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The Bluebird Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Nanaimo, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)
Front of property
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Explore the area

Map
995 Terminal Ave N., Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K3
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 56.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Nanaimo

At The Bluebird Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. .In the area of this Nanaimo motel, you'll find Duke Point Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off the Hook - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪White Sails Brewing - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Bluebird Motel

Motel in Nanaimo, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
The Bluebird Motel offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi.
  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Front desk (limited hours)
The Bluebird Motel offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Microwaves, fridges and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Living room
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 10 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of CAD 10.00 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: CAD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: CAD 10.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Bluebird Motel Nanaimo
Bluebird Nanaimo
The Bluebird Motel Motel
The Bluebird Motel Nanaimo
The Bluebird Motel Motel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Bluebird Motel?

The Bluebird Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bluebird Motel?

As of 28 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bluebird Motel on 31 Mar 2025 start from NZ$167.30, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Bluebird Motel?

The closest beach to The Bluebird Motel is Departure Bay Beach (3.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bluebird Motel?

No, The Bluebird Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bluebird Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Bluebird Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 608 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are run down and the staff wasn’t particularly friendly. Only stay here if you’re on a budget.

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sami

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Halina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hardeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Semi Truck Parking available. Nice people!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

kyle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brooke, High Level

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. Quiet, clean beds. Its an older location but is great for a quick night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The maid used my toilet before i checked in... the fan in the bathroom didnt work so the whole room smelled like poop. Not recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

BBMt
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Shannon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn’t love it so didn’t stay as I felt uneasy and unsafe! Travelling by myself I didn’t have a good feeling about things. People shooting up in parking lot strong door of marijauna drifting in my room in the hour I stayed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Seems like they remodeled the place. Rooms looked fairly new. Quiet place. Bail bond place across the street along with a gas station. For the price i think it was pretty decent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bonita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
SOFA BED NEED NEW ONE
THEY NEED A NEW SOFA BED IT WAS VERY UNCOMFORTABLE AND SANK IN QUITE DEEP WHILE USIONG THE BED OTHERWISE WE ENJOYED IT
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bonita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 Stars
Ignore any and all bad reviews, the Bluebird motel was so clean, the bedding was clean, and the reviews complaining about noise I don’t understand as the white noise being generated by the AC was enough to be able to relax and sleep in peace. You get the bang for your buck. Check in process was great too, the woman was very kind as well. Very close to things to do in Nanaimo, great location. I’d stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s good place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Zar

Not much
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

ASHISH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
They thought there are only 2 guests and after seeing us they made arrangements Room and location is ok But service not that fine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were terribly uncomfortable 😣
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Cornelia, Port Moody

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely clean but otherwise old and worn. For $150 I expect more.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff seemed very helpfully and were extremely nice and inviting. The downside to a family that is non smoking was there was constant smoke smell. Luckily our one bedroom had no smoke smell, but the kitchen/living area my kids stayed in was pretty yucky. The upkeep of the place is wonderful, just smoky
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024