Best Western Northgate Inn
6450 Metral Dr, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9T 2L8 Canada
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#3 of 17 hotels in Nanaimo
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Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
Best Western Northgate Inn is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Nanaimo, offering many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and you can stay connected during your stay as Best Western Northgate Inn offers guests free wifi.
The hotel features 24 hour front desk, newspaper, and baggage storage. Plus, Nanaimo Best Western offers a fitness center and free breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available.
If you are looking for a good pub, you may want to check out Longwood Brew Pub & Restaurant, Kat's Pub & Grill, or The Black Bear Pub Nanaimo while staying at Nanaimo Best Western.
Should time allow, Nanaimo Museum and Vancouver Island Military Museum are some popular history museums that are relatively easy to get to.
Enjoy your stay in Nanaimo!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Kids stay free
Business Centre with Internet Access
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Parking
Wifi
Breakfast available
Vending machine
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Safe
Microwave
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Telephone
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English
Location
6450 Metral Dr, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9T 2L8 Canada
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, the room was clean and modern, and the breakfast was great! The location was very convenient when it came to dining and shopping options. The only thing we wished the property had was EV charging.
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Lots of parking and a modern, clean hotel. Housekeeping is by request only. We were there for 2 nights so we simply asked for additional towels at the front desk. Microwave in the room was unexpected but turned out to be handy as we brought back baked items that were best warm! The hotel is nowhere near downtown. We were using the hotel as a jumping-off for points beyond Nanaimo so it worked out fine but if you are looking for a place that allows you to easily explore the historic downtown, this isn't it. Lots of pillow choices on the bed but I didn't strike gold!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip:Â Housekeeping is by request only. Lots of parking.
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We enjoyed staying at this hotel for many reasons.
The staff has always been great and the location is ideal for us.
Clean comfortable and quiet rooms every time.
The included breakfast is a fast and easy way to start our day.
My spouse has some food allergies and is able to enjoy breakfast here.
The value at the hotel is good. I gave it a 4/5 because I am always going to want a better deal
The staff has always been great and the location is ideal for us.
Clean comfortable and quiet rooms every time.
The included breakfast is a fast and easy way to start our day.
My spouse has some food allergies and is able to enjoy breakfast here.
The value at the hotel is good. I gave it a 4/5 because I am always going to want a better deal
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
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Please watch if you book thru the app this hotel charged me for my full stay as soon as I booked weeks in advance of stay and when I asked for a check out one day shorter than booked they would not credit me for the day. Stayed 9 days instead of ten. Other than this the hotel was clean and would have stayed again on future work / pleasure trips
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
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An older Hotel that has had a lot of updates and Reno’s done to it since we last stayed here. The inside and outside is well kept. It is located very centrally in North Nanaimo with lots of stores and places to eat at close by. There is an amazing Korean place that only takes 10 minutes to walk to. Also walking distance to pretty much anything you would need. Costco and Superstore are also very close. Lots of parking. The rooms have been updated nicely. Very clean rooms -housecleaning does an awesome job. But you do need to request it each day. The rooms can be a bit noisy with traffic so request the third floor. Breakfast is provided but is pretty basic. The only real disappointment was it was hard to get a later check out of an hour. The front staff finally did provide it but I had to ask a couple of times. Late check out was requested as the business centre is very small and not appealing at all. Only one person can effectively use it at a time.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
Room Tip:Â Get a room on the third floor due to some traffic news.
