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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

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.

1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Buccaneer Inn
A calm body of water with a small boat and a distant island.

2. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (352 reviews)
"Beautiful view"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

3. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (873 reviews)
"I liked the location to the ferry."
Canada
Gary
The price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Spot
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

4. 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, (808 reviews)
"Nice location easy walk up the hill from the ferry terminal."
Canada
miles
The price is S$104
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Departure Bay Motel
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

5. 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, (854 reviews)
"Was a good price for the room which has been renovated in the past few years."
Canada
Tyler
The price is S$115
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Bluebird Motel
A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

6. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,903 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! Would definitely stay here again. Convenient location & tons of stuff in walking distance with beautiful views."
United States
Katelyn
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Coast Bastion Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

7. 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)
"Great place to stay."
Canada
James
The price is S$159
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Northgate Inn
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

8. 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, (1,121 reviews)
"Beautiful views of the lake, comfortable bed, a truly lovely stay! I will gladly book here again next time I visit Nanaimo :)"
Canada
Kristina
The price is S$175
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Inn On Long Lake
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

9. 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, (1,385 reviews)
"Super close to ferries."
Canada
Nathalie
The price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

10. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely clean, great location...Great stay"
Canada
Yusuf
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

11. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Very pleased with our stay. Breakfast was also great!"
Canada
Paulette
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

12. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,532 reviews)
"Clean room/breakfast was good/staff very friendly all and all very good stay."
Canada
Robert J
The price is S$110
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
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.

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, (1,067 reviews)
"Lovely staff, comfortable accomodation and good breakfast included."
Canada
Elisabeth
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

14. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
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 S$99
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Bethlehem Centre
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

15. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
6 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay, very clean and friendly staff."
Canada
Chris
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Harbour Light Motel
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

16. 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, (1,541 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Canada
Ralph
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

17. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great staff and close to amenities and local attractions."
Canada
Steven
The price is S$152
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.

18. 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, (298 reviews)
"The Painted Turtle was a good accommodation choice for my stay in Nanaimo. The location was convenient and the availability of cooking facilities was a plus."
United States
Lynne
The price is S$132
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A rocky shoreline with calm water, trees, and a clear sky.

19. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (561 reviews)
"Everything the staff, the room especially the washroom is so clean"
Canada
Louie
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Diplomat Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

20. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Good rooms and good rates"
Canada
Sheldon
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
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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
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
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
View
A calm body of water with a small boat and a distant island.
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
352 reviews
View
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
873 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
808 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
854 reviews
View

Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel

8/10 Good
"Solid hotel. Rooms were clean and with some modern updates. Everything worked. Hot water took a little bit of time later at night, but it was running hot for morning showers. Cozy little room."
Jody 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Harbour Light 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?
Inn On Long Lake is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a private beach and free breakfast. It's located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Coast Bastion Hotel and Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo.
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?
Sights like Bastion and Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at The Port Theatre and The Globe Live Studio. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Beach Estates Park and Petroglyph Park.