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Older hotel with an indoor pool and free breakfast, on the Trans-Canada Highway
Pros
- Free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, parking, and local calls
- On-site restaurant, indoor pool and hot tub
- Many guests felt the staff were friendly and accommodating
- Many guests felt the rooms were clean, comfortable, and spacious
Cons
- Many guests felt the hotel was in need of updating
- Some guests complained about noise from guests in other rooms or in the hallways
- A few guests complained that the location was far from key Nanaimo attractions
Freebies
Free Wi-Fi
Free Breakfast
Free Parking
Editor's Review
Updated Oct 12, 2012
Overview
Located in South Nanaimo, the Days Inn Nanaimo Harbourview offers a variety of room configurations and the only indoor pool of all hotels in Nanaimo. These features make it popular with families and group travellers who make use of its larger rooms, amenities, and complimentary breakfast. Its location on the Trans-Canada Highway also makes it a convenient stay for those travelling by car.
This 100% non-smoking hotel offers 79 rooms and suites over 2 floors. Standard rooms include a desk, a hairdryer, a coffeemaker, and a TV as well as free Wi-Fi and local calls. Rooms come with two queen beds, or a double and a queen bed, or king or queen bed with a sofabed. Studio rooms featuring kitchenettes are available with a queen bed and a sofabed. One-bedroom suites accommodate 4 to 8 people and come with either a queen bed and a set of bunk beds or three queen beds and a sofabed. Room service is available and pets are allowed in certain rooms for an additional charge of $15 per night.
Amenities at this hotel include a heated indoor pool, a hot tub, an ATM, and meeting facilities. ABC Country Restaurant is accessible from inside the building and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free parking and a free continental breakfast are available to all guests.
Nanaimo’s downtown old quarter, featuring the Nanaimo Port Theatre and many boutique shops, can be reached in about 3 minutes by car. Near the downtown core, about a 4-minute drive from the hotel, one can access Swy-a-Lana Lagoon, Maffeo Sutton Park and beach, and the foot-passenger ferry to Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park. WildPlay Nanaimo, featuring bungy jumps, zip lines, and aerial ropes courses, is about 9 km or an 8-minute drive away. For those interested in shopping, Woodgrove Centre, Nanaimo’s largest shopping centre is about a 22-minute drive up Highway 1.
The hotel is on Highway 1, about 7 minutes by car to BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal or a half-hour drive from the Duke Point Terminal. The Nanaimo Airport can be reached in about 12 minutes by car while the Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport is a 3-minute drive away. (All distances and travel time estimates: Google Maps)
Verified by hotel front desk staff on September 21, 2012: 2 floors, pets cost $15 per night and are allowed in certain rooms only, 100% non-smoking.
more This 100% non-smoking hotel offers 79 rooms and suites over 2 floors. Standard rooms include a desk, a hairdryer, a coffeemaker, and a TV as well as free Wi-Fi and local calls. Rooms come with two queen beds, or a double and a queen bed, or king or queen bed with a sofabed. Studio rooms featuring kitchenettes are available with a queen bed and a sofabed. One-bedroom suites accommodate 4 to 8 people and come with either a queen bed and a set of bunk beds or three queen beds and a sofabed. Room service is available and pets are allowed in certain rooms for an additional charge of $15 per night.
Amenities at this hotel include a heated indoor pool, a hot tub, an ATM, and meeting facilities. ABC Country Restaurant is accessible from inside the building and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free parking and a free continental breakfast are available to all guests.
Nanaimo’s downtown old quarter, featuring the Nanaimo Port Theatre and many boutique shops, can be reached in about 3 minutes by car. Near the downtown core, about a 4-minute drive from the hotel, one can access Swy-a-Lana Lagoon, Maffeo Sutton Park and beach, and the foot-passenger ferry to Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park. WildPlay Nanaimo, featuring bungy jumps, zip lines, and aerial ropes courses, is about 9 km or an 8-minute drive away. For those interested in shopping, Woodgrove Centre, Nanaimo’s largest shopping centre is about a 22-minute drive up Highway 1.
