Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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11 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R6E4
  • Place, Bastion
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Old City Quarter
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View (Coast Premium King with Ocean View)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Coast King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Coast Two Queens)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(91 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

City center stay.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Bastion and Vancouver Island Military Museum. Nanaimo Museum and Casino Nanaimo are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bastion - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casino Nanaimo - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nanaimo Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old City Quarter - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brix & Mortar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mrs. Riches - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old City Station Pub - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness center, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Coast Bastion Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Nanaimo hotel is smoke free.

  • 179 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Coast Bastion Hotel offers 179 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CAD 9 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 15 for adults and CAD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

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 (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 15 for adults and CAD 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: CAD 9.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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; 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Coast Bastion Hotel Nanaimo
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Coast Bastion Hotel to the airport?

Coast Bastion Hotel is 0.1 mi (1-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 Coast Bastion Hotel?

As of Nov 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coast Bastion Hotel on Dec 7, 2025 start from $126.53, 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 Coast Bastion Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Coast Bastion Hotel.

How close is Coast Bastion Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.3 mi (9-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach.

Does Coast Bastion Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Coast Bastion Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of CAD 15 for adults and CAD 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Coast Bastion Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Nanaimo (4-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Coast Bastion Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Coast Bastion Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 9.00 per day.

Does Coast Bastion Hotel have a pool?

Coast Bastion Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Coast Bastion Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Coast Bastion Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Coast Bastion Hotel to downtown Nanaimo?

Coast Bastion Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Nanaimo.

Coast Bastion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1052 out of 1491 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1491 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1491 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1491 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1491 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the friendly staff so much that we will be returning on 8/30/25. We changed our itinerary to stay there an additional night and shortened our stay in Vancouver.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halina

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

Nanaimo stay

The hotel is very good. Nice big room. Very clean. Very good food and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Katrinka

The balcony and view is not what is advertised. You can’t step out onto the balcony. Rooms are smaller than average hotel rooms. Bathroom had a damp smell from fan not working. It wasn’t pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

ZHI RONG

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
bad
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet-friendly, clean, nice staff, convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qing

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

6/10 Okay

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, petaluma

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the waterfront and very close to restaurants and shops. Comfortable rooms and very dog friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

CHENGNAN

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Service Quality needs to improve. 1) The room was not cleaned at all when I checked-in and entered the room the first time. Used towels, garbage, messy bed, etc. 2) The staff at the front desk during check in repeatedly said “hello my flend” to me. Lacked professionalism.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

darren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MohammadHossein, Richmond

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie, Austin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff (front desk, restaurant, housekeeping) were aware that we were there for my partner to rest and recover from a light stroke after released from the local hospital. It was my birthday during our stay, and front desk sent up a plate of Nanaimo bars for my bday; the kitchen knew he wasn't eating and made special effort to send up scrambled egg and ice cream for breakfast his first day; housekeeping asked me each day when he would be out for return testing at hospital and cleaned our room while he was gone so she wouldn't disturb his napping. I was stunned by such kind, thoughtful personal attention we received. My partner was able to sleep throughout the day and enjoyed the gorgeous harbor view, watching the seaplanes, water taxis and yachts come and go whenever he awoke. This was a medical emergency/resort recovery experience, and we are deeply grateful for the caring service we received.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

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

Snow Bird Pilots

The staff were amazing efficient and friendly. I booked 2 rooms for my wife and I and my sons family for 4 nights. My grandchildren ( 4 yrs and 6 yrs enjoyed entertaining the snow bird pilots (canadian air force aerobatic team stayed at this hotel while riding the elevators and chatting in the lobby. The restaurant had excellent tasting and quality food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Customer service was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best Pet friendly hotel we have stayed at in a while! Great Location, Highly Recommend Staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mariko

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Although it was a pet friendly hotel, there was no bed for a dog, or small treats for welcome, which I've got at different hotels. Also it was too bad that there was no room service, especially sround this busy seasoon, so we couldn't get anything after the long trip and late night arrival. At the chexk-out, there was no specific instruction about how to get out from the parkade, so it was a bit confusing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view. Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025