Nanaimo is a city located in British Columbia, Canada on the east coast of Vancouver Island. Nanaimo vacation rentals are typically cozy cabins or cottages by the sea. Treat your family to a property with decking or a balcony with amazing views over the surrounding area.
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Popular Rental Amenities in Nanaimo
Filters are provided so you can find the perfect vacation rental in Nanaimo. In Nanaimo, 77 vacation rentals offer "Pets allowed". Consequently, if you are looking for a pet-friendly rental, use the Pets allowed filter to compare these properties. Plan your vacation in advance if you want a rental providing a crib or you need a crib for your baby. There are just 64 listed rentals including "Crib" and 63 rentals including "No pets allowed."
What are the best activities for families in Nanaimo?
Explore Nanaimo with the kids
Nanaimo Kid Aerial Adventure is a fun ariel play park for children age five and above. Visitors can ride the zip line, climb, jump and swing through an obstacle course. There are log ladders, giant cargo nets and rope swings which are all great fun. The course also has a stunning backdrop of mountains, forest and the sea can even be seen.
Kids will also love Morning Star Bison Ranch. Catch a train through the bison heard, this allows you to get up close and personal with these lovely animals.
What are the best places to discover the arts and culture of Nanaimo?
Learn all about the history and culture of Nanaimo
The award-winning Nanaimo Museum gives visitors a sense of what life was like for the earliest settlers. There's a replica coal mine where you can experience what it would have been like working in the mines.
Visit Vancouver Island Military Museum to learn all about the military with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide, including Canada's wars. The museum houses a collection of post-war artefacts and weapons of the Allied forces. There's also a collection of medals that were given to Canadian heroes.
Where are the unique attractions in Nanaimo?
Explore the great outdoors
Westwood Lake Park has a path around the lake which is great for both walking and cycling and has some fantastic viewpoints. There is a great beach which is popular for swimming during the summer months.
For those of you who are into walking; Sugarloaf Mountain Park has some great trails. Climb to the top of the mountain to see amazing views and the opportunity to spot wildlife, plants and birds.
Information about vacation rentals in Nanaimo
| 🏡 Vacation rentals available | 315 rentals |
|---|---|
| 🌙 Nightly prices starting at | $79 |
| ⭐ Popular amenities | Pets allowed, Internet and Kitchen |
| 🐾 Pet friendly homes | 77 homes |
| 🏊 Vacation rentals with pools | 38 homes |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical availability of vacation rentals in Nanaimo?
September has the highest availability of Bed and breakfast rental in Nanaimo, so you can expect a lot of vacation rentals available, even for last-minute bookings.
What are the most popular vacation home amenities in Nanaimo?
Many travellers are searching for Pets allowed, Internet, and Kitchen when booking a vacation home in Nanaimo.
Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Nanaimo?
If you're travelling with a dog, over 24% of vacation rentals in Nanaimo are pet-friendly.
What's the best month to book a vacation rental in Nanaimo?
If you're looking for balmy weather, July and August are typically the hottest months in Nanaimo with temperatures around 21 °C. February and January in Nanaimo are the coldest, with 3 °C on average.
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