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Best Western Northgate Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Nanaimo hotel

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A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.
A modern reception area with a marble counter, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
A Best Western hotel with a modern design, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, TV, and a patterned carpet.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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6450 Metral Drive, Nanaimo, BC, V9T2L8
  • Place, Woodgrove Shopping Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Departure Bay Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Vancouver Island University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, One Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, lamps, and a painting on the wall.

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Third Floor, Kitchenette, Work Desk

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, One Bedroom, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and two bedside lamps.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a painting, and a kitchen area.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a lamp.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 530 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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 - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Departure Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Vancouver Island University - 12 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Old City Quarter - 21 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thrifty Foods - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bodhi's Artisan Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woodgrove Centre Food Court - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬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.

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

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 Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Northgate Inn on Sep 7, 2026 start from $170, including 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. 670 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s a nice hotel, easy access and decent transport parking
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, friendly staff, safe location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rooms, excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean and new hotel, breakfast was good too, no pool but but a great hotel close to restaurants and the highway
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a good location. It’s an older property and in my opinion is way overpriced at $369 cdn per night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pillows are too soft and the bed is too stiff but overall its good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, comfortable beds, good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. The beds were uncomfortable and the room was overpriced for sure. But it wasn’t a bad stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All ways great friendly staff, and a wonderful breakfast. All so love the conditioner and pillows :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and our room is nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great,the whole property was clean and well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff was friendly, breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was really great and the room clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms breakfast a good start to travel day
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff was excellent. Nice to have pancakes and variety of bread inc white and gluten free, bacon/sausages/ham etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very nice, clean room, very good breakfast, cozy ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay, staff is very welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay at in Nanaimo. Feels safe, staff are courteous and the place is clean. No complaints here. Thanks :-)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights they served sausages 3 times and I’m sure they served some left over from previous day
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

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