533 reviews
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$300505 North Terminal Avenue, Nanaimo, V9S 4K1, British Columbia, Canada
533 reviews
1/38
Free parking
Restaurant
Free wifi
Sun deck
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Port-O-Call Inn is a cozy two-star motel in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. Located just 0.8mi from the city center, the address is 505 North Terminal Avenue. This straightforward stay offers a relaxed base for exploring Nanaimo’s waterfront and downtown charm.
On-site parking is free, and Wifi is complimentary, making it easy to plan the day’s adventures. A restaurant is on site, and the property offers non-smoking rooms with a private entrance and garden views. Kitchenware and a kitchenette are handy for longer stays, while a sun deck, picnic area, and garden provide outdoor space. Free toiletries and a bathtub add comfort, and parking on site is free. Pet-friendly options are available with extra charges, and a golf course is available with extra charges.
Reviews total 533, providing traveler perspectives on the Nanaimo stay. The location sits in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, close to the city center for easy exploring.
Port-O-Call Inn sits about 0.8mi from Nanaimo’s city center, at 505 North Terminal Avenue, placing waterfront strolls and downtown charm within easy reach. An on-site restaurant, SUSHI MOMIJI Japanese Restaurant, adds convenient dining, while free on-site parking and complimentary Wifi keep plans moving. Non-smoking rooms feature a private entrance and garden views, and kitchenware plus a kitchenette support longer stays. Outdoor spaces include a sun deck, picnic area, and a garden; free toiletries and a bathtub add simple comforts.
Several room types offer flexible layouts, including Family Suite (280 sqft) accommodating 2 adults and 1 child with two double beds and a queen, and Family Double Room (280 sqft) with two queen beds. Room - 2 Queen (248 sqft) accommodates 2 adults and 1 child with two queen beds, while Queen Room (248 sqft) provides a single queen bed. Also listed are Economy and Classic Suite options, and all listed rooms are non-smoking. Pets are allowed on request; charges may apply, and a golf course is available with extra charges.
Payments can be made with Mastercard or Visa; cash is not accepted. With 533 reviews, traveler perspectives offer a practical snapshot of the Nanaimo stay, and the location’s proximity to the city center makes day trips and city exploration easy.
Closest airports
Qualicum Beach Airport
23.1miVancouver International Airport
34.8miVictoria International Airport
43.6miComox Valley Airport
56.1miFriday Harbor Airport
61.6miFree parking
Restaurant
Free wifi
Sun deck
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Picnic area
Garden
Free toiletries
Bathtub
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Room - 2 Queen
2 Queen Size Beds
250 sqft
Garden view
City view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
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A microwave and tea and coffee making facilities are provided in this room. Free Wi-Fi is available.
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Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
250 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
Microwave
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A microwave and tea and coffee making facilities are provided in this room. Free Wi-Fi is available.
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Family Suite
2 Double Beds
1 Queen Size Bed
280 sqft
Garden view
City view
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
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In the well-fitted kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. This family room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
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Family Double Room
2 Queen Size Beds
280 sqft
Garden view
City view
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
+
More details
In the well-fitted kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. This family room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
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Classic Suite
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Economy
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Quadruple Room, Sea View
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6.7
533 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Comfort
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Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Stacey
8.2
May 2025
Loved the surprise of having a bedroom all to myself. Very clean, housekeeping was wonderful. Grateful for the AC and fan in the rooms. Tv and cable worked great. Easy 25 minute walk to downtown with a great view of the water. Restaurant attached to hotel was amazing and the best Pho place with a seaside view is only 15 minutes away.
The bedroom door didn't close and the bed frames were wildly squeaky. No plug for the bath tub. The smart tv functions didn't work.
Say
10
June 2024
The staff was super friendly and helpful and accommodating. The grounds were well maintained. The rooms were clean and tidy, even the floors were mopped. There were wonderful amenities that were all working well. It was in a great location and easy to access all the important areas.
There were a lot of people smoking on the area. Some of them were in designated areas, but some of them were not. Its hard when you are traveling with kids when the other guests are smoking outside of designated areas. I know that is probably hard to enforce, but it would help. It would also be great if there were amenities like paper plates/bowls/utensils/etc that are available to guests if they so need.
Blake
9.1
May 2024
The location was nice and central to any where you want to be in Nanaimo. Its quiet and cozy enough stay for a night or two! It was only a few mins away from the Ferry terminal so made for a quick stop to check in before we had our adventure!
