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?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Departure Bay, click here .

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.

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A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

1. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay

Elisabeth

₩163,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 4 km from Departure Bay

Evgeny

₩115,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

3. Buccaneer Inn

Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay

William

₩117,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

4. Coast Bastion Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay

Katelyn

₩194,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

5. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

3.8 km from Departure Bay

Paulette

₩169,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

6. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

5.1 km from Departure Bay

Yusuf

₩148,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

7. Inn On Long Lake

3.8 km from Departure Bay

Kristina

₩171,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, large windows, and chandeliers.

8. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 4.8 km from Departure Bay

Steven

₩156,849 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

9. The Spot

Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay

Gary

₩99,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

10. Departure Bay Motel

Central Nanaimo, 1.7 km from Departure Bay

miles

₩107,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

11. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Downtown Nanaimo, 5.1 km from Departure Bay

Nathalie

₩166,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

12. THE Beach Club Resort

28 km from Departure Bay

Kristie

₩229,477 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, a tiled floor, and a lifeguard chair.

13. Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

24.2 km from Departure Bay

Deanna

₩258,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

14. Harbour Light Motel

5.8 km from Departure Bay

Chris

₩104,118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

6.8 km from Departure Bay

Ralph

₩163,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

16. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

2.7 km from Departure Bay

Cheryl

₩159,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

An outdoor patio with a stone-tiled floor, wooden tables, and a built-in grill.

17. Coast Parksville Hotel

28.5 km from Departure Bay

Deanna

₩140,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

18. Best Western Northgate Inn

5.9 km from Departure Bay

James

₩164,617 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

19. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Central Nanaimo, 3.4 km from Departure Bay

Sheldon

₩105,542 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A terrace with a table and chairs overlooking a calm lake at sunset.

20. Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

28.7 km from Departure Bay

Alan

₩218,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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Compare popular hotels in Departure Bay

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Coast Bastion Hotel	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,907 reviews	View
Best Western Northgate Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Buccaneer Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo	2.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,057 reviews	View
Inn On Long Lake	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,121 reviews	View

Where to stay in Departure Bay

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

A marina with boats at sunset, mountains in the background, and a forested shoreline.

Downtown Nanaimo

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

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A marina with various boats, including sailboats and yachts, docked along the waterfront.

Central Nanaimo

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

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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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Top Departure Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and staff were friendly. Complimentary breakfast had quite a few options."

Inn On Long Lake

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the separate building with a view of the lake, housing the hot tub, sauna and change rooms. The room was clean, spacious and the staff were all helpful and friendly. There was a bowl of apples at the front desk and fresh coffee available in the lobby 24/7. The only issue I had is that the fitness room opened at 8 am. I enjoy working out around 6 am, showering and then getting breakfast. An 8 am start time is too late, in my opinion."

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Our top choices for Departure Bay hotels

1. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

3. Buccaneer Inn

4. Coast Bastion Hotel

5. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

6. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

7. Inn On Long Lake

8. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

9. The Spot

10. Departure Bay Motel

11. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

12. THE Beach Club Resort

13. Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

14. Harbour Light Motel

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

16. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

17. Coast Parksville Hotel

18. Best Western Northgate Inn

19. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

20. Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

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Where to stay in Departure Bay

Downtown Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo

Stephenson Point

Top Departure Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

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