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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (966 reviews)
"Great room, great staff"
United States
drew
The price is ￥19,770
￥22,934 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Buccaneer Inn
BBQ/picnic area

2. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (802 reviews)
"Clean and convenient to ferry terminal."
Canada
Petra
The price is ￥20,804
￥25,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
The Spot
Reception

3. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (699 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is ￥16,852
￥19,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Departure Bay Motel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

4. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (793 reviews)
"So fast and friendly staff. Check in and out without hassle."
Canada
Laura Mae
The price is ￥15,586
￥18,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
The Bluebird Motel
Exterior

5. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,697 reviews)
"Excellent stay with comfortable bed. Perfect location to harbour"
Canada
Charles
The price is ￥23,338
￥27,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior

6. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,309 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, great location. Will definitely stay again🙂"
Canada
Sheila
The price is ￥22,222
￥25,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Indoor spa tub

7. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,085 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay."
Canada
Tammie
The price is ￥28,138
￥32,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Inn On Long Lake
Front of property

8. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Great stay - simple, clean, new."
Canada
Chelsea Lee
The price is ￥20,647
￥23,950 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Quality Inn
Exterior

9. Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (454 reviews)
"Everything was clean, great price, friendly and helpful staff, super comfortable beds."
Canada
Alix
The price is ￥9,879
￥11,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
Sauna

10. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,377 reviews)
"Was a pretty fun stay definitely would recommend"
Canada
angus
The price is ￥19,177
￥22,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Lobby

11. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Handy location, clean, quiet room. Front desk staff friendly and attentive. Have stayed here many times."
Canada
Carmen
The price is ￥27,070
￥31,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Northgate Inn
Exterior

12. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Good location and a nice place to stay"
Canada
Patrick
The price is ￥24,699
￥28,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior

13. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great food and service in restaurant."
Canada
Qiang
The price is ￥24,988
￥28,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Exterior

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
7 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,555 reviews)
"Had a good and comfortable stay."
Canada
Akash
The price is ￥21,757
￥25,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Front of property

15. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
6 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great Location!"
Canada
Retha
The price is ￥16,388
￥19,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Harbour Light Motel
Water view

16. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (283 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 ￥14,237
￥16,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Exterior

17. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (922 reviews)
"Comfortable room and a convenient location."
United States
Danielle
The price is ￥14,412
￥16,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Front of property

18. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (530 reviews)
"Nice people and rooms clean"
Canada
Drew
The price is ￥17,001
￥19,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Diplomat Motel
View from property

19. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"We had a very good experience with this hotel, everything from the price, to how helpful the front desk staff was above par. I will definitely stay here again."
Canada
Camille
The price is ￥22,623
￥26,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
966 reviews
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BBQ/picnic area
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very Good
802 reviews
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Reception
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
699 reviews
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
793 reviews
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Exterior
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,697 reviews
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Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were super nice perfect cheap and safer option than a motel in Nanaimo highly recommend"
Sam 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Other attractions near Departure Bay Beach

Beach Estates Park

Beach Estates Park is just one of the places to see in Nanaimo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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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, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 4.3 mi (7 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo and Coast Bastion Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations 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 bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Departure Bay Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Departure Bay Beach?
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What can I see and do near Departure Bay Beach?
You can enjoy live performances at The Globe Live Studio and The Port Theatre. 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.