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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

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Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (922 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to ferry, clean beds, nothing to complain about! Will stay here again"
Canada
Kara
The price is S$108
includes taxes & fees
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Buccaneer Inn
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (767 reviews)
"Great stay for the price"
Canada
Daley
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
The Spot
Bathroom

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, (638 reviews)
"Affordable stay, friendly staff, and the room was clean."
Canada
Sterling
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Departure Bay Motel
Bathroom

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, (759 reviews)
"Friendly staff "
Canada
Andrew
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
The Bluebird Motel
Indoor spa tub

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, (1,062 reviews)
"Always a lovely place to stay. Room spotless and the grounds beautifully maintained."
Canada
Patricia
The price is S$249
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Inn On Long Lake
Exterior

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, (1,004 reviews)
"Quiet, clean…great location"
Canada
Mary
The price is S$219
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Exterior

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,633 reviews)
"Very clean place, great location."
Canada
Alan
The price is S$225
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior

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, (1,014 reviews)
"Clean spacious room, excellent helpful staff."
Canada
Steve
The price is S$182
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior

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, (1,293 reviews)
"Great place to stay, highly recommended "
Canada
Jean
The price is S$192
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Sauna

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, (1,317 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
Reuben
The price is S$149
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
View from property

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, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Kristi
The price is S$162
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"The location is good."
Canada
Boting
The price is S$172
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Quality Inn
Exterior

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, (402 reviews)
"Nice, clean and amazing property."
Canada
Andrea
The price is S$75
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
Exterior

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
7.2 out of 10, Good, (884 reviews)
"This is an older building / but it was well maintained We booked last minute - but they accommodated our request - for our elder mom Will definitely stay again"
Canada
Vivian
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Water view

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, (275 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$134
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Front of property

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
6 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, convenient location"
Canada
Eala
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Harbour Light Motel
Exterior

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, (1,558 reviews)
"Gray place to stay all the staff were all 5 stars would stay again when visiting the area"
Canada
darin
The price is S$172
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (520 reviews)
"We love the room, neat and organized, very accommodating staff/owner"
Canada
Dahlia
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Diplomat Motel
Lobby

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, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful and so helpful!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Best Western Northgate Inn
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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
922 reviews
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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
767 reviews
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Bathroom
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
638 reviews
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Bathroom
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
759 reviews
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Indoor spa tub
Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,062 reviews
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Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Amy 1-night trip
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Departure Bay Motel

Hotels near other Departure Bay Beach attractions

Beach Estates Park

Beach Estates Park is just one of the places to see in Nanaimo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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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 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Departure Bay Motel and Inn On Long Lake.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?
Expedia has 9 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 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. At Pipers Lagoon Park, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Long Lake, you can surround yourself with nature.