Name: The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Address: 4898 Rutherford Road, Nanaimo, Canada, Nanaimo, British Columbia, CA
Price range: $116–$202 per night
Rating: 8.07

What guests think

At The Grand Hotel Nanaimo, travelers consistently find spacious rooms, friendly service, classic decor and a generally quiet setting, while several also note dated interiors and uneven or lumpy floors in places.

Guests often praise the whiskey bar and dinner quality, as well as secure underground parking. Common frustrations include the lack of breakfast, limited or closed restaurant and bar hours, a closed pool, and frequently nonworking jetted tubs or other in-room features. The location suits drivers with easy access to shopping, trails and the ferry, though walkability and nearby dining can be limited. Expect a characterful stay with good value but inconsistent amenities.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

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Facilities

The whiskey bar and dinner earn praise when open, and many appreciate the secure or underground parking. Breakfast is typically unavailable, restaurant/bar hours are limited or closed some days, the pool is closed/no longer available, and the gym is very basic.

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10

John

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable clean hotel with a fine restaurant and pleasant grounds. Only concern is that no breakfast is available and nothing of quality within walking distance of the hotel.

6

Silvia

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ok but no restaurant on weekdays

6

Robert

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I like the location for the places I wanted to visit. I had looked up for a stay with a pool and it has said that this hotel has a year around indoor pool which was a reason I chose it, however when I inquired at the from desk it did not have a pool

10

Becky

Dec 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We like the underground parking

10

craig

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Limited bar/dining amenities.

8

Cassandra

Feb 8, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable, clean room and affordable. Only downside is that each time we’ve stayed here the restaurant is never available to guests.

8

IRENE

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It has olde world charm and the staff were friendly and helpful. The main problem was the lack of breakfast service. There was no indication online that breakfast had ceased being served after covid. Suggesting Macdonald's is a very poor substitute for the aroma of bacon, eggs and fresh toast being prepared. On line, even The Grand Hotel omelets were recommended! Ceasing breakfast service was a very poor decision! Dinner, however, was very enjoyable

10

Brian

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The whiskey bar is incredible and the food is excellent.

4

Ken

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pictures are much better than the rooms. The gym is not at all a gym. Old stationary bike and tred mile. Not machines. I small rack of bumbles to 20lbs.

8

Jack

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel staff was very polite and helpful. Inconvenient to have to ice at the front desk. Coffee was not warm either. Room was nice. Hotel is a bit dated. Pool hasn't been open for years

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Cleanliness

Many guests describe rooms as clean and comfortable, but several report issues such as musty odors, stained or worn carpets, hair in bathrooms, spiders/silverfish, or missed housekeeping.

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Thomas

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Hallways & rooms smelled musty, maybe the carpets. The carpet in our room was lumpy like there was gravel under it when walking around. Went to go for breakfast, nothing here. Managed to find coffee in lobby. It was like a ghost town in the lobby at 10am. No music, kind of dark & dreary. Felt like the place was closed. Wife found spiders on bed….

2

Jasvinder

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Its at a convenient location. The surrounding area is clean but the rooms have stained and dirty carpets which are smelly. No water filter. The hallways smell a lot. The underground parking lot is dirty.

10

Stephen

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and quiet. Check-in and check out were fast and easy. Secure parking is a huge plus especially in bad weather. I have stayed here many times and it's always low cost and quiet, so easy to sleep.

6

Ezra

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The first room we were given smelled strongly of cigar smoke. The replacement room was better but the air was stale. Fortunately there are opening windows which saved the day. Clean was average but the bed was very soft. All in all the place, especially the bed could do with a refresh. Nevertheless, I would go back because of the price and the lovely Scotch bar.

10

Randall

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great hotel for us. Quiet, clean, spacious room.

4

Al

Nov 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The floor of the was uneven and falling apart. There were craters in the floor which caused tripping in the dark. Also the room was not cleaned nor was bed made after first night.

10

Andrew

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfortable. Very friendly staff

6

Jared

Feb 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The floor was very uneven under the carpet and the elevator was filthy

4

Michael

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Bathroom had hair on the shower walls upon check in. The whole room smelled like Grandma's bsmt. Carpets need torn out. It's just time for an update. Whoever owns the hotel is stuck in the early 90's and it just is in bad need of an update. The furniture, like the couch, on the sitting area is so old. We changed hotels after a night

10

Chelsea

Sep 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and spacious. The staff were helpful and kind. There’s a beautiful garden out back with figs, grapes, and much more. This place is a special find with wonderful character. I can’t wait to go back!

