See all properties
Condo

Downtown, Walkers Paradise.

Photo gallery for Downtown, Walkers Paradise.

Front on Chapel st. (one way) parking garage at rear on Skinner st.
Rear interior couryard
Lobby
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 569.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Nanaimo, BC
  • Bastion
    3 min walk
  • Nanaimo Museum
    4 min walk
  • Casino Nanaimo
    6 min walk
  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    5 min walk

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Downtown, Walkers Paradise.

Modern 1 bedroom and den condo. Sleeps 5, fully equipped kitchen, fully furnished, and in-suite laundry. Stay for a couple of days, a week, or longer. No smoking. No pets.This lovely residence is perfect for a business person who needs the feeling of a home away from home or individuals and families who want to prepare their own meals. The home is perfectly positioned in the historic downtown. It's just a few steps away from the wonderful seawall walking, sailing, theatres, and shopping. You'll enjoy the benefits of stepping out for dinner without the worry about driving the car. Everything is close by. Available long-term rate for off-season rental from Nov. to May. Guests must be greeted to acquire access, check-in times must be no later than 7 pm.

Property manager

Carolle

Languages

English, French

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Similar properties

Beach
RELAX, BE INSPIRED HAVE FUN IN THIS SAVVY SEAGULL SUITE RETREAT
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
9.8 out of 10, (147 reviews)
RELAX, BE INSPIRED HAVE FUN IN THIS SAVVY SEAGULL SUITE RETREAT

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted in the building common areas , including outdoor patios and decks.
Guests must be physically greeted for access on check-in day, so arrival times must not be later than 7pm
Smoking of any substance isn't permitted in or anywhere on the property.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nanaimo

Located in Nanaimo, this condo is in the city centre and by the sea. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and Brechin Lanes are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Nanaimo, BC

What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 4 min walk
  • Old City Quarter - 6 min walk
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪White Sails Brewing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Javawocky - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Vault Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lighthouse Bar and Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Old City Station Pub - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown, Walkers Paradise. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown, Walkers Paradise.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown, Walkers Paradise.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown, Walkers Paradise. located?

Located in the heart of Nanaimo, this condo building is steps from Bastion and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Nanaimo Museum and Casino Nanaimo are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Graeme M., Australia

Excellent apartment in a great location
Carolle's apartment is fantastic. Located right in the heart of the quieter downtown section of Nanaimo. Plenty of cafes and eating options in a close walking distance. The undercover car parking spot was great so I didn't have to park my rental car on the street. The apartment itself was great. Well presented and clean with all of the things a traveller could ask for. Full cooking facilities, washing machine and dryer, ironing board etc... The bed was super comfy and the apartment was toasty warm. Good tv access through Telus with plenty of viewing options. For the price this apartment was great and I would definitely stay here again if I'm ever back in Nanaimo. Thanks Carolle.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Near Wharf
Easy walking distance to the wharf.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Unit
The unit was very nice. We enjoyed our stay. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ghislain L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
Staying here was perfect. Edith, the greeter, was so friendly. The condo was clean and had everything we needed. Could not ask for a better location as right downtown and so close to the waterfront. If this is available on our next visit to Nanaimo, will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

YIMING S., Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very comfortable
Great location, very comfortable and cozy accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super stay
A great location in downtown Nanaimo-close to all rhe downtown and old town shops and bars and the ferries to the islands. Great family friendly parks all within walking distance too. Lovely apartment and i especially liked siting on the patio in the sun and peace with a morning coffee. Only disappointing thing is the photos online show the harbour and whales so i had presumed that was the view from the apartment but the apartment is not on the harbour and you cannot see the sea from it. Other than that, all super.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to Everything
Well appointed, clean property. Very close for walks to the harbour, parks, and restaurants. TC Highway only a minute from the underground parking spot for out of town exploration. What more can you ask for?
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot
Place was clean and well stocked. Loved the patio area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nanaimo stay
Excellent place to stay. Location was great within walking distance of pubs, restaurants, water front. Accommodation was superb, just what we wanted. Exceptionally well furnished and stocked. Great host who showed us around on arrival. Lovely sitting area outside. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Stay for our Daughter's Grad From VIA
As our daughter has been in Nanaimo for the last six years, it has almost become our second home. We have always been pleased with ours stays in various rentals throughout the city, and in this case we were not disappointed. The location was great, close to downtown, the port etc. The place was lovely and well appointed and the kitchen very well equipped. Our communications with the on-site caretaker were very good. The patio was also very nice, unfortunately the Nanaimo weather did not allow us to use it. We would book this place again, as it also allows for pets, which we did not bring with us this time, but would like to in future bookings.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
Was good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location
We thoroughly enjoyed this property. It was very clean and welcoming. The location is great and an easy walk to all types of amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Shelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Central location for down town!
Was a good stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely suite.
This is a beautifully decorated suite in the heart of downtown Nanaimo. One block to the amazing waterfront, the location is awesome for this property. We especially appreciated the ground level access to the private courtyard and the secure underground parking.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
highly recommend
had a very nice stay would highly recommend very safe and secure
Stayed 25 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Irvine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Love the facility very convenient lots of services with in walking distance. Have to give the restaurant’s a 5 star never got to visit all So we’ll need to visit again. Thanks Irv &Vicki
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice condo
great location, nice outside access patio. definitely would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just wonderful
The location of this unit could not have been more convenient. There were plenty of interesting things to see and good places to eat within walking distance yet it was convenient for getting on main roads for our driving activities. The place was immaculate and having laundry facilities was a great plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodations & location!
We totally enjoyed our time at Carolle's condo! It was so nice to have the kitchen & laundry stocked so well. No need to bring any of the extras like a cooler or outdoor chairs. You can walk right out the door to multiple cafes & restaurants. If you enjoy walking along a waterfront walkway, this is the place for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful space and location
The space was great, it had everything our family needed! Beds were super comfy, excellent shower pressure, place was spotless!! The location was top notch!! Walking distance to all that downtown Nanaimo has to offer! Landlord was super responsive! We would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Atractive appartment Downtown Nanaimo
The appartment was a great base for exploring local tourist attractions. It was very comfortable for our family of three and well equiped. The portable airconditionner installed in the suite helped us through the heatwave. The building had a secured underground garage. The suite also featured a small lovely patio.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

