The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

3.0 star property
Nanaimo hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Welcome to the Grand Hotel Entrance, where guests can check in and begin their stay.
Relax in our beautifully landscaped patio, surrounded by lush greenery and a traditional architectural backdrop.
Guests can enjoy a serene outdoor setting surrounded by lush greenery and neatly arranged seating.
Surrounded by a rugged rock formation and lush greenery, this serene landscape offers a glimpse into nature's beauty.
Two single beds with wooden headboards and white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp and telephone, and a large window with dark curtains.
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

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

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
$131 nightly
The total price is $153
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Club Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Club Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Long Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Departure Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 7.0 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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' George's BBQ - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bodhi's Artisan Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

At The Grand Hotel Nanaimo, you'll be 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.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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
    • 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
LOCAL_PARKING

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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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Restaurant
Bed
Location
Breakfast
Parking
Lobby
Amenities
Building

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant served excellent food with great service and a convenient location. (7 reviews)
  • Underground parking was a convenient and appreciated amenity at this property. (9 reviews)
  • Pet-friendly rooms were a huge plus for guests with pets. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

it was a fast friendly check in and out. Room was excellent location great too
Shannon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is excellent, nice outdoor dining area as well
Rose, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfort stay and reasonable price.

Good location, central to a lot of Nanaimo. A little away from the noise of the highway, but close enough for easy access. Nanaimo North Mall very close with lots of restaurants too. Nice little balcony to enjoy a coffee on in the morning.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel for the price in Namaimo

This is a very nice hotel in a convenient location. We like to e-bike and the hotel is a half kilometer from two bike trails that parallel highways 19 and 19A. We biked the N&L Trail, Nanaimo Parkway Trail and a few connector trails, about 45 km. There are plenty of places to eat within a lm of the hotel. The staff even provided a safe place to store our bikes overnight. It was so nice and convenient we stayed 3 nights. It’s also close to the ferry terminal for the ferry to Horseshoe Bay.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very pleasant
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service
Daniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay. This is my go to hotel in Nanaimo
Donald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our night , it’s a bit noisy from the road near by, but it was nice to have a balcony and everyone we encountered was friendly
Annely, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and would stay there in a heart beat.
Bradley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and very nice, everything I expect from good hotels
Maurice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is excellent. It is clean and comfortable and convenient to find.
Ann, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We very much enjoyed our annual stay at The Grand. Excellent, friendly service. Dinner at the restaurant was delicious as always although the Mother’s Day brunch could have been organized a bit better. We were surprised not to have a balcony in our Deluxe room this time. We’ll have to be sure to request it next year.
Half a rack of lamb
Nanaimo Bar Dessert Martini
Alison, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Large rooms with gas fireplace. Clean with good beds. Air conditioner is limited to how low the cooling setting is allowed, which was not as low as we would like for sleeping! If you like a warm room, this is a good spot for you!
Don, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Older property but in pretty good shape for the age. Staff friendly and efficient.
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well maintained, pleasant staff, great food, but a little older building. Good place to stay
Maurice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is quaint and well presented. The decor when you walk into the lobby is very interesting and welcoming. The room we were in was very quiet and clean. The decor is starting to wear is the only comment I have. I would recommend this Hotel in Nanaimo.
Craig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Service

Had a unfortunate sick night and tge staff came to the rescue quickly. Thank you for the help!
Brook, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Grand Hotel is a beautiful and clean building with friendly staff that I would stay at again. However I would have preferred if the room stocked tea as well as coffee, for non-coffee drinkers. Also, I would not recommend visiting this hotel unless you are driving as the walkability is really poor.
Beatrice, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wonderful

So nice! Very clean and even our dogs seemed to relax in a new and unexpected environment. It had a nice little kitchenette and a very spacious king bedroom. Staff were always happy to accommodate our needs. Not our first week long stay. Wonderful!
Bill, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was quiet which was good for sleeping. It's slightly dated but over all was a good stay.
Nikita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stay regularly at this hotel. Feel safe as a woman traveling alone for work. Nice restaurant at the hotel which is convenient at the end of a busy day. Personable friendly staff.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Look Forward to Seeing You Again

The Hotel in general is very clean, Friendly. efficient check-in and check-out. And Honest! The rooms were a bit on the warm side but I will figure out how to lower the temperature when I return next week. Thank you for your Hospitality
Berin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very interesting hotel, like the name "Grand" would suggest. Nicer area than most in Nanaimo also!
Cameron, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable and convenient place.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was like going back in time!! To a better time. Fast and friendly service, and very comfortable.
Brian, 1-night trip