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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is ₩101,190
₩117,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Buccaneer Inn
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

2. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (352 reviews)
"Beautiful view"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is ₩137,650
₩159,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

3. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (873 reviews)
"I liked the location to the ferry."
Canada
Gary
The price is ₩86,054
₩99,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
The Spot
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

4. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (808 reviews)
"Nice location easy walk up the hill from the ferry terminal."
Canada
miles
The price is ₩92,686
₩107,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Departure Bay Motel
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

5. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (854 reviews)
"Was a good price for the room which has been renovated in the past few years."
Canada
Tyler
The price is ₩102,635
₩119,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Bluebird Motel
A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

6. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,905 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! Would definitely stay here again. Convenient location & tons of stuff in walking distance with beautiful views."
United States
Katelyn
The price is ₩167,846
₩194,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Coast Bastion Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

7. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Canada
James
The price is ₩142,074
₩164,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Best Western Northgate Inn
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

8. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,121 reviews)
"Beautiful views of the lake, comfortable bed, a truly lovely stay! I will gladly book here again next time I visit Nanaimo :)"
Canada
Kristina
The price is ₩147,958
₩171,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Inn On Long Lake
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

9. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,387 reviews)
"Super close to ferries."
Canada
Nathalie
The price is ₩143,871
₩166,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

10. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely clean, great location...Great stay"
Canada
Yusuf
The price is ₩127,838
₩148,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

11. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very pleased with our stay. Breakfast was also great!"
Canada
Paulette
The price is ₩146,446
₩169,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

12. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,535 reviews)
"Clean room/breakfast was good/staff very friendly all and all very good stay."
Canada
Robert J
The price is ₩99,319
₩115,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A signpost with the text "May Peace Be in Our Homes and Communities" and "Puissé la Paix dans le Monde".

13. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"I had a self-catered 3-night solo silent retreat at Bethlehem and am so glad I did. If you want to unplug and reconnect within and with whatever you understand as creation, this is a great place to do it. The facilities are simple but more than adequate, the property is beautiful with a labyrinth, library, pond feature and more, and Westwood Lake could not be more beautiful."
Canada
Brandon
The price is ₩76,970
₩117,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Bethlehem Centre
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

14. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,057 reviews)
"Lovely staff, comfortable accomodation and good breakfast included."
Canada
Elisabeth
The price is ₩140,541
₩163,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

15. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
6 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay, very clean and friendly staff."
Canada
Chris
The price is ₩89,757
₩104,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Harbour Light Motel
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
7 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,543 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Canada
Ralph
The price is ₩141,344
₩163,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, large windows, and chandeliers.

17. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff and close to amenities and local attractions."
Canada
Steven
The price is ₩135,878
₩157,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A building with a sign reading "Painted Turtle Guesthouse."

18. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (298 reviews)
"The Painted Turtle was a good accommodation choice for my stay in Nanaimo. The location was convenient and the availability of cooking facilities was a plus."
United States
Lynne
The price is ₩118,102
₩136,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

19. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (561 reviews)
"Everything the staff, the room especially the washroom is so clean"
Canada
Louie
The price is ₩93,537
₩108,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Diplomat Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

20. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good rooms and good rates"
Canada
Sheldon
The price is ₩90,985
₩105,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
View
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
352 reviews
View
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
873 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
808 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
854 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Departure Bay Beach

A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (808)
The price is ₩92,686
₩107,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Departure Bay Motel

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Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"Good"
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Departure Bay Beach?
Departure Bay Beach is located in Nanaimo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?
Inn On Long Lake is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a private beach and free breakfast. It's located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Coast Bastion Hotel and Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Departure Bay Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Departure Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Departure Bay Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Departure Bay Beach?
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What can I see and do near Departure Bay Beach?
Sights like Bastion and Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at The Port Theatre and The Globe Live Studio. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Beach Estates Park and Petroglyph Park.