Downtown Nanaimo, Canada

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The ShopDowntown.org Discount Card Program encourages local shopping by offering exclusive savings at participating downtown businesses. Shoppers can obtain a discount card by donating $20 or more to the American Cancer Society, unlocking deals of up to 15% off at local stores. The program supports small businesses, funds community health initiatives, and helps strengthen the local economy, making it a win-win for both merchants and consumers.

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Hotels

Ramada Nanaimo

315 Rosehill Street

Nanaimo, Canada

Maple View Bed and Breakfast

3315 Rock City Road

Nanaimo, Canada

Best Western Plus Dorchester Hotel

70 Church St

Nanaimo, Canada

Howard Johnson Hotel - Nanaimo Harbourside

1 Terminal Ave N

Nanaimo, Canada

Waterfront Suites and Marina

1000 Stewart Avenue

Nanaimo, Canada

The Marinaside Resort

1250 Stewart Ave

Nanaimo, Canada

Travelodge Nanaimo

96 Terminal Avenue North

Nanaimo, Canada

Days Inn Nanaimo

809 Island Hwy S

Nanaimo, Canada

Vancouver Island University Residences

4 University Crescent

Nanaimo, Canada

Coast Bastion Hotel

11 Bastion Street

Nanaimo, Canada

Hotel Tips

Other sources of noise can be opening and closing trash dumpsters and also during collection by garbage trucks. Another great question is if they have any renovation plans, or underway that could affect your ability to relax. Pack earplugs and eyeshades!

Upon check-in, slip the desk agent a tip and ask for the best room they can find at your current booked rate. Often times a quick $10 or $20 bill can go a long way towards the mood of the person who directly decides where you lay your head for the night.

Bring an actual credit card to avoid deposits and pre-authorizations consuming money in your checking account which will reduce your available balance. Hotels that accept paper cash often ask for a hefty deposit to cover potential damages in your room leaving you scrambling to find an ATM.

Things To Do

Nanaimo is the place to plan your wedding. You'll be spending a lot of time downtown as there are so many wonderful shops to find invitations, photographers, bakers, caterers and jewelers. Planning your wedding will be a breeze with so much support from local merchants to make a perfect and memorable day.

Nanaimo has a great collection of barber shops to choose from if you want to take a little off the top, get a clean shave or to trim your moustache or beard. Take a moment to consider buying some styling gel, beard oil or wax and always tip well.

Nanaimo keeps your pets fed, groomed, clothed and entertained with a wide assortment of ts.s available online and in-store. Does your dog need a bit of training? Check with us for great referrals to dog walkers, trainers and veterinarians who can work with your pets.

Why Do You Love Downtown?

Sharon Skipton

Will be there in a week. Looks like a great town!

Jennifer Birmingham

Love all the local shops.

Darcie Maassen

I love Downtown because I love the beautiful historic buildings. It's a very pretty area aesthetically. I also appreciate the great variety of delicious dining within a small area. Favorites include Capers, Pomodori, Paisanos, Bricktowne Brewery, Elements Tapas bar, Porters, Larks and 4 Daughters. They are all within 4-5 blocks!

Kim Knox

All the quaint shops, I like to support small business.

Cathrine Sutton

Cute shops

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