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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

Explore the area

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4898 Rutherford Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 4Z4
  • Place, Long Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 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

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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
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 Single Sofa Bed

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
  • Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 7 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' George's BBQ - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bodhi's Artisan Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 21 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo on 22 Dec 2025 start from AU$171.61, 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.

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. 459 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, Quiet, Reasonably Priced
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with partner
I like the location for the places I wanted to visit. I had looked up for a stay with a pool and it has said that this hotel has a year around indoor pool which was a reason I chose it, however when I inquired at the from desk it did not have a pool
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

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

4/10 Poor

Nathaniel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Site was ok, but the beds are so soft I’ve spent double the cost of the night on getting my back fixed!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and atmosphere. Lobby had some wonderful displays. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Grand Hotel reminded me of an elegant aging woman. A little worn but absolutely captivating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice. Complimentary Continental breakfast would be a good addition.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great! Staff was awesome! Price was right! Chef amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

8/10 Good

IRENE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has olde world charm and the staff were friendly and helpful. The main problem was the lack of breakfast service. There was no indication online that breakfast had ceased being served after covid. Suggesting Macdonald's is a very poor substitute for the aroma of bacon, eggs and fresh toast being prepared. On line, even The Grand Hotel omelets were recommended! Ceasing breakfast service was a very poor decision! Dinner, however, was very enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable clean hotel with a fine restaurant and pleasant grounds. Only concern is that no breakfast is available and nothing of quality within walking distance of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

stewart, Chilliwack

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly place .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room. Staff were quick to help when TV remote was missing. The dining room food and service was amazing! The British memorabilia in the lobby was wonderful. The hotel lived up to its name - Grand!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole place is charming! I enjoyed a late supper at the restaurant and not only was the food delicious ( do try the crème brûlée) Tanya was friendly and ensured my dining experience was 5 star!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were so comfortable we slept like Sleeping Beauty! The staff was friendly and accomodating and the outdoor dining was lovely in warm fall weather.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasing

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasing

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
what I liked about the property was the overall ambiance, as well as the cleanliness and great room size. The excellent service from all staff members and the delicous food and wines. My complaint would be the tripping hazard outside the building, between the parking lot and the carriage porch. My husband and I both tripped over it at different times. Our concern is that it could prove quite dangerous to someone with less agility or unsteady on their feet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom had hair on the shower walls upon check in. The whole room smelled like Grandma's bsmt. Carpets need torn out. It's just time for an update. Whoever owns the hotel is stuck in the early 90's and it just is in bad need of an update. The furniture, like the couch, on the sitting area is so old. We changed hotels after a night
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025