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.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1215)
  • Very good (615)
  • Average (165)
  • Poor (56)
  • Terrible (35)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Would definitely stay here again and again :)

Mar 17, 2020 ebrandon1

The view we had from our exceptionally clean and modern room was nothing short of amazing! Staff were super friendly and accommodating! Would definitely stay here again as well as recommend it to anyone travelling to Nanaimo or surrounding areas :)
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Mar 11, 2020 Ivsterre Collingwood, Canada

Stayed here for three nights. Room was clean and comfortable with a bright bathroom. We had a lovely view of the harbour. The staff in the restaurant and at the desk were great. Couldn’t do enough for us. The price was also right.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent Service & Great Location

Mar 10, 2020 PookyCake Victoria, Canada

The Coast Bastion is routinely recognized as one of the best hotels in Nanaimo. In the last couple of years, it’s even been ranked as one of the “most romantic” hotels in British Columbia, no doubt because of their gorgeous jetted tub ocean-view rooms. With its contemporary décor and reasonable rates, the Coast Bastion is thus able to offer a… Read more
The Coast Bastion is routinely recognized as one of the best hotels in Nanaimo. In the last couple of years, it’s even been ranked as one of the “most romantic” hotels in British Columbia, no doubt because of their gorgeous jetted tub ocean-view rooms. With its contemporary décor and reasonable rates, the Coast Bastion is thus able to offer a subtle refined elegance without breaking the bank. It is for this reason that the Coast Bastion is my preferred accommodation when in Nanaimo. When it comes to location, it’s tough to beat the Coast Bastion. Situated within the downtown core, the hotel is within walking distance of a plethora of Nanaimo’s major attractions: The historic Bastion is right across the street; the Harbourfront Walkway is literally a stone’s throw away; the Convention Centre is literally a two-minute walk; the beautiful and dynamic Maffeo Sutton Park is about 5 minutes down the road; the Casino Nanaimo is but a short distance; and the Old City Quarter is also a mere five minutes away. The Coast Bastion is also surrounded by a number of charming eateries, pubs and shops, should that catch your fancy. Additionally, major transport hubs such as BC Ferries and Harbour Air are within close proximity. The Coast Bastion contains all of the amenities we’ve come to expect of a modern hotel. There’s a large conference space available; a fully equipped business centre; fitness room; and even a salon. For my money, though, Minnoz is the real on-site treasure. Functioning as the Coast Baston’s in-house restaurant, Minnoz places a keen emphasis on style and taste. Both “land and sea” offerings are given their due, but the seafood really takes the cake for me. The Minnoz chowder is some of the best clam chowder I’ve ever had. For more on Minnoz, please see my earlier review on this site. Our accommodation was very comfortable. We had a “Superior Double/Double” room and thus were privy to a decent view of the ocean. It was nice to retire here after a long day and get a restful night’s sleep. We would heartily recommend the Coast Bastion (on Bastion street) to anyone visiting the Nanaimo area. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best service ever

Mar 10, 2020 sailorgal999 Vancouver Island

The hotel was undergoing extensive renovation, which did not affect my stay at all. Front desk staff were friendly and helpful, helping me to sort out where to park my oversized truck. Because of my corporate affiliations and previous stays as a guest, they did not require a deposit. My favourite place to stay on Van Island.
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Mar 5, 2020 mardar12

great showers soft towels comfortable beds she is a bit dated looking and the area is bad parking not so great people coming right up to your vehicle asking for money front desk lady not that friendly but bellhop concierge was amazing