Nanaimo Hotel Guide. Hotels in Departure Bay, Nanaimo, Canada

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Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
3.0 star property
28.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely friendly clean great view centrally located"
Canada
Lisa
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Exterior

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
22.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,237 reviews)
"The room was spotless, staff was great, breakfast was good too. "
Canada
Sandra
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort
3.5 star property
28 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,108 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay, the hotel was very clean and the lady at the front desk was friendly."
Canada
Jacob
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
THE Beach Club Resort
Food and drink

Coast Parksville Hotel

Coast Parksville Hotel
2.5 star property
28.5 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely staff, spotless room, we’ll be back!!"
Canada
Kathryn
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Coast Parksville Hotel
Mini-golf

The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
28.6 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (984 reviews)
"Clean room, good amenities, helpful staff"
Canada
David
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
The Tide's Inn
Oceanview King Room w/ Kitchenette | View from room

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
2.5 star property
28.1 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (896 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great updated suite, and a lot of great amenities. Always a great stay!"
Canada
Chelsea
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
Arcade

VIP Motel

VIP Motel
2.0 star property
28.6 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (703 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great room and location. "
United States
Mike
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
VIP Motel
Lobby

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
2.0 star property
28.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (485 reviews)
"Clean room, decent breakfast, great staff!"
Canada
Breanna
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
Two Bedroom Oceanfront - Sleeps 6

Ocean Sands Resort

Ocean Sands Resort
3.0 star property
24.2 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (417 reviews)
"Great location. Rooms are very clean and the ocean front studios have a great view. Love staying here when I’m in the area for work. "
Canada
Ryan
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Ocean Sands Resort
Children’s area

Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
26.7 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (394 reviews)
"Was Good Stay "
Canada
HUSSAM
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Skylite Motel
Restaurant

Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
23.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (203 reviews)
"Good reception and clean facilities"
Canada
Bob
Arbutus Grove Motel
Property grounds

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
3.5 star property
24.2 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"It was absolutely perfect 👌 and the spa dip and dine awesome "
Canada
Michelle
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Outdoor spa tub

Pacific Shores Resort & Spa

Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
3.5 star property
22.2 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (782 reviews)
"Perfect housekeeping and great staff"
Canada
Kama
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Exterior

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,539 reviews)
"Yes the room was clean and comfy great front desk and cleaning staff "
Canada
Michelle
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View

Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
25.8 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (246 reviews)
"The property was great for a quick stay"
Canada
Katherine
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Holiday House Motel
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Spotless room, friendly and courteous staff!"
Canada
Tony
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Quality Inn
Sauna

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
4 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,193 reviews)
"Clean room nice friendly staff"
Canada
Sarah
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Cottage | Living area

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (883 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable and friendly staff."
United States
Steve
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Buccaneer Inn
Food and drink

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (312 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful host, incredible sea views, immaculately clean, spacious and modern apartment. "
United Kingdom
Keri
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Lobby

Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great rooms, excellent staff "
Canada
Peter
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Best Western Northgate Inn
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

Find the best Departure Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Stephenson Point

While Stephenson Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

Top Departure Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent
"This is a great hotel. The staff is friendly. The pool and hot tub are clean. The rooms are very clean and the beds are very comfortable. I have stayed here many times and when I do make trips for business or for pleasure I usually check out Hotel fan I will be back."
cameron 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Frequently asked questions

What is Departure Bay like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nanaimo's Departure Bay neighbourhood. Are you looking for Departure Bay travel tips? Make sure that you visit Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels are there in Departure Bay?
Book one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in Departure Bay and start exploring everything Nanaimo has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Departure Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival 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 your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Departure Bay.
What is there to do in this Nanaimo neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Departure Bay with a visit to Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Beach Estates Park. Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Frank Crane Arena, Brechin Lanes and Lost Lake are just a few of the places to visit in and around Departure Bay. Long Lake and Maffeo Sutton Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo.