Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive - 14.0 km
Getting around
Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 2 min drive
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 11 min drive
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 54 min drive
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 79 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 156 min drive
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 23.1 miles/37.1 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Wendy's - 14 min walk
White Rabbit Coffee Co - 15 min walk
The Vault Cafe - 14 min walk
Alice's Restaurant - 11 min walk
About this property
Diplomat Motel
At Diplomat Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Room service
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Cleaning supplies
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Diplomat Motel Nanaimo
Diplomat Nanaimo
Diplomat Motel Motel
Diplomat Motel Nanaimo
Diplomat Motel Motel Nanaimo
Frequently asked questions
Does Diplomat Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Diplomat Motel 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 Diplomat Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Diplomat Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Diplomat Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Diplomat Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (15-min walk) is nearby.
What's the area around Diplomat Motel like?
Diplomat Motel is a short 14-minute walk from Nanaimo Museum and 15 minutes' walk from Casino Nanaimo.
Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Oct 11, 2024
Roger Edmond
Roger Edmond, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
JEAN
JEAN, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2024
Pretty little motel , would go back anytime
jean-marc
jean-marc, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 12, 2024
Clean
Dave
Dave, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 12, 2024
Decent price. Friendly staff. No bad for the room.
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2024
Clean. Convineant.
yaniv
yaniv, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 6, 2024
“Oceanview” from first floor was a sliver, houses and trees blocked any chance of view. No instructions on how to use the induction cooktop. Check in was quick. Convenient parking.
Marna
Marna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 4, 2024
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Jocelyne
Jocelyne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 25, 2024
No check in after 11 PM (that is more than an hour after the last ferry)
Kristi
Kristi, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 25, 2024
Sage
Sage, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 25, 2024
Place was easy to find and right in the city.
Cathay
Cathay, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 17, 2024
Charlene
Charlene, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
krystal
krystal, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
Amazing staff and nice big room, they did a good job on the renovations since the last time i stayed. They allow animals with no restrictions on dogs. We didnt leave the room after dark cause of the homeless and drug addicts thay were roaming around. Well letting our dogs go to the bathroom we found a few needles and baggies with powder in it. Ither then that no complaints at all and would book there again.
krystal
krystal, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 12, 2024
It was an adequate stop over for a family but the walls were so dirty in the kitchen I washed them myself. Bedrooms were nice and comfy. Bathroom was nice (windowsill rotting though). Staff were friendly and gave me laundry soap when I asked so I could use the coin laundry. Neighbourhood is a bit iffy but so is most of Nanaimo I guess. Lots of homeless and drug use in the surrounding areas.
Cara
Cara, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 8, 2024
For the price range the room offered everything I could want. The only issue for me was there wasnt a tub for a bath.
Viano
Viano, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 5, 2024
The microwave was not cleaned, the bathroom toilet didn’t seem to have been cleaned either, there was not shampoo.
Caro
Caro, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 4, 2024
What we expected for the price. Ant infestation throughout the family unit/bathroom and no parking when we returned from our event, means i wouldnt book again.
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 31, 2024
Dave
Dave, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Just wow. I understand its not the best area of town but it was wonderful cheap spacious and clean. I would 10/10 stay again and be fine with having my small shildern and pet here.
Lizzie
Lizzie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 26, 2024
The only thing is the smell in the room,eventhough everything is clean( how much you clean it or spray it),you still got the like mold,old carpet or something smell. Hope they will sort these out.. otherwise the place is good and convenient..