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Our top choices for Departure Bay hotels

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

1. THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort
3.5 star property
28 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,454 reviews)
"Amazing place"
Canada
Kawaljit
The price is ￥16,789
￥21,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
THE Beach Club Resort
A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

2. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,889 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
Canada
Sharon
The price is ￥17,433
￥20,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Coast Bastion Hotel
A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a kitchen visible in the background.

3. Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
23.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (272 reviews)
"We had a great stay and will be back for sure!"
Canada
nadia
The price is ￥14,221
￥16,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Arbutus Grove Motel
A rustic cabin with a wooden exterior, a small deck, outdoor seating, and a view of the beach and ocean at sunset.

4. Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
2.5 star property
28.1 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Staff were delightful and the location was lovely"
Canada
Theresa
The price is ￥13,891
￥15,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

5. 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, (1,380 reviews)
"it’s was a good place to stay"
Canada
Dorothy
The price is ￥16,894
￥19,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Courtyard By Marriott 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.

6. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is ￥11,892
￥13,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Buccaneer Inn
A blue building with a tower, surrounded by a miniature golf course.

7. The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
28.6 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay with lots of activities for everyone."
Canada
Jason
The price is ￥10,893
￥12,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
The Tide's Inn
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

8. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"I had a self-catered 3-night solo silent retreat at Bethlehem and am so glad I did. If you want to unplug and reconnect within and with whatever you understand as creation, this is a great place to do it. The facilities are simple but more than adequate, the property is beautiful with a labyrinth, library, pond feature and more, and Westwood Lake could not be more beautiful."
Canada
Brandon
The price is ￥8,322
￥12,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Bethlehem Centre
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

9. 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)
"Great place to stay."
Canada
James
The price is ￥16,522
￥19,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Northgate Inn
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the water.

10. Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
3.0 star property
28.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,027 reviews)
"Such a beautiful hotel and property. We had a lovely stay and felt very relaxed."
Canada
Alan
The price is ￥23,735
￥27,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
A balcony with wicker chairs and a glass table overlooking a salt flat with distant mountains.

11. Ocean Sands Resort

Ocean Sands Resort
3.0 star property
24.2 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (461 reviews)
"Love this place. So clean and quiet"
Canada
Douglas
The price is ￥22,097
￥25,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Ocean Sands Resort
An outdoor patio with a stone-tiled floor, wooden tables, and a built-in grill.

12. Coast Parksville Hotel

Coast Parksville Hotel
2.5 star property
28.5 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Enjoyed the lounge area and the mini golf!"
Canada
Brian
The price is ￥14,324
￥16,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Coast Parksville Hotel
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 ￥16,177
￥18,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, a tiled floor, and a lifeguard chair.

14. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Restaurant was very good as well."
Canada
Warren
The price is ￥28,736
￥33,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

15. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great modern hotel close to the downtown area."
Canada
Paul
The price is ￥15,011
￥17,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

16. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"All round a first class place to stay."
Canada
david
The price is ￥17,039
￥19,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A pool area with water rides and a large building resembling a house.

17. The Tide’s Out

The Tide’s Out
2.0 star property
28.6 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (161 reviews)
"Had an excellent stay at Tide's Out. Lovely room and great staff, all at a very competative price."
United Kingdom
Graham
The price is ￥12,892
￥14,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Tide’s Out
A rabbit in a grassy area with a building in the background.

18. Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
26.7 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (480 reviews)
"Great place"
Canada
Evgeny
The price is ￥10,993
￥12,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Skylite Motel
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area with a red car.

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
22.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,355 reviews)
"Great hotel for our family!"
Canada
Lorraine
The price is ￥21,392
￥24,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
A wooden cabin with a porch, a door, and a hanging flower basket.

20. Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort

Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort
2.0 star property
18.7 km from Departure Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The staff and the place were great and friendly with us we really like to come back in bigger cabin and in chrisma. 10/10"
Canada
Abraham
The price is ￥5,397
￥6,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Rondalyn Camping & RV Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Hotels recommended for families in Departure Bay

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a ceiling light fixture, and a wooden fence.

Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo

Tall Trees Departure Bay Nanaimo
Departure Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
The price is ￥12,214
￥26,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

8/10 Good
"It is nice and clean and staff was friendly."
Balwinder 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

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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