Departure Bay Travel Guide
Nanaimo
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Popular places to visit
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?
Duke Point Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Duke Point Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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.
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Top hotels in Departure Bay
THE Beach Club Resort
The room in general was fine, the bed was way too soft for us ...so not the best sleep.. not thrilled with the outdoor walkways to rooms.. esp if coming to and from pool in a robe this time of year...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Room was ok, check in staff was good, hotel is tired looking, needs a bit of refreshing
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
I would like to share feedback about my experience with the front desk. I asked if it was possible to switch rooms, and the front desk staff spoke in a very unfriendly tone. It made me feel like I was asking for something unreasonable or trying to get a free upgrade, which was not my intention. We ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel
Clean, nice view
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Restaurant was great, room is clean
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Inn On Long Lake
Very clean hotel and rooms. Staff was very professional and friendly. Hotel on the shoreline of the lake and had great views. Wonderful hot tub building right on the beach.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 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.
