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1. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.7 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (752 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is ₩79,068
₩91,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Departure Bay Motel

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 4 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,454 reviews)
"Close walk to the water, clean rooms and helpful staff"
Canada
Stephan
The price is ₩131,707
₩152,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

3. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (835 reviews)
"Staff very helpful, big room, bed comfy, shower head amazing, towels huge, nice outdoor space"
Canada
Shelli
The price is ₩95,753
₩111,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Spot

4. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Building is beautiful, room spotless, staff very helpful and kind. Had a wonderful stay. Will stay there again!"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is ₩149,916
₩173,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

5. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We had a great comfortable stay."
United States
Siddhant
The price is ₩86,322
₩100,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Buccaneer Inn

6. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5.1 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
"Fantastic place!!"
Canada
Manjusha
The price is ₩153,978
₩178,614 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

7. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,818 reviews)
"I stay here often - always great service!"
Canada
Nicole
The price is ₩158,620
₩184,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Coast Bastion Hotel

8. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.8 km from Departure Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The location of the hotel was absolutely perfect for our little family break"
Canada
Manvir
The price is ₩155,380
₩180,241 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Best Western Dorchester Hotel

9. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,103 reviews)
"beautiful location, really comfortable beds, clean rooms"
Canada
joya
The price is ₩190,635
₩221,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Inn On Long Lake

10. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. Right on the lake, clean, comfortable, and quiet."
Canada
Erin
The price is ₩78,793
₩120,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Bethlehem Centre

11. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and close to amenities."
Canada
Christine
The price is ₩165,004
₩191,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Quality Inn

12. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,027 reviews)
"Nice hotel reasonably priced."
Canada
Rick
The price is ₩143,871
₩166,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

13. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, no-frills, ample parking, centrally located, competitively priced"
Canada
Ron
The price is ₩120,900
₩140,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Harbour Light Motel

14. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (346 reviews)
"This was a really great place to stay with comfy bed and hotel room standards and amenities +. I especially was happy that they allow smoking on the balcony."
Canada
Wendy
The price is ₩149,248
₩173,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

15. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
22.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,344 reviews)
"Excellent staff lovely place great location will stay again"
Canada
Nicole Di
The price is ₩203,063
₩233,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,513 reviews)
"This is an adequate hotel, clean, but definitely an older facility."
Canada
Darlene
The price is ₩153,978
₩178,614 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

17. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.4 km from Departure Bay
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Was an adequate room, clean and tidy, and comfortable."
Australia
Daelyn
The price is ₩89,659
₩104,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

18. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Convenient location"
Canada
Allison
The price is ₩174,434
₩202,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Best Western Northgate Inn

19. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
7.0 out of 10, Good, (834 reviews)
"Good price for a week and 3 adults"
Canada
Dean
The price is ₩123,608
₩143,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
The Bluebird Motel

20. Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
2.0 star property
28.7 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (899 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a couple nights!"
Canada
Josh
The price is ₩131,529
₩151,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

Find the best Departure Bay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Central Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Central Nanaimo, Maffeo Sutton Park and Stones Marina are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Nanaimo Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Stephenson Point

Though Stephenson Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Departure Bay like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nanaimo's Departure Bay neighborhood. Are you looking for Departure Bay travel tips? Be sure to check out Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighborhood.
How many hotels will I find in Departure Bay?
When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Nanaimo, you can choose from 10 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Departure Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Departure Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Departure Bay.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Departure Bay?
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What is there to do in this Nanaimo neighborhood?
If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Departure Bay, check out Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo Golf Club. Departure Bay Beach and Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Sugarloaf Mountain Park, Beban Park Golf Course & Driving Range, and Cliff McNabb Arena are just a few of the places to visit in and around Departure Bay. Frank Crane Arena and Longwood Brewery are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo.