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Harbor city character

Nanaimo anchors Vancouver Island's eastern shore as a city shaped by its working waterfront and deep Indigenous roots. The Snuneymuxw First Nation has called this harbor home for thousands of years, with their presence woven into sites like Newcastle Island. The Bastion, an 1853 Hudson's Bay Company fortification, stands as the last of its kind in North America. The Harbourfront Walkway connects seaplane terminals, floating restaurants, and Maffeo Sutton Park, creating a maritime promenade where ferries and wildlife share the waters.

Coastal access and culinary identity

Neighborhoods like Hammond Bay and Departure Bay offer dramatic shoreline parks where sea lions and orcas appear regularly. Neck Point Park delivers rugged Pacific Northwest scenery through Garry oak groves and pebble beaches, while the Old City Quarter's heritage buildings house boutiques and restaurants focused on Vancouver Island ingredients. The city claims the Nanaimo Bar as its signature dessert, with a dedicated trail guiding visitors through creative interpretations at local bakeries and cafes.

Strategic island position

Seaplanes reach downtown Vancouver in 20 minutes from Nanaimo's harbor, making this an efficient base for travelers needing mainland access without ferry wait times. Nearby Gabriola Island and Parksville's beaches offer quick escapes into quieter coastal settings, positioning Nanaimo between the island's wilderness and urban conveniences.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nanaimo

Can I book hotels in Nanaimo on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles for your hotel reservation in Nanaimo, or you can opt for a miles-plus-cash combination to provide more booking options. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Nanaimo?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals reserved through Delta Stays. Plus, you will receive access to Member promotions at select properties, along with the option to complete payment using miles, cash, or a combination. Simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash to ensure you earn your miles. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies vary by property. We recommend reviewing the specific cancellation policy displayed under each hotel's details before completing your reservation. Some rates may be refundable, while others may be non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the mileage credits you earn and receive in your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

Your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card offers enhanced mileage earning potential along with a suite of benefits, including an annual statement credit up to $200 that can be utilized for prepaid accommodations when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply to these offers. To explore all the benefits available with your card, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page for complete details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

From time to time, Delta Stays may present special opportunities for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on their hotel and vacation rental bookings made through Delta Stays. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, Delta Stays is available to everyone for hotel bookings. However, by becoming a SkyMiles Member, you will unlock the ability to earn miles and access Member-only prices and offers. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and additional charges). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Register today by visiting the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Yes, beyond traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your travel needs. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and specialty lodging powered by Vrbo by visiting the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in Nanaimo?

In Nanaimo, you’ll find 28 hotels to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Coast Bastion Hotel has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10, and features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Another top-rated bed & breakfast is Maple View Bed and Breakfast, where you can enjoy a free full breakfast and free parking.

What's a good time of year to visit Nanaimo?

To experience Nanaimo during great weather, consider a visit in July when the temperature averages 70°F and the skies are sunny with minimal rainfall. For off-peak prices and fewer crowds, consider visiting during April when temperatures reach a mild 55°F with pleasant conditions and lower airfare.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar