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Our top choices for Departure Bay hotels

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.

1. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"great stay for the price!"
Canada
James
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Buccaneer Inn
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

2. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.7 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (759 reviews)
"Nice comfortable stay"
Canada
Torben
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Departure Bay Motel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

3. 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, (1,036 reviews)
"Nice hotel reasonably priced."
Canada
Rick
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

4. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Building is beautiful, room spotless, staff very helpful and kind. Had a wonderful stay. Will stay there again!"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

5. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (838 reviews)
"Staff very helpful, big room, bed comfy, shower head amazing, towels huge, nice outdoor space"
Canada
Shelli
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Spot
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

6. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,119 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean and nice location on the lake."
Canada
Robin
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Inn On Long Lake
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

7. 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 AU$180
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

8. 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, (1,372 reviews)
"Fantastic place!!"
Canada
Manjusha
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A marina with boats docked, a building with a 'Coast Hotels' sign, and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

9. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,841 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
Canada
Sharon
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Coast Bastion Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies with outdoor furniture, a central entrance with a covered area, and a parking lot.

10. 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, (1,469 reviews)
"Close walk to the water, clean rooms and helpful staff"
Canada
Stephan
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

11. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Super nice hotel and breakfast in the morning is such a bonus!"
Canada
ROBIN
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Best Western Northgate Inn
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

12. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff"
Canada
Jesse
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

13. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and close to amenities."
Canada
Christine
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Quality Inn
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

14. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"A charming, old school motel that anyone who has spent vacations going on road trips will appreciate for its charm and the memories of road trips past it conjures up. Comfy with all of the typical amenities we are used to, with that unique touch that is absent when staying at a corporate chain motel."
Canada
Philip
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Harbour Light Motel
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

15. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay
7.0 out of 10, Good, (838 reviews)
"Good price for a week and 3 adults"
Canada
Dean
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Bluebird Motel
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

16. 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, (1,522 reviews)
"This is an adequate hotel, clean, but definitely an older facility."
Canada
Darlene
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

17. 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 AU$125
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.

18. 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 AU$127
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Diplomat Motel
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area with a red car.

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
22.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,349 reviews)
"Excellent staff lovely place great location will stay again"
Canada
Nicole Di
The price is AU$243
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
An aerial view of a property with two swimming pools surrounded by rock formations and greenery.

20. Pacific Shores Resort & Spa

Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
3.5 star property
22.2 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (836 reviews)
"We enjoyed"
Canada
Aman
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
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Our guide on 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

Recent Reviews in Departure Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"Bed and bedding was excellent slept very well. Only complaint would be the AC was a bit lacking and was working all the time, think the unit is getting a tad tired. Towels and room cleaning staff were very good and very accommodating. The free breakfast was excellent good coffee, fruit choices , muffins were yum, yogurt and juices it was great to get a hard boiled egg as well, quick protein."
Rene 4-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Departure Bay?
The best time to visit Departure Bay is from late spring to early autumn, specifically between May and October, when the weather is at its finest.

During these months, you'll experience consistently pleasant temperatures, ideal for enjoying the outdoors and the stunning natural beauty of the area. The days are longer, offering more daylight for exploring the coastlines and local attractions around Nanaimo.

For those looking to enjoy water activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing by the sea, July and August offer the warmest water temperatures and the most sunshine. This period is also great for taking advantage of the ferry services to nearby islands or exploring the regional parks.

If you prefer a quieter experience with fewer crowds, late May to June or September to early October are excellent choices. The weather remains agreeable, and you can still partake in most activities without the peak season bustle.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our 'Fully refundable property' filter during your search to find the right Departure Bay hotel for you.
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