4rhrpAEcd0Lr3O2ECPWffSl2fK29sG1pXlAF1EZz4MnyNbqG9wHLsGxFVAAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSIb A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property Owner Fraudulent Behaviour
This review is written at the direction of VRBO as a step in an open case file about the billing experience with this Owner. The advertisement posted by Owner claimed the unit sleeps 5 people and there would be a charge for cleaning on the bill. On date of departure the Owner wrote us stating she would be charging us an additional amount for further cleaning. Upon leaving the property we followed the owners instructions completely as written to us. The Owner wrote we had expressly agreed to clean the unit to clause 3 of our agreement. She advised we then did not clean the place to the satisfaction of her cleaning staff and there was a stain on a duvet cover that dry cleaning could not get out. No evidence has been provided for either claim. After reviewing the terms of agreement, at the Owner’s direction to us, and our initial bill it has become clear - we were overcharged quite substantially on the initial bill than was initially advertised. Then she further used our credit card to charge us more for unsubstantiated additional cleaning and for an additional person when we had the appropriate number for the unit. We informed the Owner the place was cleaned prior to departure per the terms of agreement. We informed the Owner of her failure to abide by terms of her own agreement in overcharging us on the initial bill. The Owner did not respond to this correspondence. The Owner’s behaviour is both disappointing and fraudulent. The Owner refuses to honour her own contract, by charging more than agreed to on the initial bill without explanation and reason. The charge for further cleaning, is for cleaning beyond the terms of her own agreement, and without any evidence to support. This Owner’s billing practices and conduct should be reviewed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend away!
We really enjoyed our stay at Carolle’s place! We weren’t able to contact for the check in process due to phone service issues but listing instructions were mostly accurate. I spoke to Carolle upon check out and she was a great host. Pets require being taken offsite for potty breaks but for us that was super easy. Right in downtown Nanaimo, walkable to so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diamond V., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb property
Our 5 day stay was faultless. The apartment was well equipped and spotless.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nanaimo downtown property
The location of this property in downtown Nanaimo was excellent for us as we were arriving by seaplane and did not have a car. It is within easy walking distance of the waterfront, restaurants, shops, and a grocery store.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Carolle

Host profile image
Hi my name is Carolle MacIntosh, and I love to travel. It's almost always about food tourism. Remote locations appeal to me some of the time but I simply adore being smack dab in the middle of a community; places where local people do business daily. The Historic Old City charm offers function and fun all wrapped into one package. Travel companions can branch out in their own separate directions while maintaining easy access to the holiday home base. Position me in the heart of downtown and I'm off to discover what made people want to settle there. After all this questing about, my heart is set on reviewing my discoveries over a fabulous glass of wine.

Why they chose this property

There's something special about waking up in the morning and going for a walk along the seawall. The flat calm serenity transforms before your eyes into a thriving harbour front showcasing merchants tidying storefronts, fishermen and leisure boaters preparing to set out on adventures, walkers strolling the seawall and the sound of seagulls lamenting to one another. The condo is within close walking distance to the attractions and business services. Walk to the conference centre.
I always marvel at the selection of exquisite shops and services available along the historic mainstreet. Old books, nifty art work and fashions for every member of the family including the pet. There are harbour tours or boat rides to the islands for food, fun or exercise. Ever kayak on a full moon? Try this guided adventure. It's a blast. Welcome to Nanaimo

What makes this property unique

No need to move the car for an evening out. Everything is mere steps away. 1 underground parking space with in-suite laundry.

Languages:

English, French
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback