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Castaway Motel

2.0 star property

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Standard Queen Room | Desk, free WiFi
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, free WiFi
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, free WiFi
Hair dryer, towels

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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205 N. Terminal Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4J4
  • Place, Maffeo Sutton Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bastion
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Old City Quarter
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪14 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

Located in Central Nanaimo within a short walk of Maffeo Sutton Park, Castaway Motel is within a mile (2 km) of Old City Quarter. Each of the 23 rooms at this motel includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Maffeo Sutton Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bastion - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Old City Quarter - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Casino Nanaimo - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nanaimo Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Danpung Momiji - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Milton Street Public House - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Castaway Motel

Guests of Castaway Motel have access to free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive.
Guests can expect free WiFi and cable TV. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
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
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Castaway Motel?

This motel is situated in Central Nanaimo within a short 8-minute walk of Maffeo Sutton Park and also 15 minutes on foot from Old City Quarter. You'll also find Bastion and Nanaimo Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Castaway Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Castaway Motel include a casino at the property?

No, Castaway Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Castaway Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Castaway Motel?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include a kitchenette in each guestroom and some featuring ocean view.

Does Castaway Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Castaway Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Castaway Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Castaway Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at Castaway Motel.

Does Castaway Motel have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Castaway Motel?

The closest major airport to Castaway Motel 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 (16-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Castaway Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean and city views.

Castaway Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 34 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ned

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Godt til prisen i området. Uharmonisk, slidt, men rent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Doug

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

2017 Roadtrip

Rooms smelt musty. Bathroom could have been cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not bad.

Not bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dewey

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Debbie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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 Okay

Alvin

Liked: Room comfort
it's a nice place to stay over night
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Inexpensive but very very clean

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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 Terrible

Joan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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 Okay

Verified traveler

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 Good

Cheryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good.

It was good.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

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 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 Terrible

Leah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 Good

Viatlii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and quiet motel

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

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.