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Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
3.0 star property
28.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely friendly clean great view centrally located"
Canada
Lisa
The price is ₩157,220
₩180,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Exterior

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
22.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,240 reviews)
"The room was spotless, staff was great, breakfast was good too. "
Canada
Sandra
The price is ₩176,282
₩202,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
Food and drink

Coast Parksville Hotel

Coast Parksville Hotel
2.5 star property
28.5 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely staff, spotless room, we’ll be back!!"
Canada
Kathryn
The price is ₩120,995
₩139,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Coast Parksville Hotel
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort
3.5 star property
28 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,107 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay, the hotel was very clean and the lady at the front desk was friendly."
Canada
Jacob
The price is ₩217,812
₩274,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
THE Beach Club Resort
Mini-golf

The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
28.6 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (986 reviews)
"Clean room, good amenities, helpful staff"
Canada
David
The price is ₩102,236
₩117,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
The Tide's Inn
Oceanview King Room w/ Kitchenette | View from room

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
2.5 star property
28.1 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (901 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great updated suite, and a lot of great amenities. Always a great stay!"
Canada
Chelsea
The price is ₩120,995
₩139,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
Arcade

VIP Motel

VIP Motel
2.0 star property
28.6 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (704 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great room and location. "
United States
Mike
The price is ₩102,236
₩117,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
VIP Motel
Outdoor spa tub

Pacific Shores Resort & Spa

Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
3.5 star property
22.2 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (783 reviews)
"Perfect housekeeping and great staff"
Canada
Kama
The price is ₩195,927
₩237,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Lobby

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
2.0 star property
28.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (496 reviews)
"Clean room, decent breakfast, great staff!"
Canada
Breanna
The price is ₩124,234
₩142,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
Children's area

Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
26.7 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (394 reviews)
"Was Good Stay "
Canada
HUSSAM
The price is ₩103,174
₩118,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Skylite Motel
Two Bedroom Oceanfront - Sleeps 6 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Ocean Sands Resort

Ocean Sands Resort
3.0 star property
24.2 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (418 reviews)
"Great location. Rooms are very clean and the ocean front studios have a great view. Love staying here when I’m in the area for work. "
Canada
Ryan
The price is ₩207,390
₩238,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Ocean Sands Resort
Restaurant

Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
23.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (204 reviews)
"Great motel!"
Canada
Lynn
Arbutus Grove Motel
Property grounds

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
3.5 star property
24.2 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"It was absolutely perfect 👌 and the spa dip and dine awesome "
Canada
Michelle
The price is ₩249,264
₩286,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes

Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
25.8 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (246 reviews)
"The property was great for a quick stay"
Canada
Katherine
The price is ₩127,561
₩146,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Holiday House Motel
Food and drink

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, (314 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful host, incredible sea views, immaculately clean, spacious and modern apartment. "
United Kingdom
Keri
The price is ₩148,237
₩171,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Exterior

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, (1,537 reviews)
"Yes the room was clean and comfy great front desk and cleaning staff "
Canada
Michelle
The price is ₩130,374
₩151,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Spotless room, friendly and courteous staff!"
Canada
Tony
The price is ₩113,262
₩131,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Quality Inn
Beach

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6 km from Departure Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (510 reviews)
"Great place to stay & clean"
Canada
Crystal
The price is ₩99,477
₩115,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Diplomat Motel
Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (883 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable and friendly staff."
United States
Steve
The price is ₩105,415
₩122,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Buccaneer Inn
Water view

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
4.9 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (265 reviews)
"John the steward of the place was great. He's helpful and helped us check in no problem."
Canada
Mary
The price is ₩99,214
₩115,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

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

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.

Top Departure Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, excellent front desk check-in, great breakfast, nice pool and hot tub area. Room felt spare and spartan and had some chips in furniture... an extra bedside table or two would be nice. Overall, in the important aspects, very nice."
timothy 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

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?
Book one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodations in Departure Bay and start exploring everything Nanaimo has to offer.
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?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Departure Bay with a visit to Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Beach Estates Park. Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Frank Crane Arena, Brechin Lanes, and Lost Lake are just a few of the places to visit in and around Departure Bay. Long Lake and Maffeo Sutton Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo.