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1. 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, (1,043 reviews)
"Nice hotel reasonably priced."
Canada
Rick
The price is NT$3,384
NT$3,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior

2. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,841 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
Canada
Sharon
The price is NT$3,731
NT$4,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior

3. 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, (1,362 reviews)
"it’s was a good place to stay"
Canada
Dorothy
The price is NT$3,870
NT$4,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Indoor spa tub

4. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,108 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean and nice location on the lake."
Canada
Robin
The price is NT$3,973
NT$4,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Inn On Long Lake
Lobby

5. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Super nice hotel and breakfast in the morning is such a bonus!"
Canada
ROBIN
The price is NT$4,103
NT$4,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Best Western Northgate Inn
Exterior

6. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Building is beautiful, room spotless, staff very helpful and kind. Had a wonderful stay. Will stay there again!"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is NT$3,527
NT$4,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Exterior

7. 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, (1,476 reviews)
"Close walk to the water, clean rooms and helpful staff"
Canada
Stephan
The price is NT$2,708
NT$3,141 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

8. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"great stay for the price!"
Canada
James
The price is NT$2,437
NT$2,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Buccaneer Inn
View from property

9. 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, (348 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 NT$3,511
NT$4,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Exterior

10. 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, (1,517 reviews)
"Good breakfast and staff"
Canada
Paulo Cesar
The price is NT$3,513
NT$4,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Reception

11. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.7 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (760 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is NT$2,232
NT$2,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Departure Bay Motel
Front of property

12. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and close to amenities."
Canada
Christine
The price is NT$3,549
NT$4,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Quality Inn
BBQ/picnic area

13. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (841 reviews)
"Staff very helpful, big room, bed comfy, shower head amazing, towels huge, nice outdoor space"
Canada
Shelli
The price is NT$2,072
NT$2,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Spot
Exterior

14. 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)
"Great staff"
Canada
Jesse
The price is NT$2,253
NT$2,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
View from property

15. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location and staff"
United States
Mark
The price is NT$3,655
NT$4,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Front of property

16. 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)
"A charming, old school motel that anyone who has spent vacations going on road trips will appreciate for its charm and the memories of road trips past it conjures up. Comfy with all of the typical amenities we are used to, with that unique touch that is absent when staying at a corporate chain motel."
Canada
Philip
The price is NT$2,890
NT$3,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Harbour Light Motel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

17. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
7.0 out of 10, Good, (840 reviews)
"Staff was very nice room was clean and centrslly located have stayed 2 or 3 times and will continue to stay when in nanimo"
Canada
laurie
The price is NT$2,908
NT$3,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
The Bluebird Motel
Property entrance

18. 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 NT$1,854
NT$2,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Bethlehem Centre
Water view

19. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (296 reviews)
"The hostel was simple, but very clean and comfortable. The location was excellent—right downtown, with everything within easy reach. The staff were very kind and helpful, and I felt comfortable throughout my stay. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit to Nanaimo!"
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
The price is NT$2,844
NT$3,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Front of property

20. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6 km from Departure Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (554 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is NT$2,480
NT$2,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Diplomat Motel
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

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

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.

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

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful view, great location. Our second time staying there and we’ll be back."
Lorna 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

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?
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.