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A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.
A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A waterfront marina with boats, a tall building, and a clear blue sky.

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
Downtown Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Sharon
￥17,433
￥20,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Coast Bastion Hotel
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 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 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.
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2. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
William
￥11,892
￥13,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Buccaneer Inn
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 bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options including a booth and high stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.
A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, large windows, and chandeliers.

3. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.9 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Brandon
￥16,890
￥19,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.
A compact living space with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a kitchenette.
A hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, including various appliances and food items.
A reception area with a marble counter, a staircase, and seating with a patterned carpet.

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Evgeny
￥11,218
￥13,014 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
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 balcony with a chair, a brick wall, and a view of a street and buildings.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo, 1.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
￥16,517
￥19,159 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.
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 modern building with a two-story structure, a staircase, and a small porch area.
A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a framed painting of a sunset, and a sign indicating special offers for hotel guests.

6. The Spot

The Spot
Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Jason
￥10,993
￥12,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Spot
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and butterfly wall art.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.
A covered balcony with a view of a building and trees.

7. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Kasey
￥10,893
￥12,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Departure Bay Motel
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.
A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, a small plant, and a window with curtains.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a ferry with a waiting room sign, and a cityscape in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

8. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Downtown Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
￥13,606
￥15,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
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 hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside balcony.
A bathroom with a marble countertop, a sink, and toiletries.

9. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Central Nanaimo, 1.6 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
shu
￥8,640
￥10,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
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 motel sign with a clear view of the road and surrounding buildings.
A motel with a parking lot, a building with multiple windows, and a sign indicating the motel's name.

10. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
laurie
￥12,062
￥13,993 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
The Bluebird Motel
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.
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A modern reception area with a marble counter, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.
A Best Western hotel with a modern design, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

11. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
7.9 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
James
￥16,522
￥19,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Northgate Inn
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with a decorative wall.
A lakeside property with a house, a pathway, and a sign indicating a private dock.
A lakeside deck with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a dock.

12. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
5.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Sage
￥19,388
￥22,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Inn On Long Lake
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.
A hallway with a wooden bench, a door with glass panels, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy living room with a dining area, large windows with ocean views, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A two-story house with a brick facade, large windows, and a garage.

13. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
3.5 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Patti
￥16,177
￥18,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A reception area with a sign reading "The Centre Shop & Main Office," a reception desk, a fan, and a display of items on shelves.
A house with a pond and a deck.
A green building with a pond and purple flowers in the foreground.

14. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
4.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Brandon
￥8,322
￥12,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Bethlehem Centre
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.
A rocky landscape with a dense green shrub in the foreground.
A hotel lobby with a central reflective water feature, seating areas, and framed artwork on the walls.
A patio with outdoor seating, brick walls, large windows, and potted plants.

15. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
5.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
david
￥17,039
￥19,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.
A corner room with a bay window, a table with two chairs, a potted plant, and a radiator.
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.

16. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
4 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Chris
￥11,881
￥13,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Harbour Light Motel
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a restaurant.
An indoor swimming pool with tiled steps leading into the water, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows providing natural light.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
5.1 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Ralph
￥15,550
￥18,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
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 living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a TV.

18. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
4.3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Louie
￥12,103
￥14,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Diplomat Motel
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 living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV on a white stand, and large windows with blinds.
A room with a bunk bed, a black leather sofa, a wooden ladder, and a red cabinet.

19. Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort

Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort
17.1 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Canada
Abraham
￥5,397
￥6,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort
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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.
Coast Bastion Hotel
9.4
Exceptional
1,889 reviews
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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.
Buccaneer Inn
9.0
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
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A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
8.4
Very good
1,008 reviews
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A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
8.2
Very good
1,519 reviews
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A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
8.2
Very good
1,071 reviews
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Top Departure Bay Ferry Terminal Hotel Reviews

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice location easy walk up the hill from the ferry terminal."
miles 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Departure Bay Motel
Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel

8/10 Good
"A clean and comfortable one night stay. Good view of the sunrise over the sea. It is on the Trans Canada highway so quite noisy and room had a bit of a stale smell but for the price cannot complain"
Susan 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Harbour Light Motel
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"All good"
Rushil 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Need to go up bunch of stairs into a non automatic door to enter the hotel. Room was clean. Bed was good."
Jihwan 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient location to ferry terminal. King suite was spacious and comfortable. Amenities were good. I would return."
Young Tze 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Buccaneer Inn
Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake

8/10 Good
"Clean and well maintained, however the bed was too soft. Good value for the price."
Lawrence 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Inn On Long Lake
The Spot

The Spot

10/10 Excellent
"It was a nice 2-night stay at The Spot. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The AC, heater, and microwave all worked well. I especially liked that the bathroom featured both a rain shower and a handheld shower spray. Note for visitors: 1 King Bed Suites are located on the ground level, while 2 Queen Rooms are on the second floor."
Joey 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Spot
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

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"
kieran 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal is located in a welcoming area of Nanaimo known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?
Located a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Departure Bay Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options close by include Buccaneer Inn and The Spot.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?
Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
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What can I see and do near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?
Learn about local history at Bastion and Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station. You can enjoy live performances at The Port Theatre and The Globe Live Studio. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Beach Estates Park, Petroglyph Park, and Jack Point and Biggs Park.

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