Well the giant ant I had to battle to get in the door was a great start. The water pressure was pretty terrible, the shower was nice and tiled with a non slip floor mat and a great big rain shower head...well the water drizzled out and barley covered one person. The one way parking lot was a bit sketchy
Catmom
10
July 2025
I loved everything, it's calm, the staff is so full of life and really helpfull. They have a super cute dog at the office and she loves the attention❤️ The garden right in the middle is such a unique touch.
Nothing! We had a really hard time that week in my life and everything at the motel helped me calmed down and not think about the negative.
Dar
9.1
July 2025
Very clean, spacious rooms.
Staff communication was a bit lacking. I spoke to someone at reception before checking in, had the room picked, but when I arrived, nobody knew about the accommodations we had agreed to. There were also things like forgotten extra towels when requested, extra soap when requested, etc.
Marguerite
8.2
July 2023
Fridge + microwave + coffee machine was perfect for my needs. I had an air-conditioner & a fan which was perfect : cooled the room down ... then just the fan at night for sleeping. Liked having the Korean restaurant on site - after a long day at a workshop it was nice to not have to find food ! Balcony off the room with table & chairs just perfect for morning coffee & breakfast (my own) overlooking the palm trees in the garden square, and relaxing with a glass of wine at the end of the day. I liked the floors being wood : never been crazy about carpeted hotels ! Despite being on the corner of a major intersection - not at all noisy. However - this offered instant access to the rest of Nanaimo - only 7 mins from the Ferry terminal. Very quiet - no disturbances even though it was a weekend. Free parking conveniently near the room .
The TV was big - but very complicated to access - so after a while I didn't bother. However when I asked for assistance a maintenance person came up right away and adjusted the settings.
Klassen
10
July 2023
The renovations were very nice, a lot of thought went into little extras that lost hotels don’t have, little extra touches. The pillows were amazing, and they had lots - whic is rare in hotels, the beds were clean and comfortable , I got a great sleep - which I never usually do!! There was a portable air conditioner in the bedroom and two fans in the main area that kept it cool. Semi private little decks outside with a chair and little box of flowers, a little elegant metal vanity in the bathroom with soaps and shampoos set on with a facecloth fanned out behind them, extra large towels on the clothes rack outside the bathroom (what hotel ever provides extra towels) it had a huge shower head so the shower was fantastic! This was way nicer than many 5 star hotels. So clean and refreshing. We were on foot, and it is located in walking distance to restaurants and amenities. Overall 5 star rating from me, I highly recommend this place and I will definitely be back!!!
Can’t say anything, it was as close to perfect as you can get!!! :D
David
8.2
April 2024
This place has been recently renovated! the bathroom was really great, the rooms have nice facilities. Everything you need for a nice budget stay. Many more expensive places are less well kept and convienient.
The room had a smell of cigarettes' smoke upon first entering. I opened the windows and it was enough to let the air flow. If you or your partner are very sensitive to smells etc it could be a bit much. However, for me it was fine.
Sarah
9.1
July 2025
We had two rooms with a kitchen area between them. Everything was clean and comfortable. The neighborhood was quiet and just a five minute drive from the ferry terminal. Helpful staff phoned us in advance to ease check in.
A small area rug might make the rooms feel more cozy.
Laverne
9.1
May 2025
Staff were excellent. Room was clean mostly updated...Had couple of problems with the room. They were dealt with quickly.
The blanket on bed had hole in it. It wasn't clean and had scotch tape on it. There was no coffee in room. It was rectified but it was annoying.
Airports
Qualicum Beach Airport
23.1miVancouver International Airport
34.8miVictoria International Airport
43.6miComox Valley Airport
56.1miFriday Harbor Airport
61.6miAirports
Qualicum Beach Airport
23.1miVancouver International Airport
34.8miVictoria International Airport
43.6miComox Valley Airport
56.1miFriday Harbor Airport
61.6miAttractions
Gulf Islands
24.2miBowen Island
29.5miSUSHI MOMIJI Japanese Restaurant
Cuisines
Free parking
Restaurant
Free wifi
Sun deck
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Picnic area
Garden
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Golf course
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Food & Drink
Restaurant
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Invoice provided
General
Designated smoking area
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet Friendly
Private entrance
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Refrigerator
Living Area
Dining area
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun deck
Parking
Free parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Fan
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
Air purifiers
First aid kits available
View
City view
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 19
The entrance to the property is closed between 22:00 and 08:00
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Mastercard,
Visa
This property does not accept cash.
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