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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, (423 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 ฿2,409
฿2,770 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 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, (927 reviews)
"Nice place and great staff"
Canada
Khushal
The price is ฿2,141
฿2,462 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Thunderbird Motor Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view of the forest, and a wooden floor.

3. Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
Heritage Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (290 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff."
Canada
Rene
The price is ฿3,554
฿4,087 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday House Motel
A wooden pier with benches overlooking a body of water, a sign indicating caution, and a view of houses and trees in the background.

4. Croftinn & Motel

Croftinn & Motel
2.0 star property
Crofton
7.2 out of 10, Good, (219 reviews)
"The staff were welcoming and very friendly throughout our stay! The property is dated but it didn’t cause any disruption to our stay, it’s a small town and we weren’t expecting five-star accommodations. Comfortable beds, cozy suite and overall a nice stay!"
Canada
Vanessa
The price is ฿3,545
฿4,076 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Croftinn & 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, (69 reviews)
"Good place for few nights. The attendant was very kind."
Canada
Hector
The price is ฿1,963
฿2,257 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 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, (256 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Shelley
The price is ฿2,100
฿2,415 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
South Shore 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.

7. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (995 reviews)
"Excellent location, helpful staff and plenty of space in the room. A comfortable stay."
United Kingdom
Jenny
The price is ฿2,123
฿2,463 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Buccaneer Inn
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

8. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
Nanaimo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, no-frills, ample parking, centrally located, competitively priced"
Canada
Ron
The price is ฿2,470
฿2,866 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Harbour Light Motel
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, (833 reviews)
"Staff very helpful, big room, bed comfy, shower head amazing, towels huge, nice outdoor space"
Canada
Shelli
The price is ฿2,593
฿3,008 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 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, (747 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is ฿1,945
฿2,256 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Departure Bay Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

11. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (994 reviews)
"Was an adequate room, clean and tidy, and comfortable."
Australia
Daelyn
The price is ฿2,113
฿2,451 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

12. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (551 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is ฿3,069
฿3,560 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Diplomat Motel
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, (829 reviews)
"Staff were amazing"
Canada
Thanh
The price is ฿3,040
฿3,527 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
The Bluebird Motel
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Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

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Chemainus Motels information

Number of reviews
4,084
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,256
Highest Price
฿4,087

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Chemainus?
If you're not able to 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 money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Chemainus?
Here are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Fuller Lake Motel: Enjoy access to the 2 outdoor tennis courts, and freebies including WiFi, self-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. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites: Enjoy access to the terrace and restaurant, as well as room amenities such as a microwave. Located 19.6 mi (31.6 km) from the heart of Chemainus. Harbour Light Motel: Central Chemainus is 18.1 mi (29.2 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and a computer station are available during your stay. Departure Bay Motel: 20.7 mi (33.3 km) from the heart of Chemainus. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Chemainus?
People visiting Chemainus like its theatre scene and coffee shops. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you 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 Bay Maritime Centre. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Chemainus Theatre, Fuller Lake Arena and Chemainus Marina.
What's the weather like in Chemainus?
Weather can make or break a road trip, 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 temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of 4°C. The rainiest months in Chemainus are November, January, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 226 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Chemainus while 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) 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 a rental car for your journey.

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