The hotel is on Highway 1, about 7 minutes by car to BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal or a half-hour drive from the Duke Point Terminal. The Nanaimo Airport can be reached in about 12 minutes by car while the Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport is a 3-minute drive away. (All distances and travel time estimates: Google Maps)
Verified by hotel front desk staff on September 21, 2012: 2 floors, pets cost $15 per night and are allowed in certain rooms only, 100% non-smoking.
The Good
Reviews used for this analysis were mixed, though among the positive comments guests had good things to say about the hotel’s staff, rooms, and amenities.
Many guests who reviewed this hotel found the staff to be very friendly and welcoming. Some reviewers complimented their efficiency and helpfulness. A few guests felt the staff went above and beyond, making their stay a positive experience.
The rooms at the hotel were said to be clean and comfortable by many guests. Some commented that the rooms were spacious, while a few mentioned that certain rooms had a nice harbour view.
Of those who ate at the ABC Country Restaurant, many mentioned that the food, although not gourmet, was tasty. The continental breakfast was also appreciated by quite a few guests, some of whom said that the selection was good. The indoor pool was also considered a major plus by many guests.
more Many guests who reviewed this hotel found the staff to be very friendly and welcoming. Some reviewers complimented their efficiency and helpfulness. A few guests felt the staff went above and beyond, making their stay a positive experience.
The rooms at the hotel were said to be clean and comfortable by many guests. Some commented that the rooms were spacious, while a few mentioned that certain rooms had a nice harbour view.
Of those who ate at the ABC Country Restaurant, many mentioned that the food, although not gourmet, was tasty. The continental breakfast was also appreciated by quite a few guests, some of whom said that the selection was good. The indoor pool was also considered a major plus by many guests.
The Bad
The reviews used for this analysis were mixed with negative comments focusing on the age and physical state of the hotel, noise, and location.
Many guests complained that this hotel was showing its age and was in need of updating. Some said that the carpets were stained, some room fixtures were broken or damaged, and some air conditioning units were not working or were loud. A few guests commented that there was a musty or bad smell in their room and/or they felt they needed to have the window open to get fresh air. Some guests also felt the exterior and lobby of the building were not very inviting and there was no place to sit and relax in these areas.
A few guests felt that their rooms were noisy with sound travelling in from the hallways and other guest rooms.
The hotel’s location in South Nanaimo was considered a negative point by a few guests who felt that it was not close enough to any points of interest and that it was a long walk (about 30 minutes) to downtown.
more Many guests complained that this hotel was showing its age and was in need of updating. Some said that the carpets were stained, some room fixtures were broken or damaged, and some air conditioning units were not working or were loud. A few guests commented that there was a musty or bad smell in their room and/or they felt they needed to have the window open to get fresh air. Some guests also felt the exterior and lobby of the building were not very inviting and there was no place to sit and relax in these areas.
A few guests felt that their rooms were noisy with sound travelling in from the hallways and other guest rooms.
The hotel’s location in South Nanaimo was considered a negative point by a few guests who felt that it was not close enough to any points of interest and that it was a long walk (about 30 minutes) to downtown.
Sources
TripAdvisor.ca ranked this hotel #8 out of 19 hotels in Nanaimo with an average guest rating of 3.5 out of 5, based on 42 reviews.Booking.com ranked this hotel 7.3 out of 10 or good, based on 82 guest reviews.
VirtualTourist.com ranked this hotel 3 out of 5, based on 39 reviews. 63% of guests enjoyed staying at this hotel.
Verified by hotel front desk staff on September 21, 2012: 2 floors, pets cost $15 per night and are allowed in certain rooms only, 100% non-smoking.
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# 809 Island Highway South, Nanaimo, BC