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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, (321 reviews)
"This was the perfect place for our staying at Nanaimo. It was close to parks for walking in, very quiet and spacious, and the view was spectacular! We loved our stay here."
United States
Wendy
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
2.5 star property
28.1 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (975 reviews)
"Was beautiful to be right in the beach"
Canada
Heather
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (597 reviews)
"Front desk staff was very polite and welcoming, clean , grocery and food places near by . Definitely recommend for the stay and price was great as well."
Canada
lee
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Departure Bay Motel

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (897 reviews)
"Clean and a handy location to the Nanaimo area"
Canada
Larry
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Buccaneer Inn

The Tide’s Out

The Tide’s Out
2.0 star property
28.6 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"Very friendly stay and love the place"
Canada
Leilani
The price is S$125
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
The Tide’s Out

Holiday House Motel

Holiday House Motel
2.0 star property
25.8 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (250 reviews)
"Friendly staff, comfortable bed, nothing special but a reasonable place to stay for a reasonable price. Wouldn’t recommend if you’re a light sleeper or a princess but we enjoyed our stay. "
Canada
Shantel
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Holiday House Motel

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
3 km from Departure Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (745 reviews)
"Great location. Easy check-in, check-out process."
Canada
Anonymous traveller
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
The Spot

Beach Suites Parksville

Beach Suites Parksville
2.0 star property
28 km from Departure Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is S$409
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Beach Suites Parksville

Skylite Motel

Skylite Motel
2.0 star property
26.7 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (400 reviews)
"Older motel but renovated including bathroom. Large rooms. Very clean! Quiet. Will stay again."
Canada
Dave
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Skylite Motel

The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
28.6 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Property was clean, room was small but sufficient. I would stay there again."
Canada
Ron
The price is S$115
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
The Tide's Inn

Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
23.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (210 reviews)
"Clean room, very comfortable bed, great price. Nice restaurant next door."
Canada
Dan
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Arbutus Grove Motel

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,041 reviews)
"Comfort hotel and nice staff. "
Canada
xin
The price is S$213
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Inn On Long Lake

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, (1,006 reviews)
"Restaurant was great and rooms "
Canada
Perdeep
The price is S$207
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

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, (1,260 reviews)
"Great place to stay , safe clean great amenities ."
Canada
Darryl
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
3.5 star property
24.2 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay"
Canada
Cam
The price is S$318
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Coast Parksville Hotel

Coast Parksville Hotel
2.5 star property
28.5 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, close to everything we wanted to do."
Canada
Andrea
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Coast Parksville Hotel

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was pretty clean front desk lady was super nice and polite she was sweet i loved my stay there "
Canada
Ashley
The price is S$166
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel has a nice decor, staff professional, spacious room, restaurant very convenient location."
Canada
Kevin
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Quality Inn

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
4 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,239 reviews)
"Great staff at this location (: Room and parking was perfect."
Canada
George
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,542 reviews)
"Good stay, nice location."
Canada
Gregory
The price is S$165
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

Find the best Departure Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Stephenson Point

While Stephenson Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Departure Bay like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nanaimo's Departure Bay neighbourhood. Are you looking for Departure Bay travel tips? Make sure that you visit Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels are there in Departure Bay?
Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in Departure Bay and start exploring everything Nanaimo has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Departure Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival 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 your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Departure Bay.
What is there to do in this Nanaimo neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Departure Bay with a visit to Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Beach Estates Park. Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Frank Crane Arena, Lost Lake and Long Lake are just a few of the places to visit in and around Departure Bay. Maffeo Sutton Park and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo.

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