The Best Hotels Closest to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo for 2026

Our top choices for Departure Bay Ferry Terminal hotels

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

Buccaneer Inn

Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Wei

AED 413 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Coast Bastion Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Alan

AED 648 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

The Spot

Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Daley

AED 361 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jun - 28 Jun

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 2.9 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Kristi

AED 462 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Classic Queen Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels, soap

Departure Bay Motel

Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Sterling

AED 327 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jun - 10 Jun

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 1.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Steve

AED 520 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Downtown Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Marilyne

AED 382 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Central Nanaimo, 1.6 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Vivian

AED 306 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

The Bluebird Motel

Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Andrew

AED 410 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Downtown Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Jean

AED 547 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Best Western Northgate Inn

7.9 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Suzanne

AED 671 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Inn On Long Lake

5.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Patricia

AED 713 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Quality Inn

3.4 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Boting

AED 517 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

3.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Andrea

AED 211 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Harbour Light Motel

4 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Eala

AED 547 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

5.1 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

darin

AED 468 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Diplomat Motel

4.3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Dahlia

AED 382 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Buccaneer Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 920 reviews	View
Coast Bastion Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,623 reviews	View
The Spot	2.0 star property	8.4 Very Good 767 reviews	View
Best Western Dorchester Hotel	2.5 star property	8.4 Very Good 1,002 reviews	View
Departure Bay Motel	2.0 star property	8.0 Very Good 631 reviews	View

Top Departure Bay Ferry Terminal Hotel Reviews

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, decent room but clean and have everything ready. Great price and easy check in. Overall 5 start. For sure this would be my first choice for next time."

Coast Bastion Hotel

4/10 Poor

"We booked this hotel for convenience and were not made aware that the parking situation involves parking in public parking a block away, emptying your entire vehicle to avoid break-ins, and then when returning to the hotel, the elevator reeked of human urine. We took a slight wrong turn trying to get back to the hotel and ended up walking into an area where 20+ drug users were laying all over the ground and it felt very unsafe. When we complained the hotel simply sent back smiley face texts saying "Well, that's downtown for you". We have no idea why this is a 5 star hotel. There are few amenities, the room was average, and the staff in no way went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. They were passive aggressive and unhelpful. We tried to speak to management to address the situation and they refused to do anything for us. Extremely disappointing - we will never be back."

The Spot

6/10 Okay

"Mixed review for us. The check in process has many flaws, very disorganized. The link we were sent didn’t work so we didn’t receive any info before arrival despite having sent several messages and no replies. Thankfully there was a friendly staff member to help us when we arrived, however our room still wasn’t ready for an hour and a half after check in time and we didn’t receive the door code or room number until that time. The room itself was nice and clean."

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Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park

4.4/5 (46 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park during your travels in Nanaimo. 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 Ferry Terminal?

Departure Bay Ferry Terminal is located in a welcoming area of Nanaimo known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 12 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?

Located a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, The Bluebird Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options close by include Departure Bay Motel and The Spot.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

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What can I see and do near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?

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. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, Departure Bay Beach, and Protection Island.

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Our top choices for Departure Bay Ferry Terminal hotels

Buccaneer Inn

Coast Bastion Hotel

The Spot

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Departure Bay Motel

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Bluebird Motel

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Best Western Northgate Inn

Inn On Long Lake

Quality Inn

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Harbour Light Motel

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Diplomat Motel

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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

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Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park

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