Stephenson Point Travel Guide
Nanaimo
Visit Stephenson Point
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 Stephenson Point
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
"Good place to stay"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
THE Beach Club Resort
"Really great property right on the beach! If you care more about just relaxing and using the property to relax on your balcony or just hang out on the beach then this place is amazing. Would say the spa is overpriced and the food at the restaurant is sub par and takes awhile to hit your table. Overall, ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
"This property was amazing! Incredible views, very nice rooms. The restaurant is especially fun for happy hour. I really enjoyed bowls of the pools, indoor and outdoor. Good parking. We saw bald eagles from the hotel every day. And the staff was the best! We would love to go back."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
"The staff are there to please. Pool, hot tub, pet friendly- the usual amenities. Very clean. It was a very nice experience."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel
"Very clean place, great location."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
"Right on the beach was fantastic"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Stephenson Point
Departure Bay
If you're spending some time in Departure Bay, Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Nanaimo
If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Nanaimo Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
