We felt like home

Our experience here was really impressive. We didn't find such attention to detail anywhere else, no matter the stars. Everything was well designed and thought through. The room was as clean as at home. Speaking of home, they treat you like a family member. And Dave was very helpful. He answered all my questions about Nanaimo honestly and with an... more

Another great stay

Once again Buccaneer Inn lived up to its reputation, as being a friendly, comfortable place to rest your head. Love the duvets on the beds, couldn't ask for me. Rooms are clean & well kept. Beds are very comfortable, you will get a good night sleep.
I go to Nanaimo on business, & always stay at Buccaneer Inn, as I... more

Got exactly what we expected - well worth it

We only were staying in Nanaimo one night in May and the Buccaneer was perfect. The desk clerk (who could have been the owner, I'm not sure) was very friendly and helpful. She gave us a slight upgrade while a small repair was being done in the room we requested. She also recommended a restaurant for that evening that we... more

Disappointed

Have stayed numerous times at the Buccaneer but was disappointed the last few trips. The reason is that small touches, that made this rather plain motel special, have disappeared. Is the Bucc on a savings agenda? The toilet paper is now like sandpaper, no more shampoo, had to ask for supplies such as kleenex (also sandpaper quality), sketchy internet service... more

Great room, nice to have a full kitchen to make your snacks. Bed was comfortable and always nice to have a separate room. we had a corner room with a view of the harbor. There is some road noise but not bad. Will stay again next time. Owner was friendly and offered helpful advice for our trip to the west coast, even printed out a suggested itinerary.

Cosy and friendly taste of Nanaimo

Very friendly and accommodating at short notice. Nice, clean and cute property. Very helpful in making dinner suggestions and the like. I would recommend it to others in a heartbeat. Though a car would be handy if staying here.

The best place to stay in Nanaimo

We stayed at the most beautiful home the Buccanner Inn has to offer.
March 8th of this year for a week. This home is gorgeous with its view
and gourmet kitchen. Beautiful bedrooms, bathrooms and so much more.
Prime rib and turkey dinners were cooked in that gourmet kitchen.
Monique and this gorgeous house made our vacation. You must book... more

Great value and location

Our suite was clean, nicely decorated and the ownership has a real commitment to the motel being ecologically friendly. We were made to feel welcome by Monique and she was helpful in our activity planning.

Fantastic place

My partner and I stayed at the Buccanner Inn last week and were very pleased with our stay. We were upgraded to the fireplace suite as I believe they got quite busy with a work crew. The suite is HUGE, very clean, very comfortable and well appointed. The beds have wonderful duvets and great matresses. One of the owners, Marlene,... more

Great location for the ferry

We stayed here because we were catching the ferry. Nothing fancy, but very reasonable rates for the comfortable accommodations provided. Easy walking distance to the ferry. We would definitely stay here again.

Best place to stay in Nanaimo

My room had a quiet private bedroom. The bed, sheets and pillows are of the high-end luxury hotel quality. The owners have thought of everything for their guests comfort. A small vintage stove in pristine condition is available as well as everything you could possibly use to fix a meal or two. They have even taken the time to provide... more

like a restore classic car

Had to spend the night in Nanaimo and after reading all the reviews we picked the Buccaneer. It is an older motel but in mint shape. Clean and nice rooms our room came with a separate bedroom. This is a true jem in this day and age of monolithic boxes. The owners have pride of ownership which is a rare... more

Friendly and clean Inn

We decided to stay here because it was close to the BC Ferries Terminal. The room was very clean and tidy. Had microwave, fridge, and small kitchen. All you need for a comfortable nights stay. I would stay here again when in town.

Highly Recommended

The price points are fabulous, but also the care and detain of this refurbished motel will make your stay extremely comfortable. The rooms are clean, equipped with many toiletries etc. (even so far as to including Nivea creme) and they even supply you with games and books. The location is very close to the ferry (literally walking distance) and not... more

Comfortable Stay at the Buccaneer

We stayed for three nights at the Buccaneer Inn. The motel room with kitchenette was quite clean and comfortable. The bedding was wonderful. This motel is a stone's throw from the Departure Bay terminal and unfortunately the traffic is plentiful. Over all, we found the Inn suited our needs quite well.