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious, quiet and comfortable, but the decor is dated and many mention uneven or lumpy floors. Several report in-room features not working (e.g., jetted tubs, fireplaces or AC), and a few note soft beds or some road noise.

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Heather

Feb 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Floor in rooms was very lumpy, like the underpad is full of holes. But hotel was clean and front desk staff was friendly

8

Bruce

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Charming hotel with wonderful decor - nice large rooms - quiet, and excellent location for our purposes. Beds on the soft side (not my preference).

8

Linda

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean. Towels in the bathroom were fluffy. It was a quiet location. The decor in the lobby was rather dated, but not objectionable. The only odd thing was the floor in the room, it was very lumpy under the carpet; with dips and hills that were noticeable when you walked from one side of the room to the other.

10

Annely

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed our night , it’s a bit noisy from the road near by, but it was nice to have a balcony and everyone we encountered was friendly

8

Manuel

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It is an older hotel, but the rooms were very spacious and we did not hear any neighbours beside us, which was nice. We appreciated the refrigerator and the toiletries provided. It was nice to have parking included as well.

8

Lindsay

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The carpet was lumpy

8

Stace

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo had a dated rooms but also an old cozy feel to the hotel. The shower pressure was fantastic although the shower curtain has a tendency to be your buddy. My room faced the out front which also gave me the opportunity to keep an eye on my rental car and I did have a balcony which was kind of nice, but was rarely used.

2

Stuart

Jun 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Paid $270 for a suite for the night and the air-condition in bedroom did not work the microwave did not work the jets in the soaker tub did not work. I complained they sent maintenance and did not fix air con. When i asked in morning about soaker tub jets not working they told me none of the soaker rubs work ?? Should i not have been told that ?

4

Ross

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room. Hotel very out of date. Cracked tile in bathroom. Floors are terrible. Carpet is 30 years old and totally wrecked - backing appears to have cone off and bunched up causing very uncomfortable and uneven walking. Do not take off your shoes. Tacky front entrance. Needs a major update - probably all original when built in late 90s

8

Gillian

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I have stayed here a couple times and been satisfied each time! The rooms are a little dated, and the jets in the jacuzzi tub are broken, other than that the rooms are clean enough this last stay the room wasn't as clean as the previous time (dirty carpet, hair in the shower). We went and tried the whiskey bar, which had an amazing selection, and very knowledgeable staff, but be warmed there is no AC and no fans, and on a 28° day, it was so stuffy we ended up leaving due to the heat (even though we would have loved to stay longer).

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly, helpful and efficient, with quick check-ins and support when issues arise. A few reviews cite rudeness, poor communication during an alarm, or limited staffing at times.

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4

Jay

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The night shift person on duty at the hotel front desk was so rude.

10

Nick

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a great time. Amazing customer service all around. Isabella stood out, there customer service was next level to the point were i let them know how awesome it was. Thanks everyone.

10

Mario

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything about the hotel was first class from the front desk to the chamber maid, I had a wonderful stay.

8

Susanne

Feb 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I have stayed at this hotel several times over the past few years. It is always very clean and the staff are friendly and helpful.

10

Rick

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff, quick check in, very quiet

4

German

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Fire alarm went off around midnight. There was NO staff at all to direct the hotel guest. Hotel guest had to call the local fire department. Hotel guest were standing outside for at least 20 minutes without any information. In the end the fire fighter told me it was a faulty board that triggered the alarm. This Hotel was run down and outdated. The elevator door had a hard time closing. I had to hold the close button to get it to fully close. I would NOT recommend this Hotel.

10

Brook

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a unfortunate sick night and tge staff came to the rescue quickly. Thank you for the help!

10

Teofila

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice, clean and spacious room . The front desk Eric is friendly and lots of patience to wait and check us in at 2:15 am . Highly recommended hotel to stay in Nanaimo.

10

Thomas

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I appreciated the friendly staff, quiet comfortable rooms, and free gated self parking. I also loved the location for its ease to get to and the hotel was exceptionalsellerally ckean.

4

Aaron

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had booked for 4, the sofa for our children was a jack knife couch that had ot been vacuumed, so it was full of crumbs for them to sleep on, they had been given 1 pillow and a felt blanket. We asked the front desk to have the bed vacuumed and they said they would bring sheets up and would make up the bed. When we returned the sheets had been dropped off and the bed had not been vacuumed. We went down to the front desk and told the desk. They were concerned they would have to leave the desk unattended, but did find a vacuum to clean the sofa, we had to make up the bed. I called to ask if the TV had access to Netflix, the person laughed and said of course not. It says on hotels.com thereis a relaxing pool, but it was locked up and empty. We got an air matress for the 10 year old to sleep on because the sofa does not fit 2 people. I asked how to turn on the jacuzzi tub, the desk told me none of them are functioning in the hotel. They did let us check in early and waved the fee. Front desk evening woman was very nice...but all alone. The room aside from all that was nice, but not worth the $380ish we were charged on the website.

