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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

Living area

1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (967 reviews)
"Great room, great staff"
United States
drew
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
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 S$201
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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, (700 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Departure Bay Motel
Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

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, (795 reviews)
"So fast and friendly staff. Check in and out without hassle."
Canada
Laura Mae
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
The Bluebird Motel
Exterior

5. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,698 reviews)
"Excellent stay with comfortable bed. Perfect location to harbour"
Canada
Charles
The price is S$213
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 S$207
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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 S$257
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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, (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay - simple, clean, new."
Canada
Chelsea Lee
The price is S$189
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Quality Inn
Lobby

9. 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 S$251
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Northgate Inn
Exterior

10. 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 S$90
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
Sauna

11. 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, (1,381 reviews)
"Was a pretty fun stay definitely would recommend"
Canada
angus
The price is S$175
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior

12. 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)
"Good location and easy parking"
Canada
Heather
The price is S$228
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Exterior

13. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Good location and a nice place to stay"
Canada
Patrick
The price is S$226
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham 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, (1,557 reviews)
"Had a good and comfortable stay."
Canada
Akash
The price is S$199
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 S$150
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 S$130
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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, (924 reviews)
"Comfortable room and a convenient location."
United States
Danielle
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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, (531 reviews)
"Nice people and rooms clean"
Canada
Drew
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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, (1,005 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 S$214
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Living area
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
967 reviews
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BBQ/picnic Area
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
802 reviews
View
Reception
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
700 reviews
View
Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
795 reviews
View
Exterior
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,698 reviews
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Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Good stay for one night and staff were able to accommodate my late arrival from the ferry"
Geoffrey 1-night trip
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The Bluebird Motel

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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, take a look at the 10 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?
Coast Bastion Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and private balconies. It's located 3.1 mi (5 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo and Inn On Long Lake.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodation options 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 reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Departure Bay Beach.
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.