Well located for BC Ferries

We stayed at the Buccaneer for 2 nights in September. The hotel is extremely well located for BC Ferries, although it is quite a walk into town which was OK for us as we are happy to walk, but it could be costly in cab fares otherwise. The first night we stayed in the patio room which was beautifully decorated... more

Not my best

The room was ok, amenities ok, location appears to be in walking distance from the city center, that is true, but part of this walk is along a busy and very noisy road.
My biggest disappointment was the mail confirmation that I received immediately after making my reservation: "Although we do offer kitchen facilities in all our suites, we ask... more

Very comfy

I stayed at the Buccaneer for two nights in September, and the suite was very comfortable, and very clean. There is a lot of attention to details from the owners, and it was much appreciated. Being able to have breakfast in the suite - all the amenities for cooking are there - was a nice bonus. The beds are very... more

Excellent

Having been stranded when ALL ferries were cancelled we were grateful to get a room.
However that does not quite cover the suite we had. It is so clean & comfortable. There are so many little extras, the owners have really gone the extra mile! Fantastic kitchen, lovely lounge with a real fire, baskets of books & games!
Thank you... more

Clean, comfy and all the conveniences you need. Website very accurate

We stayed one night, on our way to Nanaimo to pick up a puppy. We booked at the last minute, so stayed in the fireplace suite. What a treat for us. There was loads of space. The living room had a lovely woodburning fireplace, 2 cozy couches, some books, and a big flatscreen (which we didn't watch). Dave and Marlene,... more

Accueil chaleureux, situation a proximite du terminal ferry et de la ville de Nanaino, proprete et facilites pour pour manger dans le studio. Bonne documentation pour ce qu'on peut faire ou voir a proximite.
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A good clean spot, perhaps a bit noises

We stayed one night and the rooms appear clean and comfortable and the stafffriendly. However as it was a hot evening and that there was no aircon, we had to sleep with the window open and the traffic noise was a bit loud. The roof fan wasn't much help because it made a rather a loud whining sound. Room 203... more

Sehr sauber, gute Ausstattung.
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Für einen längeren Aufenthalt ist die Lage nicht optimal. Ein Auto ist notwendig.

Das Zimmer war gross und sauber , der Empfang freundlich . Ca 2. Fahhrminuten von der Fähre entfernt
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Nicht direkt im Zentrum da es sich um ein Motel handelt keine Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in unmittelbarer Nähe

Struttura vecchia, scarsa

Well appointed, very friendly and helpful owners

We really were pleased with this family owned place. We had their compact room, which was small, but very nicely stocked and a good price. It had everything we needed, and the lack of extra floor space was not a problem. This is a small motel (maybe 15 rooms?) with a vintage look from the street, but the rooms will... more

Super clean

My first impression was wow. The exterior of this motel looks like every other motel of its kind - but when you open the door to your room that's when it hits home. The rooms are super clean, well appointed and comfortable. We stayed in the second floor fireplace suite tgat has a separate bedroom, a living room with hide... more

Sehr hilfreiches Personal, Preis-, Leistung ok

Our suite was awesome with lots of room. The bed was very comfortable and it was great access to downtown, walking along the boardwalk, various water vessels for rent and very close to the ferry departure.
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The stairs to our amazing suite.

Another enjoyable stay

Our second stay at the Buccaneer Inn and again we very satisfied with the overall visit. The location is very good, easy access to the ferry, walking distance to the harbour and downtown and a shopping centre just behind and up the hill. The motel is very clean and comfortable, I love the ceiling fan for sleeping and as the... more

Very quaint, and quiet inn. Decent location and rooms were spotlessly clean. In spite of its age it was very well-kept. Loved that they provided cream (real cream!) for your morning coffee!
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There was no AC in the rooms, although both a ceiling fan and portable fan were provided

Too noisy for us

We had the room on the end, the room itself was small but that didnt bother us. However the stairs are right outside the window and are quite noisy when people walk them, especially with luggage. Also facing the main road was also quite noisy, not enjoyable if you're vacation was planned with some extra sleeping in time. Also the... more

More than a motel

We stayed at the Buccaneer Inn with my family in 3 rooms for 1 night. We were next to each other, which was very convenient. Marlene showed us where we could do some groceries shopping and we were very happy that we could leave our doors open and walk in and out the other rooms. The rooms are very clean... more

Somewhat confused by excellent reviews

I rely on Trip Advisor for many things when travelling. I am completely confused about the excellent reviews I have read regarding this motel. There are certainly some truths. The motel is very quaint and very clean. The beds are indeed comfortable and the overhead and free standing fans were a must. It also is a nice family motel and... more

