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Castaway Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo

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Castaway Motel

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Mountain view
Property entrance
Standard Queen Room | Desk, free WiFi
Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels
Front of property

Overview of Castaway Motel

Reviews
5.4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
205 N. Terminal Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4J4
  • Popular LocationDeparture Bay Ferry Terminal4 min drive
  • Popular LocationVancouver Island University4 min drive
  • AirportNanaimo, BC (YCD)14 min drive
  • Popular LocationDuke Point Ferry Terminal16 min drive

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per night
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
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About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

In Nanaimo .You'll find Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Old City Quarter within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Bastion and Nanaimo Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • White Sails Brewing - 10 min walk
  • McDonald's - 16 min walk
  • Milton Street Public House - 17 min walk
  • Tim Hortons - 11 min walk
  • Old City Station Pub - 15 min walk

About this property

Castaway Motel

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo
WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nanaimo motel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Smoking in designated areas
Castaway Motel offers 23 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators and microwaves.

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).

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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, 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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Castaway Motel to the airport?

Castaway Motel is 0.8 mi (2-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Castaway Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Castaway Motel.

How close is Castaway Motel to the beach?

This motel is 2.5 mi (5-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach.

Does Castaway Motel offer free breakfast?

Castaway Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Castaway Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Casino Nanaimo (2-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Castaway Motel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Castaway Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Castaway Motel have a pool?

Castaway Motel does not have a pool.

Does Castaway Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Castaway Motel to downtown Nanaimo?

Castaway Motel is 0.7 mi away from Nanaimo.

Castaway Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.4
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

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Mary

Traveled with partner
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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

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

2/10 Terrible

Doug, naniamo british columbia

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

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

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not bad.
Not bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Dewey, Surrey

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

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

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