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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

Cottage | Living area

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (939 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to ferry, clean beds, nothing to complain about! Will stay here again"
Canada
Kara
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Buccaneer Inn
Reception

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (663 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Departure Bay Motel
BBQ/picnic Area

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (775 reviews)
"The hotel is clean, service excellent, and they provide perfect parking, good location easy to reach restaurants and sightseeing points."
Canada
YANRU
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
The Spot
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)

The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (769 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very welcoming. Great and quiet are."
Canada
Nancy
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
The Bluebird Motel
Exterior

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,651 reviews)
"The whole place was great. The restaurant was wonderful with great staff."
Australia
Lesley
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Coast Bastion Hotel
Indoor spa tub

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,073 reviews)
"Quiet location, nice view of the lake, clean room"
Canada
Brian
The price is AU$287
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Inn On Long Lake
Exterior

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,295 reviews)
"Great place to stay, highly recommended "
Canada
Jean
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Exterior

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Quiet, clean…great location"
Canada
Mary
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean spacious room, excellent helpful staff."
Canada
Steve
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Sauna

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,333 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
Reuben
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (424 reviews)
"Excellent rooms and facilities, close to everything, and the price just right! Would definitely stay there again!"
Canada
Natalia
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
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Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Kristi
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The location is good."
Canada
Boting
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Quality Inn
Exterior

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (903 reviews)
"Staff is excellent cheap and cheerful rooms!"
Canada
Cindy
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Front of property

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
6 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, convenient location"
Canada
Eala
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Harbour Light Motel
Water view

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (279 reviews)
"The hostel is very cute and clean, with colorful paintings and murals, and the staff very helpful and friendly. Strongly recommend!"
Canada
Marilyne
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Exterior

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
7 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,550 reviews)
"Clean rooms and helpful staff. Nice pool and hot tub as well. The attached restaurant was a bonus and was very good as well. We would stay there again!"
Canada
Lori
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Front of property

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (523 reviews)
"We love the room, neat and organized, very accommodating staff/owner"
Canada
Dahlia
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Diplomat Motel
Lobby

Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice clean room, good breakfast."
Canada
George
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Best Western Northgate Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Cottage | Living area
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
939 reviews
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Reception
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
663 reviews
View
BBQ/picnic Area
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
775 reviews
View
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe)
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
769 reviews
View
Exterior
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,651 reviews
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Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

8/10 Good
"Close to the ferry terminal. Great place to stop for a short night."
Nic 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Hotels near other Departure Bay Beach attractions

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.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Departure Bay Beach?
Departure Bay Beach is located in Nanaimo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Coast Bastion Hotel and Departure Bay Motel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?
Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Departure Bay Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Departure Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in 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 booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Departure Bay Beach.
What can I see and do near Departure Bay Beach?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Beach Estates Park and Petroglyph Park. Create some family memories at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The OV Arts Centre. At Pipers Lagoon Park, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Long Lake, you can surround yourself with nature.