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Our top choices for Chemainus motels

A restaurant with a high, curved glass ceiling allowing natural light, seating with a view, and a decorative metal sculpture on the counter.

1. Fuller Lake Motel

Fuller Lake Motel
2.5 star property
Chemainus
7.4 out of 10, Good, (430 reviews)
"There is plenty of parking, rooms are clean, very comfortable beds and clean, staff is very nice and pleasant to deal with, they are pet friendly for people who are traveling with pets(dogs only)"
Canada
Rodney
The price is AED 252
AED 289 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Fuller Lake Motel
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the street, and hanging red pendant lights.

2. Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Duncan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (961 reviews)
"Stay was okay For the price - excellent"
Canada
ANASTACIO
The price is AED 232
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Thunderbird Motor Inn
A wooden pier with benches overlooking a body of water, a sign indicating caution, and a view of houses and trees in the background.

3. Croftinn & Motel

Croftinn & Motel
2.0 star property
Crofton
7.2 out of 10, Good, (225 reviews)
"Good value, condition in line with pricing. Great location and staff were friendly."
Canada
Tom
The price is AED 359
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Croftinn & Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view of the forest, and a wooden floor.

4. Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Heritage Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (297 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff."
Canada
Rene
The price is AED 385
AED 443 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday House Motel
A compact hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a dining table, and a chair.

5. Falcon Nest Motel

Falcon Nest Motel
2.0 star property
Duncan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"
United States
Katya
The price is AED 213
AED 245 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Falcon Nest Motel
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a gray sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee maker.

6. South Shore Motel

South Shore Motel
2.0 star property
Lake Cowichan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (269 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Shelley
The price is AED 261
AED 300 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
South Shore Motel
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

7. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay, very clean and friendly staff."
Canada
Chris
The price is AED 356
AED 413 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Harbour Light Motel
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is AED 276
AED 321 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Buccaneer Inn
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

9. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (850 reviews)
"Good value."
United States
Leah
The price is AED 255
AED 296 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Spot
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

10. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (774 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is AED 253
AED 294 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Departure Bay Motel
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

11. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (555 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is AED 281
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Diplomat Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

12. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice location with breakfast. Staff is pretty good."
Canada
shu
The price is AED 215
AED 250 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

13. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (844 reviews)
"Staff was very nice room was clean and centrslly located have stayed 2 or 3 times and will continue to stay when in nanimo"
Canada
laurie
The price is AED 330
AED 383 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Bluebird Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Chemainus?
If you can't find a motel in Chemainus, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 21 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Chemainus?
Here are some of Expedia customers' favorite motels to choose from in the larger area. Fuller Lake Motel: Enjoy access to the 2 outdoor tennis courts, and freebies including WiFi, parking, and a manager's reception. Thunderbird Motor Inn: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Chemainus is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) away. Harbour Light Motel: Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 18.1 mi (29.2 km) from the heart of Chemainus. Departure Bay Motel: Central Chemainus is 20.7 mi (33.3 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites: 19.6 mi (31.6 km) from the heart of Chemainus. Enjoy access to the terrace and restaurant, as well as room amenities like a microwave.
What can I do in Chemainus?
People visiting Chemainus like its theater scene and coffeehouses. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Kinsmen Beach Park, Transfer Beach Park, and Saint Mary Lake. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company, Pacific Northwest Raptors, and Cowichan Aquatic Centre. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Chemainus Theatre, Mount Brenton Golf Course, and Fuller Lake Arena.
What's the weather like in Chemainus?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Chemainus to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are December and February with an average of 39°F. The rainiest months in Chemainus are November, January, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Chemainus when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Chemainus to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is located 10.6 mi (17.1 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base), which is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.