Coast Bastion Hotel

Nanaimo, Vancouver Island

Superior Room
Minnoz Restaurant and Lounge
Minnoz Restaurant
Premium Room
Comfort Room
Superior Room
Minnoz Restaurant and Lounge
Minnoz Restaurant
Premium Room
Comfort Room

The hotel

Kicking-off point for strolls along the seawall, days out in downtown Nanaimo, and jaunts to scenic shoreline spots from nearby Nanaimo Harbour, Coast Bastion Hotel is comfortably close to all the action. Its location by the harbour doesn’t just give you mesmerising ocean views, it also makes experiencing the ocean’s attractions effortless — whether you fancy swimming in Mallard Lake on Newcastle Island, sailing north to the waterfront parks of Piper’s Lagoon or Neck Point, or simply toasting your stay at Canada’s only registered floating pub, over on Protection Island. When you’re ready to rest, Coast Bastion Hotel welcomes you home with creature comforts like complimentary WiFi access, indulgences like the spa’s oxygen therapy, and a taste of British Columbia at Minnoz Restaurant & Lounge, where the menu often features West Coast favourites like wild BC salmon and Granville Island Honey Lager.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Families
  • Room Service
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Conveniently located near BC Ferries Ferry Terminal on the waterfront in Downtown Nanaimo, overlooking the Georgia Strait, close to many local restaurants and shops. Transfer time from Vancouver Airport: 3 hours 15 minutes, to include ferry crossing.

Hotel information

179 rooms. All with Juliet balconies, air-conditioning, LCD TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, coffee maker, safe, iron and board and hair dryer. Comfort Rooms are located on the 3rd–7th floors and feature partial ocean views from the Juliet balcony, with 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Superior Rooms are located on the 8th and 9th floors with partial ocean views from the Juliet balcony and include soft bathrobes for your comfort, with either 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Premium Rooms are found on the higher floors, offering partial ocean views from the Juliet balcony and include soft bathrobes for your comfort, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Minnoz Restaurant & Lounge. Pure Spa* and Oxygen Bar*. Studio 31 Salon*. Fitness centre. 24-hour room service*. Concierge service, bike storage*, business centre. Laundry service*. Complimentary WiFi access. Self parking is available for CA$9 per 24 hours (payable locally, subject to change).

*Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1119)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fabulous stay

May 23, 2019 Venture16908903241 Vancouver, Canada

When I booked, there was only one wheelchair accessible room left, I had no choice since I was coming in for business trip. When I checked in I was pleasantly surprised with the complimentary room upgrade with a beautiful water view and spacious suite. The room and view were amazing and the staff are super friendly and helpful.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent service and well-appointed rooms

May 20, 2019 MusicLady73 Calgary, Canada

Final night of a mini-vacation, so I decided to treat myself to a little pampering. The Coast Bastion in Nanaimo more than filled that bill - and exceeded my expectations. I chose to get a Premier Suite that faces the harbour, and it was a great choice. The room is spacious and tastefully decorated. Largest flat screen TV I’ve ever seen in a hotel… Read more
Final night of a mini-vacation, so I decided to treat myself to a little pampering. The Coast Bastion in Nanaimo more than filled that bill - and exceeded my expectations. I chose to get a Premier Suite that faces the harbour, and it was a great choice. The room is spacious and tastefully decorated. Largest flat screen TV I’ve ever seen in a hotel room all in HD. A comfortable chaise lounger or an armchair for relaxation, and an especially comfy king-sized bed. Coffee maker, fridge, glassware included. Lovely toiletries in the washroom, along with thick terry cloth robes for guests. The view from the balcony overlooks the harbour and the seaplane terminal. The service at the Reception desk was excellent: welcoming, personable, and accommodating to some special needs. Thank you to Sabrina for excellent customer service. I chose to eat in the hotel, and I’m glad I did! The chef’s appetizer special of a B.C. Brie and Morel phyllo tartlet with Pico de Gallo was beautifully prepared and scrumptious. The seafood chowder was hearty and flavourful. Canadians love our Nanaimo bars, but their signature dessert took the humble square to a higher level. They created a Nanaimo cheesecake that was light and airy, and topped with chocolate ganache. Service by Kyla was personable, attentive, and efficient. Easy walks all around the hotel to enjoy and a city parade next door. Numerous pubs and restaurants to cater to anyone’s palate. Very pleased with my choice, and I am looking forward to returning here again. Thank you for a lovely stay, Coast Bastion Nanaimo! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Hotel staff is friendly. Room is clean,

May 17, 2019 ma M

It's my favor hotel. I stayed in a pet friendly room. The first room gave to me after check in wasn't clean. I asked to switch room. The front desk is very nice. She changed my room. This one is as clean as usual. Hotel location is great. Restaurant is slow. Ordered pasta for dinner. It wasn't good.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Couldn't ask for more!

May 15, 2019 Gerard S Saskatoon, Canada

This is a fantastic property with great views from the hotel rooms that take in the marina and mountains. Thank you to management for my impeccable room. A very quiet hotel. Great gym. Super clean, fantastic staff, located to lots of shops and restaurants. I can't say enough good things about the Bastion. In fact, I recommended that some friends… Read more
This is a fantastic property with great views from the hotel rooms that take in the marina and mountains. Thank you to management for my impeccable room. A very quiet hotel. Great gym. Super clean, fantastic staff, located to lots of shops and restaurants. I can't say enough good things about the Bastion. In fact, I recommended that some friends stay there as well as family members after I had been, and they did, and agree with my review. You simply can't go wrong. Read less
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May 15, 2019 Climber39215705867

Excellent stay, great room, great location and good price! I definitely would stay here again and definitely would recommend it to everyone! I appreciated that the fitness room was clean and easy to use. The staff were lovely. Thank you!