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The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
Motel with restaurant, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Garden
Exterior
Two Queen Room | Bed sheets
Two Queen Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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505 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC, V9S-4K1
  • Popular LocationDeparture Bay Ferry Terminal3 min drive
  • Popular LocationVancouver Island University5 min drive
  • AirportNanaimo, BC (YCD)14 min drive
  • Popular LocationDuke Point Ferry Terminal16 min drive

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Room options

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Bed sheets

Family Double Room

  • 286 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen Room | Bed sheets

Queen Room

8.8/10 Excellent
  • 251 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Queen Room | Bed sheets

Two Queen Room

7.9/10 Good
  • 251 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites is located within a mile (2 km) of Bastion and Old City Quarter. The 42 rooms at this motel include coffee makers and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 4 min drive
  • Vancouver Island University - 5 min drive
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome): 2-min drive, 1 mi/1.6 km<br /> Nanaimo, BC (YCD): 15-min drive, 9.5 mi/15.3 km<br /> Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base): 51-min drive, 35.6 mi/57.3 km<br /> Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base): 82-min drive, 36.9 mi/59.4 km<br /> <p>The preferred airport is Nanaimo, BC (YCD). </p>

Restaurants

  • White Sails Brewing - 13 min walk
  • McDonald's - 11 min walk
  • Milton Street Public House - 20 min walk
  • Tim Hortons - 14 min walk
  • Carlos O'Bryan pub - 18 min walk

About this property

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Motel with restaurant, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Guests staying at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
TVs come with cable channels. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and free toiletries.

Languages

English, Hungarian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • SUSHI MOMIJI Japanese Res

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Port-O-Call Inn Nanaimo
Port-O-Call Inn
Port-O-Call Nanaimo
The O Call & Suites Nanaimo
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Motel
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Nanaimo
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Motel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

As of May 29, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites on May 30, 2024 start from $87.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

This motel is located in Nanaimo, close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal. You'll also find Nanaimo Museum and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

No, there isn't parking at this motel.

Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites have a casino?

No, The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and ocean views.

Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites for a fee of CAD 20 per pet, per night.

Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

The closest major airport to The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites is Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is located 9.5 mi away (15-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites.

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 605 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 605 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 605 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 605 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 605 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel at a decent price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilmar

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Evelyn

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Counter service not friendly. Very abrupt when I questioned the price. No hair dryer in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was clean and it always has been. Staff are polite and helpful. Its very safe and quiet. I will always stay here on my visits to nanaimo
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
The stay was good. The room was clean . The only problem was that the fan in the washroom didn’t work and the main door to the room needed repair as it was hard to lock and open from the inside. I would recommend this stop.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was a very good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean. Staff were amazing and welcoming. I would highly recommend this hotel. I came from Victoria for a getaway and it was perfect. I was super impressed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

George

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for and a little less The woman at the he front desk wasn’t at all friendly. Very noisy and seems like most customers were smokers.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023