A calm body of water with a small boat and a large ship in the distance, under a cloudy sky.

Find hotels near Departure Bay Beach, Nanaimo from AED 256

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

This weekend
31 Jul - 2 Aug
Next weekend
7 Aug - 9 Aug

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Selecting then applying a filter from this group will update the results on a new page

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, (969 reviews)
"Great room, great staff"
United States
drew
The price is AED 513
AED 595 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Buccaneer Inn
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, (804 reviews)
"Clean and convenient to ferry terminal."
Canada
Petra
The price is AED 466
AED 570 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 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, (798 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
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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, (1,708 reviews)
"It was an excellent stay"
Canada
Janet
The price is AED 518
AED 601 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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, (1,090 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay."
Canada
Tammie
The price is AED 630
AED 730 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Inn On Long Lake
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Handy location, clean, quiet room. Front desk staff friendly and attentive. Have stayed here many times."
Canada
Carmen
The price is AED 604
AED 701 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Best Western Northgate Inn
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, (1,312 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, great location. Will definitely stay again🙂"
Canada
Sheila
The price is AED 456
AED 529 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, (1,011 reviews)
"Great stay - simple, clean, new."
Canada
Chelsea Lee
The price is AED 462
AED 536 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great food and service in restaurant."
Canada
Qiang
The price is AED 559
AED 649 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 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, (458 reviews)
"Everything was clean, great price, friendly and helpful staff, super comfortable beds."
Canada
Alix
The price is AED 221
AED 256 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location and a nice place to stay"
Canada
Patrick
The price is AED 553
AED 641 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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, (1,394 reviews)
"Was a pretty fun stay definitely would recommend"
Canada
angus
The price is AED 429
AED 498 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Travelodge 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Location!"
Canada
Retha
The price is AED 416
AED 483 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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, (284 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 322
AED 374 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 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, (926 reviews)
"Comfortable room and a convenient location."
United States
Danielle
The price is AED 343
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
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, (1,000 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 506
AED 587 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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 357
AED 414 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Diplomat Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

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
969 reviews
View
Reception
Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
703 reviews
View
BBQ/picnic area
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.2
Very Good
804 reviews
View
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette (Deluxe) | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)
The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
798 reviews
View
Exterior
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,708 reviews
View

Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

10/10 Excellent
"It was great for a quick overnight. Room was clean and quiet. It was a bit confusing to find my room but once I got it figured out it was good."
trecho 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

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.
See properties

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?
Coast Bastion Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and private balconies. It's located 3.1 mi (5 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo and Inn On Long Lake.
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.