Port-O-Call Inn
Motel in Nanaimo
1 queen bed
Reasons to book
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this motel
This Nanaimo property is located 5 minutes’ drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. An on-site restaurant is available. Free Wi-Fi is included.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Nanaimo
Available Rooms
Queen Room
1 Queen • 247 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
2 Queen • 247 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Family Double Room
2 Queen • 279 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Family Suite
1 Queen • 279 ft²
Sleeps 6
+
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Reviews
100% verified reviews
1.0
Location
Dirty, no electric, no air con, customer service was shocking. The receptionist on arrival didn’t even get up, she charged me more than what booking.com said, (yes I included taxes with this reference. Didn’t feel safe due to all the homeless sleeping across behind the 7/11 and seeing them taking drugs when we walked across to the store. Very noisey, the light that keeps the court yard lot shines straight into our window, even with blackout curtains this was an issue. Bed was uncomfy, we didn’t have enough towels for us all. We didn’t take the dogs in the end, but it says no dogs so don’t know what that’s about when it said they allowed it and I emailed before going. I’m a travel agent and I’m well travelled, even for a budget hotel this is shocking.
10.0
Staff was extremely amazing
Nothing...everything was great and they have a nice courtyard in middle
8.0
Very clean. Pet friendly. Great value and awesome staff.
Good value and clean.
6.0
Clean and tidy
No problems
5.0
Close to ferry terminal. Garden looked nice but not accessible.
The location is sketchy. On busy road and no fencing for privacy and security. Couldn't open window in bathroom due to someone smoking right outside! That's the only venting for bathroom! The room was very dated but the new flooring and furniture makes a nice improvement. Unfortunately the second room had no a/c and floor fan was not working and very hot at night. Fridge was leaking had to use towels to mop.
8.0
Good basic motel conveniently located.
8.0
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.
10.0
Easy and fast check in
Big room
Really clean
Not noisy environment
Have a/c
All was good
4.0
Central location but quite noisy.
Not clean. Quarter sized soap. Noisy. Grumpy staff.
7.0
Nice option for traveling with a group.
There were issues with the power, however, i believe they were doing work on it the day we left.
1.0
Nothing.
Everything. Location noisy; room 201 there were 2-3 older men noisy & banging until well past 11pm - called front desk 3 times to deal it but very little change; car alarm went off 3 times by our room - no problem; safety concerns in room - insecure microwave/swallow shelf - almost fell off, shelving unit over toilet not secured almost tipped over using it to get in/out of very deep tub - 1 handrail, bathroom mouldy trim & no hairdryer or receptacle for shaver, miss matched lighting; main room/bed not very comfortable or functional - only one nightstand & no clothes storage or hangers; 2nd room with 2 beds - no night stand, very basic. Garbage around stairs from time of arrival/departure. I contacted Management Thurs mid day before Friday to adjust reservation regarding 1 of 3 unable to come, they didn’t return until Friday day of travel on ferry. I did not return call because we arrived just past 4pm check - in - No Accommodation so paid reservation. Management sent 2 emails later Friday confirming they would allow cancellation but didn’t offer it at time of check-in. This business is shady, poorly run, rundown & dirty overall. definitely the worst accommodations I’ve booked through booking.com & will never do repeat or recommend. Pay at time of departure so you don’t get screwed.
4.0
Pleasant decor. Fridge and microwave. Lovely garden courtyard down below. Some units (not mine) had balconies with outdoor furniture.
*Noisy - heavy traffic and tenants on balconies. *I am 5'3".The bed was more than hip height and firm. I had to pull over the sitting chair to help get up on it; still challenging. *No A/C. *Floor blackened my feet!
7.0
Not the hotel fault but some guy was yelling few minutes at 3am.
7.0
Comfy bed, great wifi speeds (around 80 down, 10 up), good price, good location.
8.0
Location to our venues
Great value
7.0
Location. Value for money.
A little shabby.
8.0
Cleanliness
Missed flight so inever used first day but no refund of even 50%
1.0
I did not like my stay here at all because .....With no reason or cause the staff canceled or booking with booking.com on the basis that we were a no show while we were currently renting a room from them and now they had the police come to kick us out without cause or reason and will not accept payment for our stay even though it's a valid booking ..... I woke up this morning noticed a half a foot of snow covering the ground got up and went and helped shovel the snow all the way around the hotel we haven't been any problem we haven't caused them any issues and still even after that they would not accept payment for my valid booking the staff are harassing us and are being obnoxious and threatening us it's not a good place to stay
The attitude of staff and the lies they are constantly telling me
1.0
Nothing to like when your being lied to and harassed by staff
8.0
Admission and room service staff were friendly and respectful
There was no iron and electric kettle in room before we asked for those.
8.0
For the value they charge, Port-O-Call is a great place to stay. Always very clean, with helpful and and very friendly staff. I have stayed here several times and have always had a good experience with them.
The only thing that this time made a bit of a discomfort for me was the leaking of the bathroom ceiling. It wasn't much, only a few droplets and was taken care of in a timely manner. It didn't end up being a major concern.
10.0
Great stay and will definitely be back
5.0
the smoking/ relaxing table right outside our room door
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Nanaimo?
The average price for a rental in Nanaimo is $145 per night. This rental is $59 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Port-O-Call Inn. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Port-O-Call Inn pet friendly?
Yes! This motel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Port-O-Call Inn?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.
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