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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
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Family Suite | Terrace/patio
Front of property

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

Explore the area

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200 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4T2
  • Place, Nanaimo Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Old City Quarter
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Bastion
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • 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
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 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
Hairdryer
  • 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
Hairdryer
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
Hairdryer
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
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
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
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
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
  • Casino Nanaimo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Old City Quarter - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bastion - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alice's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬14 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
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.
  • 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 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbour Light Motel on 23 Dec 2025 start from AU$162.77, 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.

Reviews

Harbour Light Motel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 399 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 363 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Propery is old but everything works well. It was nice staying there for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
SZtaff was really friendly and helpful. Even upgraded our room. The room was clean and beds were really comfy. AC worked great which we appreciated after hiking in 30 degree weather! The area seemed pretty rough (homeless doing drugs down the road) and quite a few sirens in the evening. thankful the motel had alot of camera installed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. $170/night!! Quiet, free parking close to room, clean and located in a convenient drive to downtown. While the bathroom was missing a few lightbulbs, the tv, wifi, shower and air worked great. King bed was comfortable and clean. We had just come from Tofino and paid $369/night for a room that was a bit better but not worth it. So this place in Nanaimo was a refreshing change. We would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Machayla, Edmonton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cute motel was very quaint! Very affordable last minute rates, it was clean and neat. It had all the basics you really need; comfy beds, a microwave and mini fridge, a very clean bathroom with towels and standard toiletries. It's in what you might describe as a rough part of town and a 15 minute drive from pretty well everything, especially at night when nothing close by is open except for the McDonald's across the street. But we felt safe and we enjoyed our stay. The staff were great. They emailed and texted us about once a day in the 3 days leading up to our stay to remind us that check-out ends at 10pm and what to do if you needed to check in later. We really appreciated that, and we kept in contact with the front desk as we were late leaving Victoria heading to Nanaimo. Checkout was so smooth, just return the key and that's it! All in all, we would definitely stay here again! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

colleen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Iffat

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a clean and comfortable room and bathroom! Incredbly comfortable kingsize bed! Very friendly welcome too. Quiet room at the back of the building. Best night's sleep in a long time. On the same lotcas the MGM Restaurant,where everthibg is home-cooked and home-made. Fresh vegetables, gravy dinners and home-made pies. We'll be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Motel was as expected. Staff was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great, good staff and nice rooms. The only bad part about this place is the area surrounding but all of the people are friendly. As long as you aren’t looking for trouble you won’t have any issues.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

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

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great 5 star all the way
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Staff & service
Remote
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Tough neighbourhood

There was nothing really wrong with this hotel but it was in a really rough part of Nanaimo. There were multiple addicts in the alley behind the hotel and although, there was no incident, we were worried for our vehicle while we slept. It was close to the ferry, so we booked it but the number of homeless was unsettling
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

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

Repeat customer, clean and quaint motel

This is a quaint little motel, clean, quiet. We have stayed there 3 years in a row. We only sleep there and are out all day and it’s perfect for that. Close to the harbour front.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok for one night but not a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older facility but clean and friendly staff. Served the purpose for a one night stay with convenient travel to the ferry terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ploen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhakti, North york

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

4/10 Poor

Maria

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were given a room with 2 double beds iso 2 queen beds like we booked. This was only rectified after our first day when we brought it to the attention of the front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice stay for over a week

Good service by the caretaker!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025