Harbour Light Motel

–Great location - show map
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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Staff

8.8

Renovated in 2024 to enhance your stay! Experience the vibrant heart of Downtown Nanaimo at Harbor Light Motel, just a 12-minute walk from the city center. Enjoy easy access to the seaplanes and Hullos terminals in a 20-minute walk or 4-minute drive away. Duke Point Ferry is only 12 minutes by car, and Nanaimo Airport is a short 14-minute drive. Conveniently located, our motel is close to McDonald's, DQ, a family-style diner, and seasonal fruit stands, so you're never far from a quick meal. Relax in comfort with our top-notch amenities, including free WiFi, daily room service, fresh coffee, an on-site ice machine, premium toiletries, and wall-mounted air conditioners for your ideal temperature. Be sure to check out our newly renovated rooms for 2024, featuring hardwood floors, updated bathrooms, and smart TVs. These rooms are limited, so book now before they're gone!

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Laurie
Canada Canada
“Location, friendly staff, clean, quiet, comfortable beds”
Gary
United States United States
“Location was ok - free parking - clean rooms - comfortable beds !”
Joy
Canada Canada
“Basic but comfortable and well looked after older property… Clean, nice linens and friendly, helpful staff”
Hugh
Canada Canada
“Good basic older motel that looks as if there have been some renovations done. The rooms including the bathrooms were clean. The 2 double beds were clean and comfortable. It had all we needed and was convenient and within walking distance of...”
Rachelle
Canada Canada
“The room was fairly large, bigger than I had expected. The beds were comfortable. I was happy to have a long table with two chairs, and the mini fridge I liked the location, being on the top floor at the end we didn't hear anything from our...”
Monica
Canada Canada
“The room was clean, quiet and well air conditioned.”
Elizabeth
Canada Canada
“My favourite place to stay in Nanaimo! Reasonable rates, friendly and helpful staff, comfy rooms, and central to everything!”
Cordula
Germany Germany
“Very clean, very friendly staff, great diner right next to it.”
Maria
Canada Canada
“Bed was comfy, I’d only suggest to have a largar pillow but everything else was nice. Check-in was pretty easy and staff was really helpful :)”
Michelle
Canada Canada
“My room was clean, comfortable and quiet. Was given a room at the back of the building away from the road on the ground floor. It made for a private, and comfortable stay. The staff were warm, friendly and welcoming.”

Area info

Amenities of Harbour Light Motel

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Harbour Light Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CAD 200 is required on arrival. That's about $143. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 19
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply

Please note, the property does not accept reservations from local residents.

Please contact the property in advance if arriving after midnight.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

A damage deposit of CAD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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