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2-star hotel

Harbour Light Motel

Modest 2-storey motel with free Wi-Fi, parking, and family suites. Located near Nanaimo harbour, downtown, and Port Place Shopping Centre. 381 guest reviews.

200 Nicol St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 4T2, Canada View on map
7.6/10
Good Based on 388 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Insights from recent stays at Harbour Light Motel

Guests appreciate the motel's convenient location and basic amenities, noting both practical benefits and some limitations in facilities.

Guests often praise

  • Convenient location within walking distance to the harbour, Downtown, and shopping centre
  • Complimentary free Wi-Fi and free parking available on site
  • Air-conditioned rooms and family suite options with kitchen facilities
  • Friendly and helpful staff providing accessible service

Worth knowing

  • No on-site breakfast or fitness center offered
  • Not pet-friendly, which may limit options for travelers with pets
  • No swimming pool or airport shuttle services available
  • Some rooms include kitchens, but not all accommodations have this feature
  • Smoke-free environment maintained throughout the property

Best for

  • Visitors looking for simple, affordable lodging near Nanaimo’s waterfront and downtown
  • Families needing extra space and kitchen amenities in select suites
  • Travelers wanting free parking and Wi-Fi without extra frills
  • Those prioritizing accessibility and easy access to nearby museums and scenic bays
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About this property

Welcome to Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel offers modest accommodations in a convenient location just off the Trans-Canada Highway in Nanaimo. This two-storey property features basic rooms alongside a family suite equipped with a full kitchen, making it suitable for travelers seeking simple, practical lodging. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, and select rooms with kitchens, while it remains a smoke-free and kid-friendly establishment.

Guests will find the motel within a 15-minute walk of Nanaimo’s harbour and downtown area, placing local attractions, dining options, and shopping within easy reach. Port Place Shopping Centre is only about one kilometre away. The motel's 3.8 rating reflects generally positive feedback, with many appreciating the location and value, though some reviews suggest a straightforward, no-frills experience.

Nearby points of interest such as the Nanaimo Museum, which offers exhibits on the city’s history and a local art gallery, and Departure Bay, known for its ferry terminal and scenic waterfront, provide diverse activities close to the property. The motel’s family suite with kitchen facilities may appeal to visitors planning longer stays or those traveling with children. It is accessible and includes an onsite restaurant, but lacks a pool, fitness center, or airport shuttle services.

For guests arriving by air, Vancouver International Airport and Victoria International Airport are the nearest major airports, reachable by car within two hours or more. Several other hotels and motels are located nearby, offering alternatives with varying amenities and price points, providing options for travelers based on their preferences.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Kitchens in some rooms
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Pool
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Harbour Light Motel

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

This modest 2-storey motel off the Trans-Canada Highway is within a 15-minute walk from the harbour and Downtown, and a km from the Port Place Shopping Centre.

  • Nanaimo Harbour Ferry Terminal 15 min Walk
  • Departure Bay (Nanaimo) Ferry Terminal 58 min Walk
  • Haliburton St at Milton St 3 min Walk
  • Vancouver International Airport 2 hr 56 Car · 3 hr 36 Transit
  • Victoria International Airport 1 hr 45 Car · 7 hr 1 Transit
  • Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre 2 hr 32 Car · 3 hr 4 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in British Columbia. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Nanaimo Museum 382 reviews

Nanaimo Museum

100 Museum, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2X1, Canada

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Saysutshun 62 reviews

Saysutshun

Nanaimo, BC, Canada

4.8 · Island
Departure Bay 454 reviews

Departure Bay

Nanaimo, BC, Canada

4.3 · Bay
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