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Buccaneer Inn

1577 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9S 4E3, Canada
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4.5 of 5 stars 128 Reviews
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  • Very comfortable(3)
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mkessler
Prince Rupert, Canada
Senior Contributor
38 reviews
13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012

Was there on quick business trip. I realize that place doesnt have A/C and it wasnt really necessary for the trip. It wasnt bad, but it wasnt great. Decent place to say. More

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Melinda D
Dallas, Texas, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

We arrived late after a very long day of travel. It was such a pleasant surprise to find a host and a room that made us feel right at home. We were going for easy and comfortable and that's what we found in abundance. Thanks to all at the Buccaneer in for a great night. We will be back next... More

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Arun N
Los Angeles, California
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011

Worst motel experience ever. Rude service, over-priced rooms, crappy quality overall. Definitely would not recommend this place to anyone. The only reason I stayed was the location was convenient for my trip. More

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Dave Ilyn, Owner at Buccaneer Inn, responded to this review
2 January 2012

Dear Arun N, Thank you very much for reviewing your recent stay and for the opportunity for us to reiterate our Smoke Free policy. We proudly offer 100% smoke free rooms and grounds. Our Smoke Free policy is clearly detailed on our website and online reservation form, is in the reservation confirmation email sent to all guests, is on the... More

Bluesmile99
Vancouver Island
Reviewer
3 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2011

In town for an overnight stay and Christmas party. Location was our first priority but we would now come back for the friendliness, cleanliness, location and amenities. Everything we needed was there. The room was spotless and I have always liked having a fridge and microwave for leftovers and being able to make fresh coffee or tea. Real cream in... More

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rabidpenguin101
Contributor
14 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2011

Fantastic welcome from one of the owners, very friendly and helpful. Great communication as we were making the reservation. Comfortable and clean one bedroom suite, with good facilities. Very close to the ferry terminal and handy for downtown Nanaimo. Very highly recommended. More

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Wpgtraveler64
Winnipeg, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2011

Well it started with the booking, the folks were so helpful they answered many questions and when we checked in it was more of the same. We chatted at length( I hope to see them again soon). We selected the suite with the fireplace. The kitchen had everything we needed and everything worked great. One Rainy evening we tried out... More

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worldcitizen31
Parabiago, Italy
Senior Contributor
43 reviews
40 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011

We were looking for a motel and being on a 1 night transfer from Victoria to Ucluelet we would have expected something a little shabby and anonymous. Instead, Buccaneer Inn has been a very pleasant surprise, with its spotless clean apartment (living room plus kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom) full of naval blue personal details. Dave is a terrific host, kind... More

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jhoppy01
Perth Australia
Top Contributor
74 reviews
82 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2011
4
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We were met by owner, Dave, who we felt at ease with immediately as he told some funny stories (love the Canadian sense of humour!!!) who then asked us how long we were staying for. As we were leaving before the next booking was checking in, he put us in the Deluxe Channelview Fireplace Suite for the same price as... More

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MarianneO22448
Monterey, California
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4 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2011
3
people found this review helpful

Dave and Marlene are helpful and friendly. They know what is worth doing on their island. Place is comfortable and within reach of all we wanted to do. Taking a walk on the Promenade was fun and got to see the locals and their pups. Cowichan Bay was worth seeing for us...great bakery grinding own grain and the hazelnut bread... More

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Wouteros
Zaandijk, The Netherlands
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2011
3
people found this review helpful

As mentioned on Trip Advisor and in the Lonely planet this motel exeeds expectations. We've spend a couple of days at the Buccaneer on our way to Tofino, as well on our way back to Vancouver. With 2 rooms to review we can most defenitly agree with the proud owners, trip advisor and lonely planet. The rooms are spacious, clean,... More

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Address: 1577 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9S 4E3, Canada

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