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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach 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 Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is AED 281
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Buccaneer Inn
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.

2. 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, (352 reviews)
"Beautiful view"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is AED 383
AED 444 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

3. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (876 reviews)
"I liked the location to the ferry."
Canada
Gary
The price is AED 260
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Spot
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

4. 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, (808 reviews)
"Nice location easy walk up the hill from the ferry terminal."
Canada
miles
The price is AED 250
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Departure Bay Motel
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

5. 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, (854 reviews)
"Was a good price for the room which has been renovated in the past few years."
Canada
Tyler
The price is AED 285
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Bluebird Motel
A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

6. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,903 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! Would definitely stay here again. Convenient location & tons of stuff in walking distance with beautiful views."
United States
Katelyn
The price is AED 413
AED 479 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Coast Bastion Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

7. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Canada
James
The price is AED 395
AED 458 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Northgate Inn
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

8. 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, (1,115 reviews)
"Beautiful views of the lake, comfortable bed, a truly lovely stay! I will gladly book here again next time I visit Nanaimo :)"
Canada
Kristina
The price is AED 411
AED 477 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Inn On Long Lake
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

9. 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, (1,367 reviews)
"Super close to ferries."
Canada
Nathalie
The price is AED 400
AED 464 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

10. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely clean, great location...Great stay"
Canada
Yusuf
The price is AED 355
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,537 reviews)
"Great stay"
Canada
Evgeny
The price is AED 273
AED 317 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Ramada" sign, featuring a balcony on the upper floor and a covered entrance area.

12. 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, (1,058 reviews)
"Lovely staff, comfortable accomodation and good breakfast included."
Canada
Elisabeth
The price is AED 335
AED 389 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

13. 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)
"Great stay, very clean and friendly staff."
Canada
Chris
The price is AED 250
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Harbour Light Motel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance sign.

14. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Very pleased with our stay. Breakfast was also great!"
Canada
Paulette
The price is AED 379
AED 440 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

15. 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, (1,541 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Canada
Ralph
The price is AED 349
AED 405 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

16. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"I had a self-catered 3-night solo silent retreat at Bethlehem and am so glad I did. If you want to unplug and reconnect within and with whatever you understand as creation, this is a great place to do it. The facilities are simple but more than adequate, the property is beautiful with a labyrinth, library, pond feature and more, and Westwood Lake could not be more beautiful."
Canada
Brandon
The price is AED 180
AED 288 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Bethlehem Centre
A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, large windows, and chandeliers.

17. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff and close to amenities and local attractions."
Canada
Steven
The price is AED 376
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A building with a sign reading "Painted Turtle Guesthouse."

18. 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, (298 reviews)
"The Painted Turtle was a good accommodation choice for my stay in Nanaimo. The location was convenient and the availability of cooking facilities was a plus."
United States
Lynne
The price is AED 296
AED 343 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

19. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
6.2 km from Departure Bay Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (562 reviews)
"Everything the staff, the room especially the washroom is so clean"
Canada
Louie
The price is AED 260
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Diplomat Motel
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

20. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Good rooms and good rates"
Canada
Sheldon
The price is AED 240
AED 279 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
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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
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.
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A view from a balcony overlooking the ocean with a clear sky and a tall evergreen tree.
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
352 reviews
View
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
876 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
808 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
854 reviews
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Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

8/10 Good
"We spent 3 nights here. Check in/out staff (especially Scott) was super friendly and accommodating by arranging our room to be right across the hall from our travel companion. Both rooms were large and very clean. Bathrooms were clean but a bit on the small side and could have used some towel bars (instead of just hooks on the walls) to dry the damp towels better. It was extremely helpful to have a non stick tub mat available for the bath/shower as the tile tub surround was super slippery and there were no (towel) bars nor grab handles to assist getting in/out of the tub. The continental breakfast had good coffee- but not much choice for those with gluten allergies- other than yogurt and hard boiled eggs. We dined on site at Ricky's Restaurant and were very pleased with the menu items and available gluten friendly options. Nice friendly staff and delicious food. Hotel was fairly quiet (other than the pounding rain & wind) during our stay."
Celia 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

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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?
Inn On Long Lake is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a private beach and free breakfast. It's located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Coast Bastion Hotel and Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo.
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?
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What can I see and do near Departure Bay Beach?
Sights like Bastion and Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at The Port Theatre and The Globe Live Studio. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Beach Estates Park and Petroglyph Park.