Long Term Stay in Nanaimo
Nanaimo's affordability makes it a great place to live for part of the year. Planning a long term stay in Nanaimo is easy and convenient. Many downtown condos and hotel rooms offer monthly and weekly rates, so you can plan your long term stay as you go, and enjoy quick access to city amenities and transporation routes while you're here.
As a university city, Nanaimo also has a busy seasonal rental and real estate market that can work to your advantage. Peak demand for seasonal homes near downtown is between September and April, with many great rentals available through the summer. Renting a home or suite is a great way to save money and enjoy all the comforts of a private residence while you stay in Nanaimo for the summer.
Things to Do During Your Long Term Stay in Nanaimo
| Property | Weekly Rate | Monthly Rate | Valid Dates | Kitchens | Phone | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absolute Oceanfront Luxury Condominiums | $605 - $1045+ | $1045 - $2195 | year round | 1 & 2 bedroom suites fully equipped, including dishwasher and balcony | Telephone and wireless internet available | (250) 818-1870 |
| Best Western Northgate Inn | $79-99/night | $75-89/night | Kitchenettes (plus $10 on top of room price), Suites (plus $20 on top of room price) | Phones and wireless internet available | (250) 390-2222 | |
| Bev & Sandy's Place B & B | $270.00 single / $330.00 double | - - - - | all year round | no cooking facilities | Wireless Internet - no phones | (250) 758-4983 |
| Buccaneer Inn | $499.95 | N/A | October 10, 2007 to April 27, 2008 | Full kitchens including full size stove and oven, microwaves, coffee makers and all necessary cooking utensils | Each room has a direct dial phone and wireless internet access | 753-1246 |
| Castaway Motel | $300 single, $375 double | $900 single, $1200 double | October to April | Full kitchen includes microwave, fridge, coffee machine, hotplate, cooking utensils | Direct line and wireless internet | (250) 754-6780 |
| Grand Hotel Nanaimo | N/A | $2,898 | Year Round | Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and microwave | Direct Line, Free local calls. Free High Speed Internet Access | 250-758-3000 |
| Hammond Bay Oceanside B&B | $500 | $1500 | October to April | Full kitchen with laundry | Internet and phone available | (250) 751-1409 |
| Heathering Heights | $400 | $1500 | (250) 758-8265,(250) 616-6317 | |||
| Howard Johnson Harbourside Hotel | N/A | N/A | 753-2241 | |||
| Kennedy House | Low season $250/room, High season $350/room | Low season $750/room, High season $1050/room | High season June 1 to September 30 | No kitchen, coffee maker available | Wireless internet and land lines available | (250) 754-3389 |
| Kiwi Cove Lodge | $773.00 off season, $1,228.00 peak season | $2,295.00 off season | Fully equipped | ethernet | (250) 245-8051 | |
| Lakeview Vacation Homes | N/A | N/A | (250) 756-4244 | |||
| Long Lake Waterfront B&B | Please call | Please call | October to April | Kitchenette that includes fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Common eating area available | Local and long distance | (250) 758-5010 |
| Nanaimo Relocation | $875 | $3,500 | Year Round | Full kitchen with gas range, side by side fridge with ice and water, dishwasher | Direct Phone, Wireless Internet | 250-245-9552 |
| Oceanside Village Resort | $520 - $1650 | $1350 - $1800 | Year Round | Fully equipped with 6 appliances including washer and dryer. | Telephones in some cottages with wireless internet available on site for a fee | 250-248-8921 |
| Painted Turtle Guesthouse | $145 Dorm; $315 Private sgl | $450 Dorm; $800 Private sgl | 15 October - 30 April annually | Common use kitchen; fresh & modern; fully equipped with oven, stovetops, microwave, sinks, storage. Dining area. | Payphone; messages can be taken for you. | (250) 753-4432 |
| Southwind Retreat & Spa | $750.00 | $1850.00 | May to September | Fully Equiped | Wireless Internet | (250) 390-0185 |
| Tigh-na-mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre | varies - please call | varies - please call | Full kitchens | Phone and internet available | (250) 248-2072 | |
| Westwood Lake R.V., Camping & Cabins | Please call or see website | Please call or see website | Oct to April - winter rates, April to Sept - summer rates | Available in cabins | (250) 753-3922 |