Very pleased

We booked here to stay just a night on our way from Victoria back to the mainland for the sea to sky highway. It was easy to find and very friendly service. We were only in the room for that night and left early however it was everything we needed. We booked a cozy studio and it was on the... more

Great, comfortable stay

Always on the lookout for local experiences (our first trip to Van Isle), we stayed with Marlene and Dave for 2 nights in July 2013. We chose a small, corner room - just big enough for two people. Fairly priced and immaculate - and the coffee pot was a lifesaver! Marlene gave me access to the washer/dryer, and Dave made... more

proximity to ferry
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price

Our host was great. Every suggestion for walks/restaurants/destinations was spot on.
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Area had a very industrial waterfront not evident on booking site.

Sehr Freundlich, guter Zustand der Zimmer

Für Durchreise zu empfehlen. In Laufnähe zur Fähre nach Vancouver!

Comfort and charm. Very clean super hosts. Great beds.

Lage entsprach unserer Reiseroute nah am Fährhafen
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- Keine Klimaanlage - direkt an der Strasse, damit laut - Schlafzimmer für zwei Betten zu klein

Home away from home

My friends and I stayed 7 nights at the Buccaneer while exploring the central part of Vancouver Island. We had great access to the Gulf Islands, the main E-W and N-S highways, as well as beautiful downtown Nanaimo. Our suite was wonderfully equipped with all the amenities of home. Staff were super friendly and accommodating. Beds were great, it isn't... more

Much better than expected

I booked the Buccaneer as we needed somewhere close to Departure Point for the ferry back to Horseshoe bay and as a "motel" was expecting something very basic - I couldn't have been more wrong as quite apart from the ideal location the room was superb , spacious and clean . The owners were very attentive , making sure everything... more

Zeer hulpvaardig en vriendelijk personeel. Kamers erg schoon. Erg attent dat we na ons verblijf nog een mailtje ontvingen met een bedankje. Prima kwaliteit-prijs verhouding
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Niets

Friendly staff, spacious suite, clean
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Exterior needs updating as it is an older building

Will make you re-think "Motel"...in a good way

I needed a budget friendly accommodation for 3 nights and my parents had recommended the Buccaneer Inn. I'm not one for motel's but the price was right and the room description looked good so I booked it. Upon arrival I was greeted by a very friendly lady and showed my room. It was very clean and newly renovated. Although there... more

Excellent

We stayed here for 5 days in a suite and found it a convenient location. It was clean and the staff were friendly and very helpful. We would definitely stay there again, and would recommend to friends and family

Fully renovated, plenty of room, across the street from a yacht club.

Friendly staff

Place was very clean
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Forgot former coffee

Great staff(owner); very comfortable beds, good little kitchen, good tv. Owner was very helpful as was book in room suggesting restaurants, etc. We would go back.
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location was right on main road- good and bad.

Decore & Comfort

Very friendly and helpful welcome. The proprietor even provided written suggestions for things to see and do on our planned journey the following day. The facilities (bedroom, sitting room with open fire, bathroom, kitchen/diner & hall were far more extensive than expected for the price - unusual for a motel.

The staff is very friendly and gives us some cooking oil. Room with kitchen is good for family that wants to cook. Overall very good value for the money.

Very clean with a comfortable bed. Good size flat screen hdtv. Location
was 15 minute walk north of town, across from marina with pub.
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Paying an extra $40 for a kitchen that we didn't want or use. Layout
was poor, sitting on couch right across from kitchen while watching tv.
Lots of stairs to 2nd floor. Limited parking. Owner was just too chatty
and longwinded when we checked-in

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Very convenient for ferry. Very friendly and helpful owners. Very clean and comfortable.

Comfortable and Clean

I have stayed here several times while in Nanaimo. The rooms are always very clean and comfortable. The rooms have items such as books and games that add a really nice personal touch and come in handy when travelling with children. It is minutes away from the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and the owners are very friendly and helpful. The... more

very friendly and helpful staff, very clean and comfortable, ideal for the ferry terminal

very helpful and friendly staff - close to Ferry Terminal - clean and comfortable

cleanliness, and friendliness. Interesting location, too -- across from Newcastle channel and island. Handy for the Departure Bay ferry.
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I have no negative comments -- good, comfortable and quiet inn.

