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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (967 reviews)
"Great room, great staff"
United States
drew
The price is AED 443
AED 514 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Buccaneer Inn
View from property

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (335 reviews)
"Beautiful view, lovely room and friendly host."
Canada
Anette
The price is AED 425
AED 492 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
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, (702 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great little motel."
Canada
Amy
The price is AED 378
AED 438 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Departure Bay Motel
BBQ/picnic area

The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (802 reviews)
"Clean and convenient to ferry terminal."
Canada
Petra
The price is AED 466
AED 571 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Spot
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

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, (796 reviews)
"Good stay for one night and staff were able to accommodate my late arrival from the ferry"
Canada
Geoffrey
The price is AED 349
AED 405 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
The Bluebird Motel
Exterior

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,702 reviews)
"It was an excellent stay"
Canada
Janet
The price is AED 538
AED 624 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Coast Bastion Hotel
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Handy location, clean, quiet room. Front desk staff friendly and attentive. Have stayed here many times."
Canada
Carmen
The price is AED 607
AED 704 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Northgate Inn
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, (1,085 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay."
Canada
Tammie
The price is AED 631
AED 732 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Inn On Long Lake
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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, (1,310 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, great location. Will definitely stay again🙂"
Canada
Sheila
The price is AED 457
AED 530 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Front of property

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay - simple, clean, new."
Canada
Chelsea Lee
The price is AED 463
AED 537 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Quality Inn
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, (1,005 reviews)
"Great food and service in restaurant."
Canada
Qiang
The price is AED 560
AED 650 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Grand Hotel 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, (455 reviews)
"Everything was clean, great price, friendly and helpful staff, super comfortable beds."
Canada
Alix
The price is AED 221
AED 257 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
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, (1,007 reviews)
"Good location and a nice place to stay"
Canada
Patrick
The price is AED 554
AED 642 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
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, (1,009 reviews)
"Great Location!"
Canada
Retha
The price is AED 367
AED 426 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Harbour Light Motel
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, (1,382 reviews)
"Was a pretty fun stay definitely would recommend"
Canada
angus
The price is AED 430
AED 499 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
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, (1,558 reviews)
"Had a good and comfortable stay."
Canada
Akash
The price is AED 497
AED 577 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
View from property

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, (1,005 reviews)
"We had a very good experience with this hotel, everything from the price, to how helpful the front desk staff was above par. I will definitely stay here again."
Canada
Camille
The price is AED 507
AED 588 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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, (283 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 AED 319
AED 370 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
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
7.0 out of 10, Good, (925 reviews)
"Comfortable room and a convenient location."
United States
Danielle
The price is AED 344
AED 399 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
Front of property

Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (531 reviews)
"Nice people and rooms clean"
Canada
Drew
The price is AED 381
AED 442 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Diplomat Motel
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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
Seaview Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, fireplace
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
967 reviews
View
View from property
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
335 reviews
View
Reception
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
702 reviews
View
BBQ/picnic area
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very Good
802 reviews
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
796 reviews
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Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel

8/10 Good
"…."
Jorge 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Harbour Light Motel

Other attractions near 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.
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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, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 4.3 mi (7 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo and Coast Bastion Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations 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 bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Departure Bay Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Departure Bay Beach?
To find more details about updating your stay near Departure Bay Beach or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do near Departure Bay Beach?
You can enjoy live performances at The Globe Live Studio and The Port Theatre. 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.