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Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.1 mi from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (677 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Departure Bay Motel
View from property

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
1.7 mi from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (331 reviews)
"This was the perfect place for our staying at Nanaimo. It was close to parks for walking in, very quiet and spacious, and the view was spectacular! We loved our stay here."
United States
Wendy
The price is £116
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Exterior

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
14.1 mi from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,301 reviews)
"Very clean, great breakfast."
Canada
Deb
The price is £114
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
Sauna

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
2.5 star property
17.5 mi from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Great place to stay, updated older motel but good."
Canada
Kayla
The price is £218
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.7 mi from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (945 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to ferry, clean beds, nothing to complain about! Will stay here again"
Canada
Kara
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Buccaneer Inn
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
16.1 mi from Departure Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (274 reviews)
"Excellent location clean rooms great quality coffee!"
Canada
Nancy
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Holiday House Motel
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.9 mi from Departure Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (781 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 £103
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Spot
Children’s area

Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
16.6 mi from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (421 reviews)
"Awesome little place with friendly folks"
Canada
Matt
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Skylite Motel
Indoor pool

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
3.5 star property
15 mi from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Nancy
The price is £218
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Mini-golf

The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
17.8 mi from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Very good place to stay very clean and convenient"
Canada
Michelle
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
The Tide's Inn
Sauna

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.5 mi from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,345 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
Reuben
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Restaurant

Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
14.8 mi from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"The staff was kind and the rooms were clean. It was a nice stay!"
Canada
Alexandra
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Arbutus Grove Motel
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
3.2 mi from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"The location is good."
Canada
Boting
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Quality Inn
Indoor spa tub

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
2.4 mi from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,076 reviews)
"Quiet location, nice view of the lake, clean room"
Canada
Brian
The price is £148
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Inn On Long Lake
Exterior

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
4.2 mi from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,548 reviews)
"Good place and clean!"
United States
Glendy
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
2.4 mi from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Quiet, clean…great location"
Canada
Mary
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Exterior

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 3 mi from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,668 reviews)
"Clean room and easy check in. Breakfast at the restaurant was amazing too."
Canada
Jun Jay
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 mi from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean spacious room, excellent helpful staff."
Canada
Steve
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Property amenity

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
3.0 star property
17.8 mi from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Awesome pools and great access to the beach. Beautiful location. Restaurant was excellent."
Canada
Jacob
The price is £212
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Exterior

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.1 mi from Departure Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (908 reviews)
"Staff is excellent cheap and cheerful rooms!"
Canada
Cindy
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

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

Central Nanaimo

Though Central Nanaimo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Maffeo Sutton Park.

Downtown Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Vancouver Island Military Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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
"Clean room, pool and hot tub were relaxing, breakfast was delicious"
Theresa 2-night trip
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Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Departure Bay?
The best time to visit Departure Bay is from late spring to early autumn, specifically between May and October, when the weather is at its finest.

During these months, you'll experience consistently pleasant temperatures, ideal for enjoying the outdoors and the stunning natural beauty of the area. The days are longer, offering more daylight for exploring the coastlines and local attractions around Nanaimo.

For those looking to enjoy water activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing by the sea, July and August offer the warmest water temperatures and the most sunshine. This period is also great for taking advantage of the ferry services to nearby islands or exploring the regional parks.

If you prefer a quieter experience with fewer crowds, late May to June or September to early October are excellent choices. The weather remains agreeable, and you can still partake in most activities without the peak season bustle.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Departure Bay.
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How much is the nightly rate at a Departure Bay hotel?
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