Diplomat Motel

Property class: 2
Motel in Nanaimo

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When you stay 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.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $78
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a TV.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
333 Nicol St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R4T5

What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bastion - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Old City Quarter - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Protection Island - 16 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 3 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 13 min drive
  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 48 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 79 min drive
  • Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 162 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 176 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Alice's Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sip Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Diplomat Motel

  • When you stay 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.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
    • Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation*

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 only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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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 15-minute walk from Casino Nanaimo and 15 minutes' walk from Nanaimo Museum.

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Reviews

Diplomat Motel Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Very good

Overall clean (bathroom, beds, etc), and the family 2 bedroom suite with kitchenette was spacious and very handy with little kids and dietary restrictions while travelling. The only not great thing was the floor was carpeted and old, and needs replacement - our socks were black after walking around on it. Staff were all pleasant.
Verified review

6/10 Good

Great place to stay & clean
Verified review

4/10 Fair

Pros bed was comfortable price was very affordable Cons Rooms are very dated and need deep clean. Motel sits right on the main road so you hear a lot of road traffic. They provided a coffee make but there were no cups. We had two separate rooms and only one room had an air conditioner. Probably would not return.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and accommodating staff 👍
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very helpful!
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10/10 Exceptional

Diplomat Motel is the best I see in Nanaimo so kind and lovely staff and everything was really good
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6/10 Good

The room was clean, more coffee in the room not just 2, warmer water for shower and wash basin. The picture on the web site is not the view you have and the beach you have to find somewhere in Nanaimo
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay

Nice community location. A few businesses close by. Clean inside and out. All necessities. Comfortable beds, all necessities required and quiet.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Was a very good deal for having 2 separate rooms. Bathroom was nicely renovated. Bed was firm and comfortable. Good location not too far from downtown, but is along a busy road so if you are in the room facing the road, you can still hear some cars at night.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean, quiet and friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

We always stay there. Very quiet place
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Pet friendly, nice staff. Didnt care for location
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean and comfortable.

Friendly, helpful owners, clean and comfortable. Accommodations fairly basic.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was very clean and nice. The service was very good and for a good price. Very happy with our stay!
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The room was dog friendly, which was our main reason for booking. It was definitely good for what we needed it for and affordable.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Older motel that is being updated. Not the nicest location but close to the ferry terminal and was very clean. Cleaner than most 3 stars Ive stayed at. I would definitely come back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Place was clean, bathroom looks recently renovated. It's a good place if you just need a room to sleep for the night.
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8/10 Very good

Great friendly service . The family suite is nice & spacious, just the only down fall was the hot water running out half way through 1 shower (there were 5 of us) & the weak water pressure but otherwise great place to stay , beds are comfortable & the free parking was a bonus.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, bed was comfortable. Bathroom was clean however the hot water temperature and pressure could have better.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very nice. And spacious. The gentleman at the front desk was kind and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was great. They had an issue with our booking, so upgraded us for free. It was great. Great staff, very helpful! Felt safe.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Good value for money.

Two bedrooms, two TVs, good cable channels. Excellent, fast WIFI. Back bedroom is quiet facing ocean. Easy access off of highway.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was helpful and polite. Room was spacious and clean. Heater works good. Easy check-in and out. Walking distance to restaurants.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a very pleasant experience. The customer service was excellent — the staff were friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Although I didn’t book the kitchenette option, they kindly provided plates, spoons, and forks upon request, which I really appreciated. The room was clean, spacious, odor-free, and surprisingly quiet despite being close to the road. We also felt completely safe throughout our stay. Overall, a great and comfortable visit.
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8/10 Very good

Overall really good specially cleaning. Low budget but really really good