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Our top choices for Departure Bay hotels

A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,850 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
Canada
Sharon
The price is ฿4,150
฿4,814 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Coast Bastion Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

2. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,048 reviews)
"Nice hotel reasonably priced."
Canada
Rick
The price is ฿3,523
฿4,087 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

3. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,117 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean and nice location on the lake."
Canada
Robin
The price is ฿4,136
฿4,797 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Inn On Long Lake
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

4. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Super nice hotel and breakfast in the morning is such a bonus!"
Canada
ROBIN
The price is ฿4,338
฿5,032 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Best Western Northgate Inn
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

5. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"A beautiful step back in time with the lovely decor and ambiance. We loved our stay at The Grand Hotel."
Canada
Annie
The price is ฿3,378
฿3,918 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5.1 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,366 reviews)
"it’s was a good place to stay"
Canada
Dorothy
The price is ฿4,029
฿4,674 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

7. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 4 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,491 reviews)
"Close walk to the water, clean rooms and helpful staff"
Canada
Stephan
The price is ฿2,487
฿2,885 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
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.

8. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"great stay for the price!"
Canada
James
The price is ฿2,537
฿2,943 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Buccaneer Inn
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

9. 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, (348 reviews)
"This was a really great place to stay with comfy bed and hotel room standards and amenities +. I especially was happy that they allow smoking on the balcony."
Canada
Wendy
The price is ฿3,655
฿4,240 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

10. 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, (1,521 reviews)
"Nice spacious room..Great comfortable bed and wonderful pillows Nice continental breakfast lncluded and friendly staff...and the hotel was Pet-friendly"
Canada
Jannet
The price is ฿3,838
฿4,452 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

11. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.7 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (762 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is ฿2,324
฿2,695 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Departure Bay Motel
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

12. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Lovely clean, great location...Great stay"
Canada
Yusuf
The price is ฿3,694
฿4,286 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Quality Inn
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

13. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (846 reviews)
"Good value."
United States
Leah
The price is ฿2,170
฿2,517 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Spot
A marina with various boats docked, a calm water body, and a forested area in the background.

14. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.8 km from Departure Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Easy check in, super nice place"
Canada
Brandon
The price is ฿3,804
฿4,412 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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
5.8 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"Great place for a good price. Would recommend"
Canada
Jaden
The price is ฿3,269
฿3,792 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Harbour Light Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

16. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.4 km from Departure Bay
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice location with breakfast. Staff is pretty good."
Canada
shu
The price is ฿2,345
฿2,720 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

17. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
7.0 out of 10, Good, (841 reviews)
"Staff was very nice room was clean and centrslly located have stayed 2 or 3 times and will continue to stay when in nanimo"
Canada
laurie
The price is ฿3,027
฿3,511 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Bluebird Motel
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

18. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. Right on the lake, clean, comfortable, and quiet."
Canada
Erin
The price is ฿1,941
฿2,966 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Bethlehem Centre
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

19. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6 km from Departure Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (554 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay it was affordable and convenient. I will stay here again!!"
Canada
Glen
The price is ฿2,582
฿2,995 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Diplomat Motel
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.

20. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (296 reviews)
"The hostel was simple, but very clean and comfortable. The location was excellent—right downtown, with everything within easy reach. The staff were very kind and helpful, and I felt comfortable throughout my stay. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit to Nanaimo!"
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
The price is ฿2,961
฿3,434 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

Find the best Departure Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A marina with various boats, including sailboats and yachts, docked along the waterfront.

Central Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Central Nanaimo, Maffeo Sutton Park and Stones Marina are top sights worth seeing.

A marina with boats at sunset, mountains in the background, and a forested shoreline.

Downtown Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Nanaimo Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Top Departure Bay Hotel Reviews

Coast Parksville Hotel

Coast Parksville Hotel

8/10 Good
"Enjoyed the lounge area and the mini golf!"
Brian 1-night trip
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Coast Parksville Hotel

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?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Nanaimo, you can choose from 10 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Departure Bay.
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?
If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Departure Bay, look into Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo Golf Club. Departure Bay Beach and Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Sugarloaf Mountain Park, Beban Park Golf Course & Driving Range and Cliff McNabb Arena are just a few of the places to visit in and around Departure Bay. Frank Crane Arena and Longwood Brewery are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo.