Island View B&B - Nanaimo

Island View B&B: Family-Friendly Bed & Breakfast with Personalized Breakfasts and Ocean Views in Nanaimo

Breakfast

Island View B&B Nanaimo offers a personalized breakfast experience where guests discuss their menu choices with the host the evening before. The morning meal includes fresh fruit, homemade scones, and scrambled eggs or croissants with eggs. Breakfast takes place in a dining room with ocean views, and the host often sits to chat with guests during the meal.

Accommodations

The B&B has twin rooms with garden view and queen rooms with sea view, each with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. Every room includes a coffee station with tea, coffee, biscuits, and chocolate, plus bathrobes and free toiletries. Family rooms are available, allowing up to two children under 2 years old without extra charge.

Outdoor Spaces

The property features a large garden that the host maintains and often shows to guests, with flowers, birds (including hummingbirds), and a peaceful setting. The garden is accessible for relaxation and offers seating areas for guests. A short 5-minute walk leads to the beach, where bald eagles, otters, and sunsets can be seen.

Location

Island View B&B is located 8 mi from Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome and offers a paid airport shuttle service. Nearby attractions include Newcastle Island Marine Park, the Nanaimo Museum, and Bastion Park with its historic bastion. The B&B is also close to several dining options, including a pub that serves evening meals, and parks like Piper's Lagoon and Neck Point Park.

Family-Focused Amenities

Island View B&B provides family rooms and welcomes families with children, including children under 2 years old at no additional cost. The host offers a welcoming atmosphere and can recommend nearby restaurants and parks suitable for families. The large garden and proximity to the beach make it easy for families to spend time outdoors.

• Personalized breakfast: guests discuss menu with host the night before
• Rooms: queen and twin rooms with sea or garden views
• Garden: half-acre garden with hummingbirds and flowers
• Location: 5-min walk to beach, near Newcastle Island Marine Park
• Family: up to two children under 2 years free, family rooms available