

As of 23 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bluebird Motel on 6 June 2024 start from AU$158.61, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Bluebird Motel?

The closest beach to The Bluebird Motel is Departure Bay Beach (3.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bluebird Motel?

No, The Bluebird Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bluebird Motel?

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

The Bluebird Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 525 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 525 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 525 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 525 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 525 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Manpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Darleen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Sukhjinder

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we reached to the front office, the lady in the front had attitude and when I asked for a blanket- she was like “why”, unprofessional and need to improve customer service skills for paying customer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Dhanvinder

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shiva Kumar

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean space, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kathe

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
One night so all good cuz we needed to sleep. The beds are fine, but pullout couch should be replaced
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Navin nair

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

S

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Homeless encampment across the street and around the corner. Air conditioner NOISY!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023