Departure Bay Travel Guide
Nanaimo
Visit Departure Bay
Popular places to visit
Departure Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?
Old City Quarter
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo with a stop at Old City Quarter. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Long Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Lake during your travels in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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 seaside.
Maffeo Sutton Park
You can learn about the history of Nanaimo with a visit to Maffeo Sutton Park.
Things to do
Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour
Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat
Top hotels in Departure Bay
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
"My husband said the breakfast selection was good."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
THE Beach Club Resort
"The restaurant (with views of the ocean) and the spa were excellent. We had an outstanding meal and a relaxing couples massage. The room was nice but average. The check-in was welcoming and helpful. The location is central to many activities."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
"We had a lovely king sea view room with a balcony overlooking the most stunning and quite mesmerising views. The bed was really comfortable and spacious unlike the bathroom which was tiny! The staff were friendly and helpful and made us very welcome. We had a lovely meal in the restaurant, again ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
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Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel
"Nice, clean and friendly hotel"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
"We stayed at the property for 2 nights. On the second days we were told there would be a change made to the lock on our door. It took about 4 hours during the day to make the change, forcing us to leave the property during that time. We were compensated by 10% of our total amount. The work should ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay
Central Nanaimo
Though Central Nanaimo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Maffeo Sutton Park.
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.
Downtown Nanaimo
If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Nanaimo Museum are top sights worth seeing.