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Outdated Pet Policy for a newer/renovated hotel that is owned and operated by Powerhouse Enterprises LTD. The only allow pets in certain rooms in certain areas of the hotel and not all rooms are “pet friendly” which is the way most hotels these days now operate. Booked a room through Hotels.ca for an executive King and request a pet friendly room. Hotel changed the booking to a cheaper regular room with two queens and stated they were unable to refund the difference or refund the room. Had to contact the booking website who spent over 30 minutes on the phone with them sorting it out and getting the room difference refunded to us. Also, no restaurant in the hotel or around the area and hotel right on the main highway so lots of traffic noise during the night. Room heated up but the bathroom remained as cold as ice during the night
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We were fortunate to have booked an overnight stay at the Best Western Northgate. The front desk were friendly snd so very helpful as we were travelling with our boat. They personally directed us to the parking available for the boat. The rooms were beautifully clean and the beds were very comfortable. The continental breakfast was very good and lacked nothing , both hot ( eggs , waffles, bacon)and cold items were available, in a lovely bright breakfast room. Again wonderful cheerful staff. I would highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Nanaimo.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Stayed here for business. It is close to shopping and some restaurants, not much else close to the property at the north end of Nanaimo. Rooms are nice, breakfast is included, but it is pretty basic because of Covid protocols (packaged muffins, bacon, eggs from a carton I am sure).
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Date of stay: November 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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My wife and I stayed here in January and we were upgraded to the jacuzzi suite as I am a diamond select member with BW rewards. It was a nice gesture and we really appreciated it. Overall, this hotel is a bit dated and could use some TLC but it's clean and we found the staff to be pleasant. I'm not sure the price of the rooms is really reflective of the style of rooms but I guess things are getting more expensive everywhere. We would stay here again.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Nice hotel, well located, clean, very helpful staff, ok breakfast (except I spilt the waffle mixture)…… but…..
Awful lighting. In these days of cheap led lights, why not have a few more,
And I must admit, a personal gripe, the mattress is so soft that I awoke with a sore back.
The staff looked up and recommended a tiny sushi restaurant (do they have restaurants with only two tables?) which was good. Thank you.
Awful lighting. In these days of cheap led lights, why not have a few more,
And I must admit, a personal gripe, the mattress is so soft that I awoke with a sore back.
The staff looked up and recommended a tiny sushi restaurant (do they have restaurants with only two tables?) which was good. Thank you.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Sorry for the extended delay in a reply. We pre-scheduled a complete modernisation of the elevator and it was returned to service on February 25th. Thank you to all of our guests for your understanding and a huge shout out to those guests who volunteered to be on the Top (3rd floor) to free up rooms for guests who may have health or mobility concerns. You are amazing!
Thank you twinklemelody for your query. Yes, the hotel is within walking distance of Woodgrove Centre Mall as well as a number of other retail locations in north Nanaimo.
There is a bus stop just opposite the hotel that services the route to VIU as well as another bus route that goes to downtown Nanaimo. The bus to VIU (#15) runs approximately once an hour every day except Sundays. There is also one of the city's primary bus exchanges at Woodgrove Centre Mall with access to multiple bus routes.
Thank you again for your inquiry.
Thank you Becky D, for your query. As of February 2014 our restaurant and pub were closed. However we do still serve our complimentary continental breakfast to our guests in the restaurant facility. The official Best Western website will have the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding any Best Western property and we recommend it as the primary source for reservations and hotel information. Unfortunately there are many sites which we have no control over the accuracy or updating of information.
Thank you again for your inquiry.
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PRICE RANGE
C$182 - C$272 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
best western northgate hotel nanaimo, best western nanaimo, nanaimo best western
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
BEST WESTERN Northgate Inn
LOCATION
CanadaBritish ColumbiaVancouver IslandNanaimo
NUMBER OF ROOMS
73
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Frequently Asked Questions about Best Western Northgate Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Best Western Northgate Inn?
Nearby attractions include Woodgrove Centre (0.7 km), Olive This and More (0.3 km), and Cabela’s (1.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Best Western Northgate Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a fitness centre.
Which room amenities are available at Best Western Northgate Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Best Western Northgate Inn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Best Western Northgate Inn?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Best Western Northgate Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Nori Japanese Restaurant, Longwood Brew Pub & Restaurant, and Simonholt Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Best Western Northgate Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Best Western Northgate Inn?
Yes, dry cleaning and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Best Western Northgate Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting The Bastion (10.6 km).
Is Best Western Northgate Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.