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Our top choices for Departure Bay Ferry Terminal hotels

Cottage | Living area

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (926 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to ferry, clean beds, nothing to complain about! Will stay here again"
Canada
Kara
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Buccaneer Inn
Exterior

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,642 reviews)
"The whole place was great. The restaurant was wonderful with great staff."
Australia
Lesley
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Coast Bastion Hotel
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (769 reviews)
"The hotel is clean, service excellent, and they provide perfect parking, good location easy to reach restaurants and sightseeing points."
Canada
YANRU
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
The Spot
View from property

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Kristi
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Exterior

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean spacious room, excellent helpful staff."
Canada
Steve
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Sauna

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,315 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
Reuben
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Classic Queen Room | Bathroom

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, (643 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Departure Bay Motel
Water view

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, (276 reviews)
"The hostel is very cute and clean, with colorful paintings and murals, and the staff very helpful and friendly. Strongly recommend!"
Canada
Marilyne
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
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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
7.2 out of 10, Good, (890 reviews)
"Staff is excellent cheap and cheerful rooms!"
Canada
Cindy
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom

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, (763 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very welcoming. Great and quiet are."
Canada
Nancy
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
The Bluebird Motel
Exterior

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, (1,304 reviews)
"Great place to stay, highly recommended "
Canada
Jean
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"The location is good."
Canada
Boting
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Quality Inn
Exterior

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
3.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407 reviews)
"Excellent rooms and facilities, close to everything, and the price just right! Would definitely stay there again!"
Canada
Natalia
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
Indoor spa tub

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, (1,072 reviews)
"Quiet location, nice view of the lake, clean room"
Canada
Brian
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Inn On Long Lake
Lobby

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)
"Nice clean room, good breakfast."
Canada
George
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Best Western Northgate Inn
Exterior

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, (1,003 reviews)
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Front of property

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
4 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, convenient location"
Canada
Eala
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Harbour Light Motel
Exterior

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, (1,571 reviews)
"Clean rooms and helpful staff. Nice pool and hot tub as well. The attached restaurant was a bonus and was very good as well. We would stay there again!"
Canada
Lori
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.2 out of 10, Good, (521 reviews)
"We love the room, neat and organized, very accommodating staff/owner"
Canada
Dahlia
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Diplomat Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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
926 reviews
View
Exterior
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,642 reviews
View
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
769 reviews
View
View from property
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,003 reviews
View
Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
1,000 reviews
View

Top Departure Bay Ferry Terminal Hotel Reviews

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was welcoming and helpful. Food was great!"
Peter 1-night trip
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Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

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Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park

8.8/5 (46 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park during your travels in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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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 13 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 The Bluebird Motel and Buccaneer Inn.
How many hotels are there close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?
Expedia has 13 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?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Beach Estates Park and Petroglyph Park. Create some family memories at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The OV Arts Centre. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, Departure Bay Beach and Protection Island.