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Our top choices for Departure Bay hotels

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

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,851 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
Canada
Sharon
The price is ￥19,640
￥22,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Coast Bastion Hotel
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

2. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.7 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (763 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is ￥10,997
￥12,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Departure Bay Motel
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.

3. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"great stay for the price!"
Canada
James
The price is ￥12,006
￥13,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Buccaneer Inn
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

4. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"A beautiful step back in time with the lovely decor and ambiance. We loved our stay at The Grand Hotel."
Canada
Annie
The price is ￥15,994
￥18,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

5. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (847 reviews)
"Good value."
United States
Leah
The price is ￥10,210
￥11,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
The Spot
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

6. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,049 reviews)
"Nice hotel reasonably priced."
Canada
Rick
The price is ￥16,675
￥19,343 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

7. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.8 km from Departure Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Easy check in, super nice place"
Canada
Brandon
The price is ￥17,947
￥20,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

8. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5.1 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,367 reviews)
"it’s was a good place to stay"
Canada
Dorothy
The price is ￥19,068
￥22,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

9. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,117 reviews)
"The staff was amazing.we will stay here again but longer"
Canada
Heather
The price is ￥19,573
￥22,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Inn On Long Lake
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

10. 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, (348 reviews)
"This was a really great place to stay with comfy bed and hotel room standards and amenities +. I especially was happy that they allow smoking on the balcony."
Canada
Wendy
The price is ￥17,298
￥20,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, including various appliances and food items.

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 4 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,494 reviews)
"Close walk to the water, clean rooms and helpful staff"
Canada
Stephan
The price is ￥11,777
￥13,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

12. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place for a good price. Would recommend"
Canada
Jaden
The price is ￥15,470
￥17,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Harbour Light Motel
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

13. 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, (1,521 reviews)
"Nice spacious room..Great comfortable bed and wonderful pillows Nice continental breakfast lncluded and friendly staff...and the hotel was Pet-friendly"
Canada
Jannet
The price is ￥18,069
￥20,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

14. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Lovely clean, great location...Great stay"
Canada
Yusuf
The price is ￥17,495
￥20,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Quality Inn
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

15. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. Right on the lake, clean, comfortable, and quiet."
Canada
Erin
The price is ￥9,132
￥13,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Bethlehem Centre
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

16. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.4 km from Departure Bay
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice location with breakfast. Staff is pretty good."
Canada
shu
The price is ￥10,882
￥12,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

17. 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)
"Super nice hotel and breakfast in the morning is such a bonus!"
Canada
ROBIN
The price is ￥20,228
￥23,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Best Western Northgate Inn
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

18. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
7.0 out of 10, Good, (841 reviews)
"Staff was very nice room was clean and centrslly located have stayed 2 or 3 times and will continue to stay when in nanimo"
Canada
laurie
The price is ￥14,326
￥16,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
The Bluebird Motel
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

19. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6 km from Departure Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (554 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is ￥12,219
￥14,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Diplomat Motel
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.

20. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (296 reviews)
"The hostel was simple, but very clean and comfortable. The location was excellent—right downtown, with everything within easy reach. The staff were very kind and helpful, and I felt comfortable throughout my stay. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit to Nanaimo!"
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
The price is ￥14,013
￥16,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

Find the best Departure Bay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A marina with various boats, including sailboats and yachts, docked along the waterfront.

Central Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Central Nanaimo, Maffeo Sutton Park and Stones Marina are top sights worth seeing.

A marina with boats at sunset, mountains in the background, and a forested shoreline.

Downtown Nanaimo

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

Stephenson Point

Though Stephenson Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

Top Departure Bay Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were clean, and the best part is the BBQ area in a nice patio area section, with seating available for 15-20 ppl. Breakfast was ok, will have to wait for items to be restocked during busy times."
Martin 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is Departure Bay like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nanaimo's Departure Bay neighborhood. Are you looking for Departure Bay travel tips? Be sure to check out Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighborhood.
How many hotels will I find in Departure Bay?
When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Nanaimo, you can choose from 10 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Departure Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Departure Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Departure Bay.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Departure Bay?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Departure Bay, click here.
What is there to do in this Nanaimo neighborhood?
If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Departure Bay, check out Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo Golf Club. Departure Bay Beach and Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Sugarloaf Mountain Park, Beban Park Golf Course & Driving Range, and Cliff McNabb Arena are just a few of the places to visit in and around Departure Bay. Frank Crane Arena and Longwood Brewery are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo.

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