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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

Google (542) 4.0
Tripadvisor (253) 3.4
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Visitors frequently praise the Grand Hotel Nanaimo for its character, charm, and the kindness of its family-run staff. However, several guests have complained about outdated decor, uneven flooring, and issues with room bookings not matching what was reserved. Some also noted problems with cleanliness and non-functioning amenities.

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Address
4898 Rutherford Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6H5, Canada
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Phone
(250) 758-3000
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Website
www.thegrandhotelnanaimo.ca

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About this place The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo is a mainstream mid-range hotel on Rutherford Road in north Nanaimo, on Vancouver Island. It is listed as gay-friendly, not as a gay hotel. Rooms and suites are straightforward, some with fireplaces, and the hotel has a fusion restaurant-lounge and a separate whisky bar. Google reviews average 4.0 from about 540. The location is near the north-end shopping centres and the highway, so it suits drivers heading up-island; the downtown waterfront and ferry terminals are a 10 to 15-minute drive.

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Gay-friendly (straight venue) Card payments accepted Walk-ins welcome Reservation required WiFi Late night (after midnight) Year-round Gay-friendly (straight venue) Air conditioning

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4.0
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542 reviews

Based on 542 Google reviews.

Cheryl Redquest
Cheryl Redquest Jun 2026
★★★★★

Yesterday went for a meeting and lunch in the Crystal room. Beautiful room and great lunch.

Andrew Reed
Andrew Reed Jun 2026
★★★★★

Attended a tea at the Grand Hotel Nanaimo in honour of the birthday of the wonderful and amazing island legend Sherri Brubaker. First time visiting this Hotel, and I observed exceptional elegance and classiness all around. Great location too.

BJ White
BJ White Jun 2026
★★★★★

I enjoyed my stay, I will say some areas are getting worn but it is also well kept up. Quiet, easily accessible, lots of parking.

Sydney Baerg
Sydney Baerg Jun 2026
★★★★★
Nicole Cribby
Nicole Cribby May 2026
★★★☆☆
Philip Raymond Lim
Philip Raymond Lim May 2026
★★★★★

Stayed at Grand Hotel Nanaimo twice- a night and for two nights on the next. It was in an upgraded suite. Towels, bathrobe, comforter, love the carpet in the rooms and they are all so fresh. Sleep was very good. They had a complimentary coffee and a brewing machine which was a big bonus. I had the chance to have my breakfast and got the egg Bennie’s and man, they’re so good. Service was very friendly. From my experience, the room is great. They can probably do some upgrade on their furniture in the lobby as it was clearly degraded.

Don MacDonald
Don MacDonald May 2026
★★★★★

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Last updated on 26 October 2026

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