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Downtown Hideaway in the heart of downtown Nanaimo with fiber hi-speed wifi

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A multi-story hotel with ground-level shops and a curved neon sign.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a central island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A waterfront promenade with a wooden walkway, a red boat docked at the pier, and modern buildings in the background.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a potted plant, a fireplace, and a mounted flat-screen TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bastion

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Nanaimo, BC
  • Place, Bastion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Old City Quarter
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

Located in Downtown Nanaimo, a neighborhood in Nanaimo, this condo is near the airport and by the sea. Nanaimo Museum and The Globe Live Studio are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The Labyrinth. Ready for a night out? Consider Vancouver Island Conference Centre and The Port Theatre. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
Map
Nanaimo, BC

What's nearby

  • Bastion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Vancouver Island Conference Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old City Quarter - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Noodlebox - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Vault - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Hideaway in the heart of downtown Nanaimo with fiber hi-speed wifi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Hideaway in the heart of downtown Nanaimo with fiber hi-speed wifi ?

As of Nov 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Hideaway in the heart of downtown Nanaimo with fiber hi-speed wifi on Jan 31, 2027 start from $130, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Hideaway in the heart of downtown Nanaimo with fiber hi-speed wifi ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Hideaway in the heart of downtown Nanaimo with fiber hi-speed wifi ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Hideaway in the heart of downtown Nanaimo with fiber hi-speed wifi located?

Located in Downtown Nanaimo, this condo building is steps from Bastion, Nanaimo Boat Basin, and The Globe Live Studio. The Port Theatre and Nanaimo Museum are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo n the perfect place for walking access to everything wonderful on Nanaimo
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great 4 days. Comfortable and accessible to downtown harbour.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

Communication was very good with Barry and Janette. Check in was easy. Condo was spacious and clean and a great location. Thank you Barry and Janette.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot in the centre of everything

Perfect spot for a quick family vacation. Barry was well organized and his place was well equipped for our needs. The courtyard added to so much to the property and the AC unit was appreciated because we had gorgeous weather while in Nanaimo!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Heather was an excellent guest and left my unit in great shape. Any host would be lucky to have her!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very well equipped

Nicely maintained surroundings
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This place was within walking distance of the Port Theatre. We appreciated having our own kitchen and not having to eat out for every meal. There is a cute little patio area. Parking is very limited in downtown Nanaimo and appreciated the secure parking spot that was made available. It was everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Heart of Nanaimo, BC

Very convenient location . We stayed one month . Park your car in secure under ground parking. We walked everywhere, Historic Old Nanaimo, waterfront, parks and shopping, pubs, bc liquor store and a Cannabis Shop. There is a great street market on Thursday. Barry was a very congenial host.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Condo living

Barry”s condo was amazing it was stocked with everything you could had ever wanted or needed. Very convenient location the only bad thing I have to say is there is a homeless problem which has nothing to do with Barry’s place and we have been told by other residents that the city of Nanaimo is suppose to look after this in march we definitely 💯 recommend this condo and Barry was quick to answer any questions we had overall super happy
Stayed 39 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Perfect Stay in Downtown Nanaimo - Gem of a Condo!

My husband and I recently had the pleasure of staying at this condo in downtown Nanaimo, and it proved to be the perfect choice for our visit to see family. Barry, our attentive host, went above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable and that we had everything we needed. First and foremost, the condo's location is unbeatable. Nestled right in the heart of downtown Nanaimo, it provided easy access to shopping, dining establishments, and the picturesque waterfront. The vibrant main street added to the charm, especially with its Thursday evening market featuring local artisans, music, and food trucks. The condo itself was tastefully decorated and had everything we needed. The living area was spacious with comfortable furniture. The main bedroom, equally impressive, boasted a generous size and a fully stocked ensuite with an abundance of towels. A standout feature of the condo was undoubtedly the fully equipped kitchen. While we didn't cook during our stay, it was evident that the kitchen had everything one could possibly need including quality dinnerware and glassware. We also appreciated the beautiful patio, complete with a convenient BBQ for those wanting to cook outdoors. We wholeheartedly recommend this condo for anyone visiting downtown Nanaimo. Its prime location, tasteful decor, and comprehensive amenities make it a perfect choice for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Thank you, Barry, for providing us with an enjoyable experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good value

The host was very thorough at communicating details and answering any follow-up questions that we had. Perfect location for exploring downtown Nanaimo. Many handy restaurants nearby that are quite good.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fact finding

Property was excellent and in a nice neighbourhood. We all enjoyed our stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vancouver Retreat

The process of renting this property was absolutely no problem. Barry did everything to make it very very simple. The property was gorgeous and met all our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Gary and his crew were easy to work with and left the condo in great shape. He is welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, quiet and comfortable.

