Departure Bay
Nanaimo
Visit Departure Bay
Popular places to visit
Pipers Lagoon Park
After visiting Pipers Lagoon Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Neck Point Park
Neck Point 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.
Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park during your travels in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Departure Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?
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.
Top hotels in Departure Bay
THE Beach Club Resort
Great location and staff.
Reviewed on 16 Jan, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 20 Jan, 2026
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
We had a wonderful stay! The place was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Communication with the host was smooth and very friendly. The location was convenient and perfect for our trip. We truly enjoyed our time here and would happily stay again. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 20 Jan, 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel
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Reviewed on 16 Jan, 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
It was a great 2 nights stay as the hotel is near the downtown harbour as well as museums. It is in front of the tourist information center. The location is front of the casino and has overlooking views of the harbour. The room was very clean. The pool and the hym made our stay heavenly.
Reviewed on 18 Jan, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Overall nice stay!
Reviewed on 18 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay
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.
