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Our top choices for Departure Bay Ferry Terminal hotels

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

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,903 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! Would definitely stay here again. Convenient location & tons of stuff in walking distance with beautiful views."
United States
Katelyn
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Coast Bastion Hotel
A two-story motel with a central staircase, parking lot, and a clear blue sky.

2. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Buccaneer Inn
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

3. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.9 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff and close to amenities and local attractions."
Canada
Steven
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,537 reviews)
"Great stay"
Canada
Evgeny
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

5. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (878 reviews)
"I liked the location to the ferry."
Canada
Gary
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Spot
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

6. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,059 reviews)
"Lovely staff, comfortable accomodation and good breakfast included."
Canada
Elisabeth
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

7. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (809 reviews)
"Nice location easy walk up the hill from the ferry terminal."
Canada
miles
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Departure Bay Motel
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.

8. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (298 reviews)
"The Painted Turtle was a good accommodation choice for my stay in Nanaimo. The location was convenient and the availability of cooking facilities was a plus."
United States
Lynne
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

9. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.6 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good rooms and good rates"
Canada
Sheldon
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

10. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.0 out of 10, Good, (854 reviews)
"Was a good price for the room which has been renovated in the past few years."
Canada
Tyler
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Bluebird Motel
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

11. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
7.9 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Canada
James
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Northgate Inn
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

12. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
5.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,116 reviews)
"Beautiful views of the lake, comfortable bed, a truly lovely stay! I will gladly book here again next time I visit Nanaimo :)"
Canada
Kristina
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Inn On Long Lake
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

13. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,369 reviews)
"Super close to ferries."
Canada
Nathalie
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

14. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (352 reviews)
"Beautiful view"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

15. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely clean, great location...Great stay"
Canada
Yusuf
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

16. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Very pleased with our stay. Breakfast was also great!"
Canada
Paulette
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

17. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"I had a self-catered 3-night solo silent retreat at Bethlehem and am so glad I did. If you want to unplug and reconnect within and with whatever you understand as creation, this is a great place to do it. The facilities are simple but more than adequate, the property is beautiful with a labyrinth, library, pond feature and more, and Westwood Lake could not be more beautiful."
Canada
Brandon
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Bethlehem Centre
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

18. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
4 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay, very clean and friendly staff."
Canada
Chris
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Harbour Light Motel
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,543 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Canada
Ralph
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A rocky shoreline with calm water, trees, and a clear sky.

20. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.2 out of 10, Good, (562 reviews)
"Everything the staff, the room especially the washroom is so clean"
Canada
Louie
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Diplomat Motel
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Compare top hotels near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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

Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
View
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

2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
View
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.9 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
View
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
View
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

The Spot

2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
View
9.4
Exceptional
1,903 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,537 reviews
8.2
Very good
878 reviews
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
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  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Departure Bay Ferry Terminal Hotel Reviews

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

8/10 Good
"The room was spacious and comfortable but the heating system was very noisy and no foldout tables were provided with the room. The breakfast room was quit opulent but the coffee was seldom hot and the pastries were chewy/not fresh. The fresh fruit selection was wonderful. We really liked the underground parking but the automatic door opener never seemed to work when exiting."
Dale 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal is located in a welcoming area of Nanaimo known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?
Located a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Departure Bay Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good options close by include Buccaneer Inn and The Spot.
How many hotels are there close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?
Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
What can I see and do near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?
Learn about local history at Bastion and Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station. You can enjoy live performances at The Port Theatre and The Globe Live Studio. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Beach Estates Park, Petroglyph Park and Jack Point and Biggs Park.