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Location

Convenient for drivers, near shopping, trails and the ferry, and typically quiet and safe. Several note limited walkability and fewer dining options within easy walking distance.

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8

Kim

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location

10

Georgiia

Feb 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is very comfortable and very close to where we visit.

8

Edgar

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Close to everything, especially the Ferry Terminal

10

Cameron

Jan 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very interesting hotel, like the name "Grand" would suggest. Nicer area than most in Nanaimo also!

10

Henry Chit Ping

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not much around within walking distance really. Just a good place to stay. Highly recommended

10

Kevin

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location, central to a lot of Nanaimo. A little away from the noise of the highway, but close enough for easy access. Nanaimo North Mall very close with lots of restaurants too. Nice little balcony to enjoy a coffee on in the morning.

10

Jeannine

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice old hotel. Good location.

8

Sarah M

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel is a nice hotel in a good location where you can easily walk around the nearby lake, or explore Nanaimo. It's an older hotel so it is dated, but the price is reasonable and the place is well cared for. The outdoor garden is delightful and a great place to relax or work!

10

Mark

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a very nice hotel in a convenient location. We like to e-bike and the hotel is a half kilometer from two bike trails that parallel highways 19 and 19A. We biked the N&L Trail, Nanaimo Parkway Trail and a few connector trails, about 45 km. There are plenty of places to eat within a lm of the hotel. The staff even provided a safe place to store our bikes overnight. It was so nice and convenient we stayed 3 nights. It’s also close to the ferry terminal for the ferry to Horseshoe Bay.

8

Beatrice

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Grand Hotel is a beautiful and clean building with friendly staff that I would stay at again. However I would have preferred if the room stocked tea as well as coffee, for non-coffee drinkers. Also, I would not recommend visiting this hotel unless you are driving as the walkability is really poor.

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Dining

Dinner and the whiskey bar receive strong praise when open. However, breakfast is usually not offered and hours can be limited or closed on some days, with no late-night food.

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10

John

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable clean hotel with a fine restaurant and pleasant grounds. Only concern is that no breakfast is available and nothing of quality within walking distance of the hotel.

6

Silvia

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ok but no restaurant on weekdays

10

Christine

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious room. Staff were quick to help when TV remote was missing. The dining room food and service was amazing! The British memorabilia in the lobby was wonderful. The hotel lived up to its name - Grand!

10

craig

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Limited bar/dining amenities.

8

Donalda

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No food available after 9

8

IRENE

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It has olde world charm and the staff were friendly and helpful. The main problem was the lack of breakfast service. There was no indication online that breakfast had ceased being served after covid. Suggesting Macdonald's is a very poor substitute for the aroma of bacon, eggs and fresh toast being prepared. On line, even The Grand Hotel omelets were recommended! Ceasing breakfast service was a very poor decision! Dinner, however, was very enjoyable

10

Brian

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The whiskey bar is incredible and the food is excellent.

8

Sandra

Nov 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location is great. No food service at all .

10

David

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great old school vibe to this hotel. It's not really that old but has a European feel to it. Killer Whiskey bar. The restaurant is also fantastic for dinner.

8

Anders

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very helpful frontdesk personnel as well as in the restaurant. We arrived in the last minutes of the restaurants opening hours, but they managed to give us a table and a good dinner. BTW :Their selection of whisky is above and beyond anything we have seen before.

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Month	Average price
January	$92
February	$99
March	$109
April	$103
May	$114
June	$129
July	$160
August	$186
September	$124
October	$102
November	$100
December	$94

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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13	14	15	16	17 $163	18 $163	19 $202
20 $145	21 $145	22 $145	23 $141	24 $145	25 $146	26 $178
27 $146	28 $147	29 $149	30 $146

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $122	2 $125	3 $122
4 $122	5 $116	6 $122	7 $124	8 $124	9 $122	10 $122
11 $122	12 $127	13 $122	14 $122	15 $122	16 $122	17 $124
18 $118	19 $117	20	21	22 $117	23 $117	24 $128
25 $117	26 $117	27 $117	28 $117	29 $117	30 $117	31 $117

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About this property

Location

Room options

Club Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Club Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Maple)

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Very good

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