The Best Hotels Closest to Departure Bay Beach in Nanaimo - 2026 Updated Prices

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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 reception area with a sign reading "Welcome to The Buccaneer Inn," a reception desk, a framed map on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

A wooden sign for The Buccaneer Inn with a clear view of the surrounding landscape and a road in the background.

1. Buccaneer Inn

Central Nanaimo, 1.7 mi from Departure Bay Beach

William

£66

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

A cozy living room with a dining area, large windows with ocean views, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hallway with a wooden bench, a door with glass panels, and a view of the outdoors.

A two-story house with a brick facade, large windows, and a garage.

2. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

1.3 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Patti

£90

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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 room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden table with two stools, a red sofa, and a sliding glass door leading outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

3. The Spot

Central Nanaimo, 2 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Jason

£61

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

A covered balcony with a view of a building and trees.

4. Departure Bay Motel

Central Nanaimo, 1.2 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Kasey

£57

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

A compact living space with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, a kitchenette with a microwave and cabinets, and a patterned floor.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a tiled backsplash.

A motel with a parking lot, a building with multiple windows, and a sign indicating the motel's name.

5. The Bluebird Motel

Central Nanaimo, 1.9 mi from Departure Bay Beach

laurie

£79

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

A waterfront marina with boats, a tall building, and a clear blue sky.

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

Downtown Nanaimo, 3.1 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Sharon

£97

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, TV, and a patterned carpet.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Best Western Northgate Inn

3.8 mi from Departure Bay Beach

James

£92

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

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.

A wooden cabin with a hot tub, large windows, and a view of a lake.

8. Inn On Long Lake

2.6 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Sage

£107

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

A modern building entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a metal staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel hallway with a skylight, carpeted floor, and doors numbered 307 and 314.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, armchairs, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

9. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

3.3 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Yusuf

£83

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, including various appliances and food items.

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.

10. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 2.6 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Evgeny

£65

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, a central bar area, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 2.3 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Elisabeth

£91

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 row of white buildings with green railings and balconies adorned with hanging flower baskets.

A corner room with a bay window, a table with two chairs, a potted plant, and a radiator.

12. Harbour Light Motel

3.7 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Chris

£66

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a lamp, and a mirror.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a restaurant.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

4.3 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Ralph

£87

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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 neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, a small plant, and a window with curtains.

A building with a sign reading "Painted Turtle Guesthouse."

14. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Downtown Nanaimo, 3.1 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Abril Guadalupe

£77

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, lamp, and window with curtains.

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.

15. Diplomat Motel

3.8 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Louie

£67

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

A hotel with a courtyard featuring a stone structure, outdoor seating, and a view of a mountain range.

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.

16. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Central Nanaimo, 2.2 mi from Departure Bay Beach

shu

£48

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a visible storefront.

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options including a booth and high stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

17. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 3 mi from Departure Bay Beach

Brandon

£91

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A wooden cabin with a porch, a door, and a hanging flower basket.

A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a loft bedroom.

A room with a bunk bed, a black leather sofa, a wooden ladder, and a red cabinet.

18. Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort

11.8 mi from Departure Bay Beach

£29

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Buccaneer Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B	9.0 Wonderful 350 reviews	View
The Spot	8.2 Very good 856 reviews	View
Departure Bay Motel	7.8 Good 788 reviews	View
The Bluebird Motel	7.0 Good 846 reviews	View

Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff and management were very accommodating to our needs Front desk manager was extremely helpful and kind in regards to my sister’s mobility issues They certainly helped in making our stay in Nanaimo very enjoyable"

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent

"The motel has an excellent location. Breakfast is simple but it gets you the energy for a good start of the day, especially those hard boiled eggs. I will definitely choose this motel for my next stay in Nanaimo."

Best Western Northgate Inn

8/10 Good

"Nice and quiet property."

Buccaneer Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and spacious. The staff was friendly and helpful."

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

8/10 Good

"Very good place compared to the price and the area. Large room, clean, but typical old building vibe with carpeted floor, and old building smell. They were not distinctively strong. Coin laundry down stairs could be useful. Good restaurants around the area. Shampoo, Conditioner, and body wash were too small for 2 Queen beds room"

Coast Bastion Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location in Nanaimo. The rooms are spacious and clean. Love that it’s pet friendly. I’ll definitely be back when I’m in Nanaimo next."

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"

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Beach Estates Park

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Cliff McNabb Arena

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Frank Crane Arena

7.8/10 (48 reviews)

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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 10 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller 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 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?

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.

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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

1. Buccaneer Inn

2. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

3. The Spot

4. Departure Bay Motel

5. The Bluebird Motel

6. Coast Bastion Hotel

7. Best Western Northgate Inn

8. Inn On Long Lake

9. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

10. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

11. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

12. Harbour Light Motel

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

14. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

15. Diplomat Motel

16. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

17. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

18. Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort

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Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Best Western Northgate Inn

Buccaneer Inn

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Coast Bastion Hotel

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Other attractions near Departure Bay Beach

Sugarloaf Mountain Park

Nanaimo Golf Club

Beach Estates Park

Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park

Beban Park Golf Course & Driving Range

Cliff McNabb Arena

Frank Crane Arena

Eagle View Park

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