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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.
A neatly made bed with white linens and striped pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a textured wall and a framed picture above the bed.
A wooden sign for The Buccaneer Inn with a clear view of the surrounding landscape and a road in the background.
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1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
William
NT$2,398
NT$2,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Buccaneer Inn
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.
A two-story house with a brick facade, large windows, and a garage.
A hallway with a wooden bench, a door with glass panels, and a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a door, and a stuffed animal.

2. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Patti
NT$3,262
NT$3,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.
A modern building with a two-story structure, a staircase, and a small porch area.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden table with two stools, a red sofa, and a sliding glass door leading outside.

3. The Spot

The Spot
Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Jason
NT$2,217
NT$2,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
The Spot
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A covered balcony with a view of a building and trees.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

4. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
Central Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Kasey
NT$2,197
NT$2,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Departure Bay Motel
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a tiled backsplash.
A compact living space with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, a kitchenette with a microwave and cabinets, and a patterned floor.
A motel sign with a clear view of the road and surrounding buildings.

5. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
Central Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
laurie
NT$2,433
NT$2,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Bluebird Motel
A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, glass doors, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.
A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

6. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Sharon
NT$3,516
NT$4,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Coast Bastion Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.
Room
A modern reception area with a marble counter, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, TV, and a patterned carpet.

7. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
6.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
James
NT$3,331
NT$3,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Northgate Inn
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.
A lakeside deck with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a dock.
A lakeside property with a house, a pathway, and a sign indicating a private dock.
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with a decorative wall.

8. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
4.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Sage
NT$3,809
NT$4,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Inn On Long Lake
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a large flat-screen TV.
A modern bar area with a long white counter, green bar stools, and a wooden accent wall.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

9. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Downtown Nanaimo, 5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Dorothy
NT$3,406
NT$3,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.
A hotel hallway with a skylight, carpeted floor, and doors numbered 307 and 314.
A modern building entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a metal staircase leading to the entrance.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, armchairs, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

10. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Paul
NT$3,026
NT$3,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies with outdoor furniture, a central entrance with a covered area, and a parking lot.
A reception area with a marble counter, a staircase, and seating with a patterned carpet.
A compact living space with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a kitchenette.

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo, 4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Evgeny
NT$2,351
NT$2,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.
A balcony with a chair, a brick wall, and a view of a street and buildings.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

12. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo, 3.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Elisabeth
NT$3,331
NT$3,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a mirror.
A corner room with a bay window, a table with two chairs, a potted plant, and a radiator.
A row of white buildings with green railings and balconies adorned with hanging flower baskets.

13. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
6 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Chris
NT$2,396
NT$2,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Harbour Light Motel
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a restaurant.
An indoor swimming pool with tiled steps leading into the water, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows providing natural light.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
7 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Ralph
NT$3,135
NT$3,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.
A hotel lobby with a central reflective water feature, seating areas, and framed artwork on the walls.
A patio with outdoor seating, brick walls, large windows, and potted plants.
A rocky landscape with a dense green shrub in the foreground.

15. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
david
NT$3,471
NT$4,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a ferry with a waiting room sign, and a cityscape in the background.
A building with a sign reading "Painted Turtle Guesthouse."
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

16. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
NT$2,799
NT$3,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.
A modern lobby with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table.
A modern hotel with a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a visible storefront.
A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, large windows, and chandeliers.

17. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Brandon
NT$3,305
NT$3,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a TV.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.
A compact kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink with a faucet.

18. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
6.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Louie
NT$2,441
NT$2,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Diplomat Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside balcony.
A bathroom with a marble countertop, a sink, and toiletries.

19. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
shu
NT$1,696
NT$1,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A wooden cabin with a porch, a door, and a hanging flower basket.
A living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV on a white stand, and large windows with blinds.
A room with a bunk bed, a black leather sofa, a wooden ladder, and a red cabinet.
Exterior

20. Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort

Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort
19 km from Departure Bay Beach
Canada
Abraham
NT$1,088
NT$1,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort
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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
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.
Buccaneer Inn
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
9.0
Wonderful
351 reviews
View
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.
The Spot
8.2
Very good
862 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.
Departure Bay Motel
7.8
Good
793 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.
The Bluebird Motel
7.0
Good
851 reviews
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Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel

10/10 Excellent
"This place is my go to place whenever I’m traversing down Vancouver island to the mainland and back! I highly recommend it! My only issue is the cable channels are much more limited but…. All in all an EXCELLENT stay!!"
Cheryl 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Harbour Light Motel
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff, room, facilities were great. Well run hotel and will definitely come back for future stays."
Trevor 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Coast Bastion Hotel
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

8/10 Good
"Have stayed here many times. Great value!!"
Derek 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
The Spot

The Spot

10/10 Excellent
"It was a nice 2-night stay at The Spot. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The AC, heater, and microwave all worked well. I especially liked that the bathroom featured both a rain shower and a handheld shower spray. Note for visitors: 1 King Bed Suites are located on the ground level, while 2 Queen Rooms are on the second floor."
Joey 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Spot
Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great bedding and towels. Convenient to Departure Bay Ferry."
Shawn 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Buccaneer Inn
Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Staff are great. Room nice and clean. Great breakfast."
Monica 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Best Western Northgate Inn
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful views from the room's spacious balcony. Welcoming host and easy parking. Location is a little out of way so need car to access bar/restaurants and shops"
kieran 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Departure Bay Beach?
Departure Bay Beach is located in Nanaimo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?
Inn On Long Lake is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a private beach and free breakfast. It's located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Coast Bastion Hotel and Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Departure Bay Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Departure Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Departure Bay Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Departure Bay Beach?
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What can I see and do near Departure Bay Beach?
Sights like Bastion and Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at The Port Theatre and The Globe Live Studio. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Beach Estates Park and Petroglyph Park.