Buccaneer Inn

2.5 star property

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A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A wooden sign for The Buccaneer Inn with a clear view of the surrounding landscape and a road in the background.
A neatly made bed with white linens and striped pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a textured wall and a framed picture above the bed.
Seaview Cottage | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
A reception area with a sign reading "Welcome to The Buccaneer Inn," a reception desk, a framed map on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is $127
$109 nightly
$127 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

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1577 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4E3
  • Place, Beach Estates Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Maffeo Sutton Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Globe Live Studio
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Seaside One-Bedroom Double Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Seaview One-Bedroom Queen Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Seaview One-Bedroom King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio Queen Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 130 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Seaview Cottage

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Seaview Cottage

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

A stay at Buccaneer Inn places you in the heart of Nanaimo, within a 15-minute walk of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Beach Estates Park. .This motel is 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Duke Point Ferry Terminal and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park.

What's nearby

  • Beach Estates Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Maffeo Sutton Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Globe Live Studio - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Old City Quarter - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Vancouver Island University - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drip Coffee | Social - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Danpung Momiji - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Off The Hook - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchens offer microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include designer toiletries and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 14 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Kitchens are outfitted with ovens and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and fans, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this motel include concierge services, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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
Property Registration Number 110627

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Buccaneer Inn
Buccaneer Inn Nanaimo
Buccaneer Nanaimo
Buccaneer Hotel Nanaimo
Buccaneer Motel Nanaimo
Buccaneer Motel Nanaimo
Buccaneer Inn Motel
Buccaneer Inn Nanaimo
Buccaneer Inn Motel Nanaimo

Buccaneer Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 608 out of 977 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 977 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 977 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 977 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 977 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady ay check in was very professiomnal!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Clean and a handy location to the Nanaimo area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The amenities were well thought out, and the room even had creamer for your coffee in the mini-refrigerator. The bathroom and kitchen area was exceptionally clean. I very much enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location from the ferry was excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful. My room had everything that was needed for a comfortable stay. Look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Accommodating and friendly staff. Limited amenities available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the cottage was great. Loved the spacious 3 bedrooms. Living room was big and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a good convenient property close to ferry - very clean and comfortable and warm
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Art

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking is tight. A bit moisy overnight. Convenient location for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive and convenient place to stay in Nanaimo
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great room was basic but clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, nice convient location, close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy parking, quiet, lovely view, offered to help with luggage, allowed early checkin. Just lovely overall.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ding

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds and towels were excellent. Great facilities in room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant day service was very good. The room was very clean easy checked in easy checkout will highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Avery

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was inviting when you walk in. Oceanic theme which ties in nicely to being by the harbour. Dishes could be updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Pretty views of the ocean and super clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff is nice and the room is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean with thoughtful inclusion of amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Muntasir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place with a convenient location. Budget friendly as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025