Best Western Northgate Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Nanaimo hotel

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Exterior
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Reception
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
6450 Metral Drive, Nanaimo, BC, V9T2L8
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Long Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

In shopping district.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Woodgrove Shopping Centre and Landmark Cinemas Nanaimo. Long Lake and Westdale-Leslie Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Long Lake - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Departure Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 27 min drive - 20.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Today - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Best Western Northgate Inn

Enjoy free breakfast at this Nanaimo hotel
Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is available daily. A fitness center, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at Best Western Northgate Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Nanaimo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1986
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Northgate Inn offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Northgate Inn to the airport?

Best Western Northgate Inn is 9 mi (16-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Northgate Inn?

As of Jun 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Northgate Inn on Jun 12, 2025 start from $211.07, 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.

Does Best Western Northgate Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Northgate Inn.

How close is Best Western Northgate Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 4.9 mi (12-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach and 12.9 mi (19-min drive) from Rathtrevor Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Northgate Inn offer free breakfast?

Best Western Northgate Inn offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Best Western Northgate Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Nanaimo (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Northgate Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Best Western Northgate Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Northgate Inn have a pool?

Best Western Northgate Inn does not have a pool.

Does Best Western Northgate Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Northgate Inn to downtown Nanaimo?

Best Western Northgate Inn is 6.5 mi away from Nanaimo.

Best Western Northgate Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 654 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location

The room featuring a jacuzzi tub was a pleasant bonus, and the hotel's location was excellent, with everything one might need in close proximity. However, we found garbage and loose candy (Skittles) in the nightstand drawers, which was concerning. Additionally, the safe was locked and could not be reset. While we did not contact the front desk for assistance, as we did not need to secure any valuables, this did raise concerns about whether housekeeping was adhering to their checklists and verifying that the safe had been emptied. Despite these issues, I would consider staying here again due to the prime location and the added benefit of the jacuzzi tub.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 star hotel

I always go here for my stays in Nanaimo. Was amazing. Staff very accommodating and welcoming. Breakfast was amazing all star 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sean, CALEDONIA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfasts, friendly staff but a car is required.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Eat
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some noise from the main road
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Excellent

It was amazing and staff is friendly I will visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel C C

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Comfortable place to stay.

We stayed 1 night. Room was clean and check-in was easy. However, the lighted panel on the airconditioning unit (showing the temperarure in big numbers) was too bright and it lighted up the whole room in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Black out drapes were amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, staff was very friendly and attentive! Free breakfast and fitness room were both great as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Justus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean facility, nicely updated, and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

terry

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

YURY

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

shayan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay at the Best Western Northgate in Nanaimo. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable visit. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring a smooth and pleasant experience. The location is convenient, close to shopping, dining, and major attractions. The complimentary breakfast was fresh and offered a great variety. I highly recommend this hotel for its outstanding service and value!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast included with a very well kept, clean property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Chanthou

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024