Castaway Motel

Motel within easy reach of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Located near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Castaway Motel offers the essentials for a comfortable stay. Connect to WiFi and enjoy convenient parking.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Feel at home (4)

  • Kitchenette
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking

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About the neighborhood

Map
205 N. Terminal Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4J4

What's nearby

  • Bastion - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old City Quarter - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.2 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) - 51 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 82 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 173 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Danpung Momiji - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chick To Sea Express - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Castaway Motel

Castaway Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 23 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

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 accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Castaway Motel
Castaway Motel Nanaimo
Castaway Nanaimo
Castaway Motel Motel
Castaway Motel Nanaimo
Castaway Motel Motel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Castaway Motel?

Yes, pets are welcome. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Castaway Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Castaway Motel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Castaway Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (19-min walk) is nearby.

Does Castaway Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

What's the area around Castaway Motel like?

Castaway Motel is a short 8-minute walk from Maffeo Sutton Park and 15 minutes' walk from Old City Quarter.

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Castaway Motel Reviews

5.6

6.4

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

6.6

Staff & service

5.2

Property conditions & facilities
Verified

8/10 Very good

Okay right now

It was an older motel that was in the process of remodeling and was lacking some of the furniture. I asked the manager for a microwave and he loaned his. He has only been there 2 1/2 months and working hard to improve the place.
Ned, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Room(s) were very bare. Just a bed. No electrical outlets except for the TV, and microwave. The one bedroom had one, and it didn’t work. Maybe under construction, but very lacking!!
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The room needed a lot of work. The bathroom floor was dirty, the shower taps were loose, and it was obvious that the owners had not spent any money on the motel for decades. The photo suggests that it is old but reasonably well cared for, but this is deceptive.
Nancy, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Godt til prisen i området. Uharmonisk, slidt, men rent.
Gitte, 2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Run down and unsafe

Mold in bathroom No hot water can’t shower Rough neighbourhood Wifi doesn’t work Needs to be totally renovated Poor value for money paid Clerk was friendly, clean sheets and nothing negative towards her. Avoid it.
Doug, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

2017 Roadtrip

Rooms smelt musty. Bathroom could have been cleaner.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Not bad.

Not bad.
Roberto, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

this motel is easy to find. but cars noise effect

this motel is easy to find. but cars noise effect my sleep overnight. only make the cup of coffee but not tea.
Dewey, 2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Filthy...

We did not have any idea that a hotel could be so bad. When we were checked in, that place had too much smoke smell. We stayed here just for one night. The room and the washroom had intolerable bad smell (like dead rat). In washroom there were no hot water supply. No toiletries. We used our own sleeping bag for sleeping due to unhygienic environment. We were waiting for the sunrise so that we can leave this filthy room as soon as possible. This hotel listing must be removed from the Expedia.
1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

terrible bugs

The room itself is good. But there are some terrible bugs which could bite you when you are sleeping can cause itch for days.
2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Crooks!! Didn't answer door and gave no refu

We booked with hotels.com we arrived at about 2am and no one there. they did not answer the phone or door bell.We could here their phone ringing through the glass door. Called hotels.com who tried to call with no answer. They did not provide us this service at all and refuse to give us a refund. They are crooks. NO ONE should ever ever stay here! I will probably never use hotels.com either someone needs to be held responsible if they don't provide you the service. Very very disappointed in how they can rip people off.
Verified

6/10 Good

Cheap room

Room was ok... Privacy was an issue as when u open the door anybody outside can see who is on the bed. Bed very squeaky. Overall the room was clean and bed comfortable.
Verified

6/10 Good

it's a nice place to stay over night
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Inexpensive but very very clean

I would definitely go back. For the price, excellent. Extremely clean.
Verified

6/10 Good

First time there was good .

Found this place very affordable and clean . Will be back here again next time I need a hotel in this immediate area .
Verified

2/10 Poor

Take a pass on this place

There was a mouse in the bathtub. Someone had done repairs in the bathroom, painted or caulked over the bad job and now there is grime in the lousy repair.
Verified

6/10 Good

Weekend getaway

Great if you are not in the room too much. The bed was comfortable but the couch not as much. It was the perfect location for us near the ferry terminal and the disc golf course.
Verified

8/10 Very good

We stayed for 5 days while waiting to move into our house. It was clean. Management was very friendly and helpful. The suite was older but had fridge,microwave and coffee maker.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good.

It was good.
Verified

6/10 Good

Value stop, conveniently placed.

Cheaper motel in an older section of town, right on the road. It is definitely old, a bit run down but everything was clean and it worked. The bed was good enough to sleep upon but the couch hurt my back to sit on for more than five minutes.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good Value

Clean, comfortable and basic. The rooms had everything you need, and the couple at the front desk were nice and helpful. Easy walk to downtown.
Verified

8/10 Very good

良かった

フレンドリーな番頭さん。 部屋も広い。 古いが問題なし。 隣のレストラン（ギリシャ料理＋ピザ）も最高。 場所も大通り沿い。
Verified

2/10 Poor

Will never comeback

Bed is uncomfortable. The place is smelly. Microwave is dirty. Front desk doesn't know anything about hospitality industry. Place are rusty. Will never come back
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean and quiet motel

Pretty clean and quiet motel. Lived there for three days, towels and accessories were replaced daily.
Verified

4/10 Fair

Hotel is close to everything

They are trying to up grade but they should complete one thing before staring another. Didn't clean my room daily.