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Our top choices for Departure Bay hotels

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

1. 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, (1,068 reviews)
"Lovely staff, comfortable accomodation and good breakfast included."
Canada
Elisabeth
The price is ￥16,622
￥19,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

2. 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, (1,529 reviews)
"Great stay"
Canada
Evgeny
The price is ￥11,705
￥13,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is ￥11,968
￥13,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Buccaneer Inn
A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

4. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,891 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
Canada
Sharon
The price is ￥19,852
￥23,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Coast Bastion Hotel
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

5. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.7 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (803 reviews)
"Nice location easy walk up the hill from the ferry terminal."
Canada
miles
The price is ￥10,962
￥12,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Departure Bay Motel
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

6. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great modern hotel close to the downtown area."
Canada
Paul
The price is ￥15,102
￥17,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

7. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (869 reviews)
"I liked the location to the ferry."
Canada
Gary
The price is ￥11,063
￥12,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Spot
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

8. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Easy check in, super nice place"
Canada
Brandon
The price is ￥16,039
￥18,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

9. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful character hotel. Staff was very nice and the breakfast was excellent."
Canada
Cheryl
The price is ￥17,321
￥20,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

10. 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, (1,377 reviews)
"it’s was a good place to stay"
Canada
Dorothy
The price is ￥16,997
￥19,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

11. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,119 reviews)
"Stayed here for a place to rest our heads for an overnight, but after seeing how lovely it is to stay here we are planning to come back for longer so we can enjoy it properly!"
Canada
Sage
The price is ￥18,505
￥21,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Inn On Long Lake
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, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay, very clean and friendly staff."
Canada
Chris
The price is ￥11,957
￥13,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Harbour Light Motel
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

13. 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, (351 reviews)
"Very clean accommodations. Bed was very comfy and the view was amazing!"
Canada
Patti
The price is ￥16,280
￥18,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

14. 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, (1,534 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Canada
Ralph
The price is ￥16,360
￥18,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

15. THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort
3.5 star property
28 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,459 reviews)
"Amazing place"
Canada
Kawaljit
The price is ￥16,896
￥22,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
THE Beach Club Resort
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location with breakfast. Staff is pretty good."
Canada
shu
The price is ￥10,524
￥12,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, a herringbone floor pattern, and a seating area with a lamp and a plant.

17. Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
2.0 star property
28.7 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (968 reviews)
"clean room , nice staff , good Breakfast , Convenient"
Canada
Mohamad
The price is ￥15,196
￥17,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

18. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Canada
James
The price is ￥16,622
￥19,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Northgate Inn
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, a tiled floor, and a lifeguard chair.

19. Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
3.5 star property
24.2 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Restaurant was very good as well."
Canada
Warren
The price is ￥23,424
￥26,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
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, (297 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 ￥13,968
￥16,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
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Hotels recommended for families in Departure Bay

A two-story building with a covered patio area, a staircase, and outdoor seating.

Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo

Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo
Departure Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
The price is ￥14,080
￥28,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo

Where to stay in Departure Bay

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

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.

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

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

10/10 Excellent
"**MUST DO ON VAN ISLAND!** I adore this place- whether we stay in the cabins, the oceanfront suites, or the hotel rooms, it's always a amazing time. The staff are wonderful, the property is well maintained, the amenities are amazing, the restaurants are next level delicious, and the Grotto spa is heavenly. My fav parts of our stays is making a fire in the pit down by the ocean and watching the kids play in the tidal zones as the water comes in and out of the bay."
Melanie 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

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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