Great place to stay. Bit of mis-communication between landlord and myself about check in process, but it was quickly solved. Would definitely stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown naniamo

Great place, close to many amenities. The owner was very friendly and easy to talk to. I would definitely recommend this place if you are visiting Nanaimo.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
I am happy it worked so well for you Rick . You are welcome back anytime !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Flat, Great Town

Great apartment with all you need and a block up from the charming old town where there are lots of restaurants (great raw juice bar), 2 used bookstores, used video/cd store, Nanaimo museum and other shops. The Literacy Assoc used bookstore is outstanding. Found lots of fun books there and it supports a great cause. Barry is wonderful to work with and the other residents of the building are friendly and welcoming. Great underground parking space. Would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Beth was about the easiest guest in the world to host. My cleaner said it looked like nobody had been in the suite. Beth is a keeper for sure and is welcome anytime in my downtown hideaway . Barry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location and spCe

Wonderful location; restaurants, shopping, street market, the ocean and much more, all within walking distance. Very beautiful and comfortable space. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Hi Wendy I am happy that you enjoyed it as much as you did . You were a pleasure to host and are welcome back anytime. Happy Travels Barry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect

This place was a home from home and truly a hidden gem. Comfortable, spotless and close to all amenities 👍👍lived staying in this condo thanks Barry for sharing.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
It was wonderful to have you Jackie .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great proeprty, very quiet, excellent location!

Everything was great. No complaints. I would definitely stay here again. Book it! .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
I am glad you liked it Dan .
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Barry is an excellent host, and his place is excellent

My family of 4 had a great time at Barry's. His downtown hideaway is practically new, well finished, clean and fully stocked. Even though Barry was out of town during our stay, he was very responsive to our concerns. During our stay, Nanaimo was experiencing a heat wave and Barry had an air conditioner delivered to make sure our stay was comfortable, and it made all the difference (thanks Barry!). The location of Barry's downtown hideaway is ideal to access downtown amenities in Nanaimo, and easy commuting to many attractions that Vancouver Island has to offer.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding rental property, most highly recommended!

This is the most amazing rental residence I have ever experienced. Barry has set the condo up like a five star hotel grand suite. It is virtually brand-new and in outstanding condition. If I had the opportunity to give it a 10 star rating I would.
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Thank you so much Charles and thank you for leaving the suite in the shape you did ! As I am sure you know by now Linda is picky and she gave you the thumbs up on both your stay and the condition you left the place in . It is my hope that you will return to our Island again soon !! Happy Trails Barry
Archival

8/10 Good

Excellent location, great place, clean and comfortable for our family of 4.

Easy to find and acces the unit. The owner was prompt and friendly. Large trucks can not fit in the underground parking, but there is paid parking in the lane. Overall an excellent experience. Very nice clean and comfortable unit. Everything you want in a downtown harbour experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Location

Hey Barry, just wanted to drop you a note to let you know how much I enjoyed my stay at your condo. It's located right at the doorstep of my favorite part of downtown Nanaimo. You were right, it was really easy to get to from the float plane dock and centrally located for everything I needed to get to downtown. Loved taking the little ferry to the Dinghy Dock Pub for lunch. I sure hope your place is available next time I'm in town as I would definitely stay again. DG
Archival

10/10 Excellent

LOCATION! LOCATION!

I had a great two weeks staying at this condo. Although the weather did not cooperate, the stay was wonderful. A spacious place awaits you with newer stainless steel appliances, washer and dryer in unit, hardwood floors, two great showers and so much more such as underground parking. The location is absolutely great as you are within a two or three minute walk of the harbour and is a short walk to many of the restaurants, mall, museum, performing arts, shopping etc. I found the complex quiet and well kept. I certainly recommend this condo and would definitely stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Thank you Jesse It was a pleasure to have you stay here and I was genuinely touched with how clean you left the condo . I look forward to having you stay here next winter . Barry
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