Departure Bay
Nanaimo





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Popular places to visit

Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Departure Bay Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?

Duke Point Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Duke Point Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Old City Quarter
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo with a stop at Old City Quarter. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Long Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Lake during your travels in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Pipers Lagoon Park
After visiting Pipers Lagoon Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Departure Bay Hotel Deals

THE Beach Club Resort
Great location, beachfront, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 2026/4/6

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Beautiful grounds and great options
Reviewed on 2026/4/6

Coast Bastion Hotel
Beautiful ocean views
Reviewed on 2026/4/6

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
Great hotel for the price; rooms were huge and clean, breakfast was great (waffles, scrambled eggs, bagels, toast, cereal, fruit, muffins, juice and coffee/tea). Close to restaurants and a fun park; we ate at Kalvas restaurant for dinner and had great food and the service was amazing. Overall I would ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/7

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Continental breakfast was good
Reviewed on 2026/4/6

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Great location with modern upgrades. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 2026/4/6
Other neighborhoods around Departure Bay

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.
