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Buccaneer Inn
Average price*: £39 (CAD 79) (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 based on 47 reviews 47 reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 15 hotels in Nanaimo
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  • Hotel class: 2 of 5
  • Rooms: 13
Description: Dave and Marlene welcome you to Nanaimo's highest rated, most awarded motel. We feature renovated, spotless, quiet, oceanview kitchen suites across... This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
1577 Stewart Avenue
Nanaimo, British Columbia V9S 4E3
Canada

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“Buccaneer Inn lived up to its reputation”

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5 of 5 stars
drsm
Michigan
15 Nov 2007
11/13 found this review helpful

The Buccaneer Inn lived up to its reputation here on TripAdvisor. My wife and I spent three nights there during our September trip to Vancouver Island. Dave, the owner, was very welcoming and gave us some good information on the area and on the Tofino area for when we got there. Our room consisted of a front sitting area and kitchenette and a back bedroom. The rooms were relatively spacious, and the price was reasonable for the area. There was a computer available in the office for checking email. The view across to Newcastle Island was great!

We arrived in town by train from Victoria, and the hotel was a bit of a walk from the (burned out) station. If you are on foot, you will get some exercise walking into town and back. On the other hand, its more remote location contributed to less noise.

If we were back in the area, we would stay there again without hesitation.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Good room for the price
    • Disliked — Distance from town
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
drsm's Summary
Date of Stay: September 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 35-49
Member since: 15 November 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Outdoor / Adventure, Other

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“Great spot”

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5 of 5 stars
RRSD
San Diego
8 Nov 2007
14/16 found this review helpful

Great spot. Really appreciated the care, value, and cleanliness of the "inn". Marlene suggested great local restaurants.
My wife and 9 year son thought the room was perfect and very cozy. Nice town & great hosts.

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RRSD's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2007
Member since: 08 November 2007

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“Great little place to stay!”

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4 of 5 stars
mbush35
Lafayette, OR
17 Aug 2007
17/18 found this review helpful

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Nanaimo. The town was great, loved the peaceful laid back atmosphere and above all, the stay we had at the Buccaneer Inn. Even though we had to switch rooms due to scheduling conflicts, we liked both rooms. Very clean, quiet, and very comfortable beds.

Looking forward to our next stay in Nanaimo and the Buccaneer Inn!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location
    • Disliked — No discounts with AAA members
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mbush35's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 35-49
Member since: 17 August 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, Families with Small Children, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, pet owners, Families with Teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Shopping, Sporting event

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“Reviews not wrong!”

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5 of 5 stars
Lancastrians
Lancashire
8 Aug 2007
17/17 found this review helpful

We booked the Buccaneer as a central location on the island when visiting relatives. We received a very warm welcome from the friendly hosts, who told us the best places to dine at and visit. We are only sorry that we didn't have time to see them all. The room was spotlessly clean and we would recommend the Buccaneer without hesitation. The lovely setting was a bonus!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Cleanliness
    • Disliked — Nothing
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Lancastrians's Summary
Date of Stay: June 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 19 August 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Other

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“Lonely Planet was right!”

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5 of 5 stars
londontothemax
london
28 Jul 2007
19/19 found this review helpful

Our Lonely Planet BC book said the Bucanneer was spick and span and how right they were. The inside and outside of the motel are spotless. Not a thing out of place anywhere.

Lonely Planet also said how friendly and helpful the owners are. Right again. They provided us with loads of tips on restaurants, sights, daytrips and even gave us pointers on which border crossing to use to get to Seattle quickest.

The other reviews on Trip Advisor for the Buccaneer echo our feelings. The Buccaneer is run how a motel, or any accommodation for that matter, should be run. Genuine, friendly service, great amenities (loved the bed with the duvet!), well decorated, spotless rooms in a great location and value for money.

Keep up the good work guys!

Max Smythe
London, UK

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — The friendly, helpful owners
    • Disliked — There is a bit of noise from the road but the bedrooms are at the back of the motel!
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
londontothemax's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: 28 July 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Older Travellers, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Shopping

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