What is Departure Bay like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nanaimo's Departure Bay neighbourhood. Are you looking for Departure Bay travel tips? Make sure that you visit Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels are there in Departure Bay?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Nanaimo, you can choose from 10 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Departure Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Departure Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Departure Bay.

What is there to do in this Nanaimo neighbourhood?

If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Departure Bay, look into Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo Golf Club. Departure Bay Beach and Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. 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.

The Best Hotels in Departure Bay, Nanaimo - 2026 Updated Prices

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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

Wallace

₹9,750 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 4 km from Departure Bay

Annie

₹7,278 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Dec - 11 Dec

A hotel sign, a parking lot, and a road with cars.

3. Buccaneer Inn

Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay

William

₹8,191 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

4. Coast Bastion Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay

Dan

₹12,795 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

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

5. Departure Bay Motel

Central Nanaimo, 1.7 km from Departure Bay

En chi

₹7,140 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Dec - 16 Dec

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

6. Inn On Long Lake

3.8 km from Departure Bay

Justin

₹11,976 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options including a booth and high stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

7. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 4.8 km from Departure Bay

Steven

₹9,685 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A deck with a table and two chairs, a sliding glass door, and a wooden pergola.

8. The Spot

Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay

Kimberly

₹7,933 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Dec - 16 Dec

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

9. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

5.1 km from Departure Bay

Yusuf

₹9,851 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A covered patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a rock wall.

10. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

3.8 km from Departure Bay

Paulette

₹11,281 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Dec - 16 Dec

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

Alannah

₹11,632 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A dining table with waffles, sausages, and a bottle of syrup, overlooking a calm body of water with islands.

12. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

2.7 km from Departure Bay

Cheryl

₹11,141 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a staircase leading into the pool, and a wooden ceiling.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

6.8 km from Departure Bay

Ralph

₹9,439 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

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

Robert

₹6,696 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A multi-story resort with outdoor dining areas, string lights, and a sign indicating it's a beach club.

15. THE Beach Club Resort

28 km from Departure Bay

Kristie

₹17,824 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A snow-covered outdoor area with a fountain, surrounded by buildings and a street with cars.

16. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Central Nanaimo, 3.4 km from Departure Bay

Jayda

₹6,413 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

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

17. Best Western Northgate Inn

5.9 km from Departure Bay

James

₹10,901 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A spacious indoor area with a curved staircase, a wooden wall, and a modern floor design.

18. Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

28.7 km from Departure Bay

Becky

₹7,668 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A log cabin with a balcony, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and tall trees.

19. Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

24.2 km from Departure Bay

Lawrence

₹19,620 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A restaurant with large windows offering a view of a beach. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

20. Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

28.7 km from Departure Bay

Alan

₹13,973 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

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Compare popular hotels in Departure Bay

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Buccaneer Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Coast Bastion Hotel	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,915 reviews	View
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo	2.0 star property	8.2 Very good 1,551 reviews	View
Inn On Long Lake	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,116 reviews	View
Best Western Northgate Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Where to stay in Departure Bay

Find the best Departure Bay areas 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

While Stephenson Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

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Top Departure Bay Hotel Reviews

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Cost effective nice little motel with great ocean view"

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

10/10 Excellent

"if you don't need a kitchenette then the ocean view suites are beautiful and love the ocean view. If you are doing the Grotto Spa experience, its worth also including the tree top dining. Tasting menu 9 courses and after if you are still hungry you can order your favorite dish again. I ordered more scallops and black cod. Yum! Great chef and food and servers were excellent and attentive! Comments about the Grotto Spa experience - I wish it was no talking at all. Didn't get to fully relax as many conversations were happening in the mineral pool. Lots of staff and wished they had wiped down the outside lounge chairs cuz they were wet from the rain. Had to wipe them myself. The amount of $ for the Grotto spa I thought was a bit expensive compare to Scandanavian Spa in Whistler, BC. But overall I will highly recommend the resort and spa."

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1. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

3. Buccaneer Inn

4. Coast Bastion Hotel

5. Departure Bay Motel

6. Inn On Long Lake

7. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

8. The Spot

9. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

10. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

11. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

12. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

14. Harbour Light Motel

15. THE Beach Club Resort

16. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

17. Best Western Northgate Inn

18. Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

19. Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

20. Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

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Where to stay in Departure Bay

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Stephenson Point

Top Departure Bay Hotel Reviews

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

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