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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

3.0 star property
Nanaimo hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Experience the charm of The Grand Hotel Nanaimo, situated near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Enjoy a delicious meal at Grand Cru Restaurant, unwind in the gym or take a stroll through the garden. With free WiFi and helpful staff, this hotel is perfect for relaxing getaways.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is CNY769
CNY892 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(90 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Club Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Club Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Club Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom sink

Club Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Maple) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Maple)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
4898 Rutherford Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 4Z4

What's nearby

  • Long Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Departure Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Old City Quarter - 17 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 10 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 20 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 21.7 miles/35 km
  • Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 28.2 miles/45.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Thrifty Foods - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' George's BBQ - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bodhi's Artisan Bakery - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

  • The Grand Hotel Nanaimo puts you within a 10-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Grand Cru Restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • 5 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Grand Cru Restaurant - This restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Whik(e)y Bar - Onsite bar. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: CAD 200.00 per stay

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does The Grand Hotel Nanaimo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Grand Hotel Nanaimo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (11-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Grand Hotel Nanaimo and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Grand Hotel Nanaimo?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Grand Cru Restaurant.

What's the area around The Grand Hotel Nanaimo like?

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo is located a short 4-minute walk from Long Lake. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Pet-friendly rooms were a huge plus for guests with pets. (3 reviews)
  • The property features a nice pool, sauna, and hot tub. (3 reviews)
  • Underground parking was a convenient and secure bonus for guests. (11 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our stay - friendly staff, clean room
Emily, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean staff was excellent
Neil, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is always so very accommodating.
Morgan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

nice staff safe location... would recommend vs staying in city center
Norm, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was exceptionally clean and spacious. I especially enjoyed my balcony.
Heather, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable, clean room and affordable. Only downside is that each time we’ve stayed here the restaurant is never available to guests.
Cassandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, quick check in, very quiet
Rick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly service, clean comfortable rooms and high quality restaurant
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very classy room with a gas fireplace and jetted tub. Price was very good for the quality of room.
JANICE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were super friendly and the hotel is a nice quiet alternative to the regular chain hotels in the area.
GORDON, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was clean and beds were comfortable.
Robert, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff is amazing. Every time I've stayed. The staff is awesome.
Julia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was friendly.
Barb, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and nice accommodations A bit dated but still good
Nadine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Charming hotel, with an excellent restaurant. The staff are super friendly and helpful. Our room was clean, spacious and comfortable with luxury bath robes to make relaxing easy!
Brandi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nanaimo’s best kept secret. The property is immaculate, the staff goes beyond to assist, the lobby and bar/restaurant are throwbacks to an easier, elegant time.
Kathy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great old school vibe to this hotel. It's not really that old but has a European feel to it. Killer Whiskey bar. The restaurant is also fantastic for dinner.
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

friendly staff and quiet
Celeste, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly place .
stewart, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Stayed here many times. Good value. Disappointed jacuzzi tub not working. Will stay again in future.
ronald, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property is very clean . The staff were polite and considerate . Our original room was above a ballroom . The front desk moved us to a quieter area when we checked in
Shirley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and quiet. Check-in and check out were fast and easy. Secure parking is a huge plus especially in bad weather. I have stayed here many times and it's always low cost and quiet, so easy to sleep.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice old hotel. Good location.
Jeannine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We spent three nights at The Grand with our wonderful cat and the staff at The Grand provided us with a beautiful deluxe suite.
Bill, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great place quiet and clean very friendly staff
Alain, 1-night trip