The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, offers a serene retreat with its garden and restaurant. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas, unwind on the terrace or enjoy amenities like smoke-free premises and microwaves upon request; guests rave about the helpful staff.
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Vancouver Island University - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive - 20.0 km
Getting around
Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 2 min drive
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 15 min drive
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 51 min drive
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 82 min drive
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 178 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 14 min walk
Starbucks - 11 min walk
White Sails Brewing - 13 min walk
Carlos O'Bryan pub - 18 min walk
McDonald's - 11 min walk
About this property
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites puts you just a 5-minute drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Hungarian
At a glance
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Hotel size
42 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (8:30 AM - 9:30 PM) and Thursday - Saturday (8:30 AM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
SUSHI MOMIJI Japanese Res - Onsite sushi bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Administrative fee: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Also known as
Port-O-Call Inn Nanaimo
Port-O-Call Inn
Port-O-Call Nanaimo
The O Call & Suites Nanaimo
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Motel
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Nanaimo
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Motel Nanaimo
Frequently asked questions
Does The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (3-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites and nearby?
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, SUSHI MOMIJI Japanese Res.
What's the area around The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites like?
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites is located a short 12-minute walk from Maffeo Sutton Park.
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The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Hotel staff are great.
Sasha
Sasha, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 8, 2025
Terrible place. Avoid staying at this place.
This place stinks, very rude front desk (Omar). We left the property with in an hour due to its inhabitable condition. We booked 2 rooms for 3 nights but ended up not even staying for the day. They still charged 1 night for 2 rooms. I understand they might have strict cancellation policy but the place have to be habitable. I have small kids with asthma and this place is dangerous.
Pruthvi
Pruthvi, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 8, 2025
It had beds and we did sleep
We were greeted by a welcoming daddy long legs on the wall. The room was reasonably clean unless you looked under the beds. The burn marks on the table gave it a rustic feel. The stick in the open sliding window gave a faint sence of security. The premium HVAC system included a fan on the desk and an AC unit on the floor with a hose out the window. We had the VIP suite on the second floor closest to the road for maximum noise. The courtyard has a large non-functioning fountain.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 1, 2025
Stayed for one night. The room was clean with coffee machine and mini fridge. Pretty quiet overall. Easy check in. Would stay again
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 6, 2025
Very run down. Mattress and pillows lumpy. Worst of all bottom sheet on bare, old mattress. No mattress pad. The sheet was too small and we had to get up multiple times to try to fit it back on. Curtains too long on floor but let light in insides. Lots of road noise. Bare bulbs in bathroom light. Outside cement dirty.
Rita
Rita, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 11, 2025
This was legitimately the most disgusting place I have ever stayed. Everything was dirty, the toilet was taped together, and the bedding had tons are hard crusty spots.
Kristen
Kristen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Easy access, clean set up.
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2024
great place to stay
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 16, 2025
What wasn't to like?
Beautiful view.
Fielding
Fielding, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
Clean and inexpensive.
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2025
It’s pretty good for the price
DAN
DAN, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 20, 2025
a little bit Noisy
guo
guo, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 31, 2025
Bed was extremely uncomfortable.
No coffee maker or microwave.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 31, 2025
This hotel is ok for a quick stopover. We could see daylight around the door so it is not very soundproof and combined with traffic it was noisy. Room was small…barely room for our luggage. Hotel is just alright.
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 12, 2025
Pretty much completely average
Devon
Devon, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 5, 2025
Very nice room but floors are cold
Phoebe
Phoebe, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 25, 2025
Wasnt expecting alot a
Yo
Yo, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 19, 2025
Looks like nobody cleaned the room: dust and cobwebs on the ceiling and lamp. The faucet in the sink is barely holding up, and it's scary to use it because it seems like it will break with just one movement. The staff were friendly and helpful. And you will not find a hair dryer in the room or motel they don't have it.
Iryna
Iryna, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 7, 2024
Perfect for what we were looking for.
Danita
Danita, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 13, 2025
Definitely a 2 star hotel. Don't take your shoes off. There was once a peep hole in the door, now there's just a hole. Door felt secure other than that. The tap in the shower moves freely, pretty sure that's not supposed to happen, shower still works but water pours out the tap at the same time but what do I care, I'm not paying the water bill. Outside smelled like a carnival but maybe that's just Nanaimo or BC, I'm not from here. It really wasn't as cheap as it could've been for all this!