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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

Cottage | Living area

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (886 reviews)
"Clean and a handy location to the Nanaimo area"
Canada
Larry
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Buccaneer Inn
View from property

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (318 reviews)
"Wonderdul view. We saw whales out the front window"
United States
Kristin
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
BBQ/picnic Area

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (730 reviews)
"Easy checkin, clean rooms, comfortable beds. We had an excellent stay. "
Canada
Deepak
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
The Spot
Reception

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (588 reviews)
"Rooms were spotless, staff were very cordial."
Canada
William
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Departure Bay Motel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
3.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (742 reviews)
"Best sleep in days"
Canada
Diane
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
The Bluebird Motel
Indoor spa tub

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,041 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, nice view. "
Canada
David
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Inn On Long Lake
Exterior

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,554 reviews)
"Nice stay"
Canada
Sheng
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
3.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Air conditioner in room so very comfortable,, great self serve breakfast included. Great value and we’d definitely stay there again!"
Canada
Jeanne
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,237 reviews)
"All the staff was lovely and I had a wonderful stay! Very comfortable beds, great TV set up and has everything you need. "
Canada
Courtenay
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Exterior

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"We had a great stay. Beds were comfy. Hotel is older but clean, very cozy. "
Canada
Laurie
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice bed great shower, friendly staff a very clean atmosphere.. had a great breakfast restaurant attached to it. "
Canada
Cory
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Quality Inn
Lobby

Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great clean and new hotel, breakfast was good too, no pool but but a great hotel close to restaurants and the highway"
Canada
Chad
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Best Western Northgate Inn
Sauna

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,217 reviews)
"The room was super clean and quiet and I really liked having the balcony. It is an older place, but it has lots of character and lots of very friendly staff that make it a more personable stay. The bed was super comfortable and the complementary coffee was very good. Prices can’t be beaten."
Canada
Marlee
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
3.6 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (847 reviews)
"Good room. Freshly renovated. The only downfall was a couple that got into a fight early in the morning. "
Canada
Megan
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Front of property

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
6 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"All was excellent "
Canada
Marilyn
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Harbour Light Motel
Water view

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
5 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (268 reviews)
"Very nice, respectful and clean."
Canada
Erik
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Exterior

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
7 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,545 reviews)
"Love the pool and hot tub❤️❤️"
Canada
Conrad Gil
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Beach

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (511 reviews)
"Great place to stay & clean"
Canada
Crystal
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Diplomat Motel
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location the staff was very nice"
Canada
Kristi
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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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
Cottage | Living area
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
886 reviews
View
View from property
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
318 reviews
View
BBQ/picnic Area
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
730 reviews
View
Reception
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
588 reviews
View
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
742 reviews
View

Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

4/10 Poor
"Continental breakfast was good"
Bill 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

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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, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?
Coast Bastion Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and private balconies. It's located 3.1 mi (5 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Inn On Long Lake and Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?
Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options 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 reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in 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 booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Departure Bay Beach.
What can I see and do near Departure Bay Beach?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Petroglyph Park and Beach Estates Park. Create some family memories at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The OV Arts Centre. At Pipers Lagoon Park, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Long Lake, you can surround yourself with nature.