Diplomat Motel
333 Nicol Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Spacious for our family, comfortable beds and a working stove top”
“It was a good size with two separate room and beds, it's clean and warm”
“When I arrived at 2 am staff was exceptional”
“The staff, very helpful and responsive”
“It had 3 beds that were mostly clean”
“Clean and comfortable, with so many power points in all the rooms”
“The lady at reception was pleasant, good value budget accommodation, rooms were …”
“Price”
“Good location for getting to the ferry terminal the next morning”
Overview
Located 3 km from Vancouver Island University, this Nanaimo, British Columbia motel offers rooms and suites with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. A launderette is located on site. All rooms and suites at Diplomat Motel include a desk, a microwave and a refrigerator. Select suites offer a fully equipped kitchen and a dining area. A business centre with fax and photocopying services is offered at Motel Diplomat. BBQ facilities and vending machines featuring drinks are located on site. The Nanaimo Golf Club is 6 km from this motel. Casino Nanaimo is 10 minutes’ walk away.
Traveller reviews
Samuel
solo_traveller
June 15, 2026
“Overall relaxing”
The traffic noise sucks. Only because of location
Alex
family_with_children
June 12, 2026
“Tired room but convenient”
Good location for getting to the ferry terminal the next morning
Meier
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
“Pet friendly”
When I arrived at 2 am staff was exceptional
Thomas
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
“Meh”
Linens were alright.
Leah
solo_traveller
April 26, 2026
“Typical comfortable motel”
Spacious for our family, comfortable beds and a working stove top. Easy to access and the facilities worked. It was nice to see the ocean from the bedroom window and easy distance from the ferry.
Charles
family_with_children
March 29, 2026
“My stay at the Diplomat Motel, Nanaimo south.”
A short drive to Nanaimo-Vancouver Ferry terminal.
Aidan
extended_group
March 24, 2026
“Dirty rooms, stained sheets, dirty dishes.”
It had 3 beds that were mostly clean
Susser
solo_traveller
March 20, 2026
The staff, very helpful and responsive.. Tried hard to fix any problems I found.
Nicole
couple
March 4, 2026
Staff was accommodating and was very helpful in a last minute situation and was nice and hassle free
Little
family_with_children
March 3, 2026
“Absolutely awful”
Absolutely nothing Absolutely awful
Charlotte
family_with_children
March 2, 2026
“Stay in Nanaimo”
Clean and comfortable, with so many power points in all the rooms. The lady at reception was pleasant, good value budget accommodation, rooms were nice and quite big. Modern bathroom
stubley
couple
February 23, 2026
“Great two night stay.”
Despite the negative reviews we thought we would give it a try. It was a good size with two separate room and beds, it's clean and warm. Perfect for our two nights.
Chris
family_with_children
February 19, 2026
There was no hot water in the shower
Daniel
couple
February 18, 2026
“Lack of diplomacy at the diplomat.”
It's cheap . Was available.
Alvin
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
The beds were too soft. A/C was too loud.
Erna
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“adeq”
nice to have separate rooms. comfoetable beds
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family_with_children
December 12, 2025
The night manager. Friendly, interpretive chap.
Dorothy
couple
December 5, 2025
“Uncomfortable”
Nice room
Kulai
couple
October 13, 2025
Price
Brigitte M
couple
October 3, 2025
“Good value for money.”
Good value for money in Nanaimo. Pleasant staff at reception. Would recommend.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km)
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Parking
Parking on site, Parking, Free parking
Services
Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Ironing service, Room service, Laundry, Dry cleaning
Standard Queen Room
The unit offers 2 beds.
One-Bedroom Suite
This non-smoking suite includes a kitchen, 1 bedroom, and a living room. 2 cable TVs are provided.
Two-Bedroom Suite
This non-smoking suite offers a full kitchen, 2 flat-screen TV, a living room, and free Wi-Fi. 2 bedrooms are included.
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