Kick The Chaos

Nanaimo is your space to thrive.

Elbow Room?

Plenty of it.

When the big city cranks up the chaos, Nanaimo turns on the calm.

Just across the water from Vancouver lies a coastal city where fresh air drowns out the noise, getting around takes minutes (not patience), and personal space isn’t a luxury, it’s the norm.

While the mainland gears up for a summer of packed crowds and peak excitement, Nanaimo quietly offers the better option: space to stretch out, slow down, and actually enjoy your getaway.

Arrive fast. Unwind faster. In two shakes of a whale’s tail, you’re officially off hustle duty.

Escaping the city is easy. Staying awhile is even better.

In Nanaimo, places to stay come with ocean air, quieter mornings, and views that make you forget what rush hour even looks like. Whether you’re waking up by the harbour or tucked near the forest, the hardest decision is whether to head out exploring or linger a little longer.

Check in. Breathe out. Your Nanaimo escape starts the moment you drop your bags.

Check-In to Calm at the Coast Bastion

At the Coast Bastion Hotel, ocean views, coastal charm, and a relaxed waterfront setting make it easy to slow down and unwind in the heart of Nanaimo.

Waterfront Peace at the Dorchester

Stay in the heart of Nanaimo and enjoy a peaceful getaway just steps from the waterfront at the Best Western Dorchester Hotel — with an exclusive 12% off BAR rate for your stay using code Nanaimo.

Lakefront stay?

Escape to Inn on Long Lake and save on stays between June 6 and July 18.

Stay a While

From cozy forest-side stays to comfortable city hotels, Nanaimo has the perfect place to land after a day of exploring.

Looking to stay the full day?

Hullo Ferries is offering additional and late-night sailings — so you can linger longer, explore more, and skip the rush back.

Harbour Air Can Get You There

Skip the traffic and touch down in Nanaimo in about 20 minutes. With up to 14 daily flights from two Vancouver locations, getting here is easier than ever.

Rockstar status?

Touch down in Nanaimo in under 20 minutes from Vancouver. Now that’s an entrance.

Scenic route?

Let’s be real, they’re all scenic. But Seair Seaplanes is flying more frequently to help you make that last-minute escape you’ve been dreaming about.

No Car?

No problem. Budget’s got the wheels and a discount code to keep your Nanaimo adventure rolling.

The Classic Coastal Crossing

Reliable sailings, scenic crossings, and no rush required. BC Ferries makes the journey part of the getaway.

Trade Noise for Nature.

Swap traffic for trails, crowds for coastline, and stress for salty air. Nanaimo has the better plan.

Ditch the Hustle. We’ve made your plans.

Scenic routes, crowd-free stops, and zero fluff. Your Nanaimo getaway just got a whole lot easier.

Meet the Neighbours.

Saysutshun’s rich history and wild landscapes. Gabriola Island’s artsy soul. Protection Island’s floating pub fare. The Nanaimo Region understood the assignment.

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