Feels like home

Great little family run motel. Feels more like you are staying with family than renting a hotel room. Staff is so very receptive to any and all of your needs. Great location near shopping, downtown, and restaurants - and most of all, the ferry to horshoe bay/Vancouver.

Competitive rates, better than expected

We've been going to Nanaimo for a number of years for family reasons and never considered this motel but last year, my wife's cousin who works with Nanaimo Tourism recommended that we consider it. We are glad that we did. It was very clean and comfortable.
We stayed in #107, the Patio Suite, which is quite small but as we... more

Very friendly, great place to stay. Amazing value! Dave at the desk was great, and we would definately stay there again!
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Nothing!

The location, price and cleanliness were perfect for those en route to somewhere on Vancouver Island. Close to the ferry and Budget car rental. Very friendly and accomodating staff, too!
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Nothing!

It had the feeling of the off the beaten track, Swiss hotels I stayed in a few years ago. I especially enjoyed the owners and all the restaurants and shopping advice.

Clean Safe and Convienient

From the time we called to make a reservation to our checking out, the staff very extremely friendly. Inquiring if there was anything they could do for us continually. The motel is not new. However it is very clean and I live with Mrs. Clean. All amenities functioned perfectly. We were there for an overnighter and stayed because of the... more

Not sure why #1?? Noisy, bad bed. Hate to see the other Hotels in Town

I can say a couple nice things about this Hotel. Big Clean room...Friendly owners (got to be) We stayed in room 201 with a large kitchen area. There was no separate heating or air. You are to relay on an open window for fresh air, but is VERY noisy with the highway going by. we saw a space heater and... more

Too short a stay

Booked this Inn as the name took my fancy and it didn't disappoint. Wonderfully comfortable bed, best nights sleep in ages. Although I did not need all the facilities on offer, like a kitchenette, coffee maker and snacks they were all there for those that do. Marlene and Dave were friendly and helpful (Good Luck Dave on your upcoming Wainwright... more

The Inn was very nice and extremely comfortable and spotlessly clean. Friendly hosts could not have been more helpful. Hope to stay there again on future visits to Nanaimo.
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Nothing, everything was perfect.

great place

I recently stayed one night in the Cozy Studio, which was quite big enough for me. It was a clean and attractive room with a comfortable bed. It had everything I needed. Even snacks were available in the room for a nominal fee.
The hotel is accurately represented on the website.
Marlene was very kind and helpful, as was the... more

Excellent Value, Great Customer Service

I recently stayed at the Buccaneer for two nights while on holiday in the Nanaimo area. The hotel is well situated; close to the ferry, right on the boardwalk within walking distance to many local parks, and with easy access to other points on the Island although located on a fairly busy road (only noticeable during ferry arrival and departure... more

A Cut Above

My husband and I had a very enjoyable stay at the Buccaneer Inn. The owners are delightful - interesting and helpful. The place is clean and bright. All of the little extras make staying here special. We had a quiet, restful sleep and did not here the traffic at all.
It is what it is. It's not meant to be... more

I love the Buccaneer Inn

I have reviewed the Buccaneer Inn before but I stayed there again last night and just have to comment on the customer service which is really unparalleled.
In addition, the rooms are extremely comfortable and there are many thoughtful touches like cream in the fridge for your coffee. The owners are also sensitive to the environment.
And with views of... more

I really enjoyed staying in this hotel

I stayed for 5 days at this hotel for business reasons. Dave and his staff were great, very kind,
helpful, gave all the advices you need. Very good managed. The room was beautiful, absolutely clean, with perfect, modern equipment. This is a place I would really like to recommend to everyone (for business or holiday reasons). Enjoy your stay.

1950's Motor Lodge

Staying at the Buccaneer Inn (Motel) in Nanaimo was like going back to a time when picture windows rattled because of passing traffic and shower heads were a mere 5 feet from the drain. The rooms need serious updating.

My daughter and I stayed at the Inn during a spring shopping spree, and we were delighted. It was so comfortable and well appointed that it felt like a home away from home, but without the cleaning. The attention to detail to promote comfort is remarkable. For example, the complementary coffee was gourmet, there was cream in the fridge, and sugar in the basket. There was salt and pepper in... more

Best place to stay in Nanaimo

Loved my stay. Friendly staff and clean comfortable rooms at a great price.
What more could you ask for!?
Lots of divers stay here and a great location for Nanaimo...
Family run and it shows.
Thank you for a great vacation.

