Departure Bay Travel Guide

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Departure Bay
Departure Bay
Departure Bay
Departure Bay
Departure Bay

Popular places to visit

Neck Point Park

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 waterfront.

Neck Point Park
Maffeo Sutton Park

Maffeo Sutton Park

Learn about the local history of Nanaimo when you spend time at Maffeo Sutton Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Maffeo Sutton Park

Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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 Ferry Terminal

Departure Bay Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?

Departure Bay Beach

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.

Beach Estates Park

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.

Duke Point Ferry Terminal

Activities

Wildlife, Waterfalls, Caves, Old Growth on Vancouver Island

Wildlife, Waterfalls, Caves, Old Growth on Vancouver Island

AU$1,740
per traveller
Wildlife, Waterfalls, Caves, Old Growth on Vancouver Island
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Our pick of the best Departure Bay Hotel Deals

THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort

3.5 out of 5
181 Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
The price is AU$250 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$250
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Parksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,024 reviews)
"Great! If we were missing anything, upon request it was promptly delivered."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

THE Beach Club Resort
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

2 out of 5
96 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC
The price is AU$126 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$126
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,091 reviews)
"Great location just outside the downtown area. Room was recently refreshed and was very comfy."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

2.5 out of 5
209 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC
The price is AU$131 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$131
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach holiday park in Parksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (750 reviews)
"Nice view and very clean!"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

2.5 out of 5
12570 Trans Canada Highway, Ladysmith, BC
The price is AU$213 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$213
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in North Oyster. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,191 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and quiet. The staff were absolutely fabulous. Special shout out to Scarlett who went out of her way to assist us when we had an unexpected hiccup in our travel plans! Will be staying there again for sure."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5 out of 5
11 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC
The price is AU$212 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$212
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,458 reviews)
"Loved the view and nice quick walk down to the water with good restaurants nearby."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Coast Bastion Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

2.5 out of 5
809 Island Hwy S, Nanaimo, BC
The price is AU$183 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$183
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,465 reviews)
"Unfortunately we didn’t try the breakfast as we had to be at the airport at 4:30 am"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
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Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay

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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 Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Beach.

Stephenson Point

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