Buccaneer Inn

2.5 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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At Buccaneer Inn, discover the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Unwind in the garden or take a stroll on the terrace, connect with free in-room WiFi, and enjoy perks like barbecue grills and multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Kitchen
  • Separate bedroom
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is $93
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25

Room options

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Seaside One-Bedroom Double Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Seaview One-Bedroom Queen Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Seaview One-Bedroom King Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio Queen Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Seaview Cottage

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1577 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4E3

What's nearby

  • Beach Estates Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Maffeo Sutton Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Old City Quarter - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Departure Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 12 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 3 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive
  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 59 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 84 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 21.5 miles/34.6 km
  • Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 30.4 miles/48.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Drip Coffee | Social - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Danpung Momiji - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and location get good marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • 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 uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio
  • Fireplace
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 110627

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Buccaneer Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Buccaneer Inn 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 Buccaneer Inn?

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

Is parking offered on site at Buccaneer Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Buccaneer Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Buccaneer Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Buccaneer Inn and nearby?

Buccaneer Inn has a picnic area and a garden.

Does Buccaneer Inn have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a microwave.

Does Buccaneer Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Buccaneer Inn like?

Buccaneer Inn is in the heart of Nanaimo, a short 9-minute walk from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 14 minutes' walk from Beach Estates Park. Travelers recommend the motel for its walkable location.

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Reviews

Buccaneer Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

If you are not able to climb stairs do not book this hotel. To get to any of the rooms you have to go up stairs. Our hotel room was more like a small apartment. It was on the second floor. The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Our room was not updated like the picture.
Deborah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean, comfortable and friendly staff.
Steve, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Inexpensive and convenient place to stay in Nanaimo
Derrick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, easy parking, quiet, lovely view, offered to help with luggage, allowed early checkin. Just lovely overall.
Eileen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great experience!
Ding, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff was great room was basic but clean and comfortable!
Tammy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant day service was very good. The room was very clean easy checked in easy checkout will highly recommend.
Darcy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beds and towels were excellent. Great facilities in room
Marlene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place, nice convient location, close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room amenities not exactly as noted on hotels.com but staff was accommodating to our needs and was friendly about it. Was a fantastic stay and was updated book again.
Sabrina, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfy. Courteous service. Not new at all but nice. Good value. Convenient location with a little park across the road on the shoreline. Would stay again.
Wayne, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

We were upgraded to the 3 BD cottage next door to the hotel. The extra amenities and space were appreciated. however, the king size bed in the master had broken support slats. The 3 smoke detectors had been removed from the ceilings and were non functional. The towels were worn and threadbare is some areas. The master bedroom was located above a small garage. Late at night, four people with access opened the power garage door and loaded carpet and furniture from a van and woke us up: not appreciated. The cottage was clean, but maintenance was an issue.
Dean, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean with thoughtful inclusion of amenities
Brenda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Pretty views of the ocean and super clean. Friendly staff.
Ashley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Obviously this is not a resort where you sit around by the pool but if you are arriving late off the ferry nothing beats this no nonsense hotel. Super clean and beds super comfortable. Small rooms but for the money it can not be beat. I have now made this my go to rest spot when I take the late ferry to the island and not wanting to drive into the night
Kerry, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

staff is nice and the room is clean.
rosemarie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place with a convenient location. Budget friendly as well!
Muntasir, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Staff, amenities Motel is outdated I wouldn’t stay again, room carpet not clean.
cristian, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really spacious room with separate living area, bedroom, and kitchen. Staff quite friendly, enjoyable two-night stay. Room was a little dated, but still super comfortable. Walking distance (10min) to ferry terminal. I would definitely stay here again.
Tom, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes
Douglas B, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in the cottage at the Buccaneer Inn and were pleasantly surprised by how spacious and comfortable it was. Even with just one night, it felt welcoming, and we’d gladly come back for a longer stay
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at the cottage. I recommend the cottage for large groups
Tanzila, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice stay. Easy checking and gods location. Liked that is right by the water. Clean room. I would stay again.
Amber, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Definitely will stay again
Savannah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are amazing and very helpful.
Jeffrey, 1-night trip