Top-notch, personal service

We stayed at the Buccaneer Inn for six nights this spring, and it was perfect in every way.
Dave and Marlene made us feel welcome from the moment we made the booking I ver the phone, every aspect of the accommodation and if our stay was made personal by them and they went out of their way to help us... more

Room size friendly welcome
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Location

Super Clean

Locally owned and run. Older motel style inn, but very well maintained and immaculately clean. Large kitchenettes stocked with everything you need, just buy the groceries! They supply great coffee in your room as well. Beds are excellent. The place is a little noisy from the ferry traffic but the two rooms we stayed in have the bedroom in the... more

view, staff
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the queen size bed in our room was not comfy--sagged in the middle, wiggly when the other person moved.
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The room was clean and the layout was great for a family. I would stay there again.
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Friendly,courteous staff, very clean, completely stocked with everything one needs, and very comfortable bed.
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Completely satisfied

Clean and decent. Very close to the ferry.
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Not much close to the location.

friendly and very helpful
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a little noisy from traffic

The Buccaneer Inn -- and exceptional experience

This is one of the best places to stay in BC. It is convenientely located.
The rooms are immaculate. The kitchen is well equipped, the bed is first rate and
the duvet is lovely.
It is the personal attention of the owners makes this an outstanding place to stay.
A few weeks ago I had a hip replacement and needed... more

Clean and Comfy

My Mother and I stayed here on an overnight trip. We chose it based on other reviews, and we were not disappointed.
The room was clean and cozy, with everything you'd need right down to books and board games. It's nothing fancy, but was more than enough for what we needed. The guide book/in room information package was incredibly detailed... more

Location, Price, Suite style, BEDS VERY CLEAN
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Exiting the parking lot…hard to see oncoming traffic

Clean, close to ocean and hospital. Extremely comfortable bed, very quiet and safe. Great decaf coffee in room.
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Staff went in the room when they were asked not to. The room had a bit of an old musty smell. Parking lot was very icy from water leak at hotel.

The staff were very helpful and the room was spotless. I would definitely stay again.

Modest but great hosts and great views

I always stay at the Buccaneer when I am in Nanaimo on business even though the rooms are short on electrical outlets. I like the owners--they are locals and they really try hard. I like the rooms--I always stay in a one bedroom suite. I like the location--excellent views of the water. The rooms are very clean and have nice... more

The room is well furnished,decent,clean and quiet. The Staff are very hospitable and helpful. It is a place I would recommend to any of my friends visiting Nanaimo, B.C.
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Please include restaurant services.

clean and comfortable

Good coffee, lots of room in the double suite for two

The best part is having the separate bedroom. And the Bed is extremely comfortable
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Shower head was too low. my husband is 6 ft 4 inch.

the location was good for my work while there. the suite was clean and comfortable.

very clean, even supply you with creamers in the fridge instead of powder white death. Wine glasses, duvet's all around excellent value

For $100, I have never stayed in a room with a kitchen that had a stove, oven, microwave, and a fridge. That alone would have sealed the deal, but every owner we spoke to was incredibly helpful. One man in particular--you can tell he loves to travel and wants you to have a great experience traveling as well. Not only did we get recommendations for Tofino and Victoria, but Europe as well. Great... more

The Buccaneer is very clean and sweet, with flowers on the balconies and a view of a forested island across the way. It was slightly more expensive than we expected from other Yelp reviews ($109 in September). We had a nicely appointed little suite, very clean, with a box full of books and toys that our 5-year old enjoyed. When you have a kid, it's nice to have two rooms so you can talk or... more

Things I liked about the Buccaneer:

- small, family-run business
- suite for the price of a room
- window boxes full of flowers all along the railings
- free Internet access
- extremely reasonably priced in-room snacks
- free T-Hos coffee

Things I liked not so much:

- getting a funny look from the host when I asked upon check-in if there were going to be children in the room next to me - we... more

Spotless and homey, cleanest motel I've ever seen! Front desk staff were great, you can tell it's family run and they take great pride in their place. A bargain at $59 for the cozy suite, perfect for a night or two, great experience!!

A beautiful, quaint, family owned Inn right in Nanaimo. You wake up to a beautiful view of the harbour and incredible, green forests with a smokey fog. The views here are breathtaking. I really enjoyed waking up and sipping coffee and looking out at the serene beauty before getting geared up to go scuba diving.
Its only $90 per night for a nice sized room with two beds and a kitchenette. They... more