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THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort
3.5 star property
28.1 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1029)
"great staff, great rooms and fantastic food"
Canada
Dayna
The price is Rp2.396.738
Rp3.033.259 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
THE Beach Club Resort
Indoor pool
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
3.5 star property
24.2 km from Departure Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Everything was great loved the room too we will be back again "
Canada
Danielle
The price is Rp2.880.663
Rp3.312.762 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Free daily buffet breakfast
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
2.5 star property
22.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1214)
"Nice quiet stay for the night."
Canada
Bernice
The price is Rp1.934.854
Rp2.225.082 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
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Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
2.5 star property
28.1 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (833)
"Friendly staff, and clean quiet rooms with beautiful beach views."
Canada
Alan
The price is Rp1.398.298
Rp1.608.103 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
Food and drink
Coast Parksville Hotel

Coast Parksville Hotel

Coast Parksville Hotel
2.5 star property
28.5 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great location "
Canada
Masae
The price is Rp1.398.298
Rp1.608.103 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Coast Parksville Hotel
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
3.0 star property
28.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Friendly and Knowledgeable staff. Great restaurant and clean room."
Canada
Shani
The price is Rp2.013.140
Rp2.315.111 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
2.0 star property
28.7 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (432)
"We love this Hotel have everything that we want "
Canada
ronald
The price is Rp1.525.361
Rp1.754.165 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
Outdoor spa tub
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa

Pacific Shores Resort & Spa

Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
3.5 star property
22.2 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (769)
"Wifi kept dropping Beds and pillows were not comfortable especially the pull out The food at the restaurant is delicious The location is lovely "
Canada
Natasha
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View (Coast Premium King with Ocean View) | Room amenity
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
4.9 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1493)
"Wonderful stay"
Canada
Richard
The price is Rp2.037.227
Rp2.363.183 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Coast Bastion Hotel
Front of property
Quality Inn

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great place to stay in Nanaimo "
Canada
Derrick
The price is Rp1.398.298
Rp1.622.026 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Quality Inn
Mini-golf
The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn

The Tide's Inn
3.0 star property
28.6 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (970)
"It was good place for a two night stay"
Canada
Brad
The price is Rp1.181.508
Rp1.358.794 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
The Tide's Inn
Restaurant
Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel

Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
23.9 km from Departure Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (200)
"Good reception and clean facilities"
Canada
Bob
Arbutus Grove Motel
3 restaurants, breakfast served
Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Staff and room perfect "
Canada
Sandra
The price is Rp1.474.175
Rp1.710.042 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
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Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (870)
"Inexpensive and convenient place to stay in Nanaimo "
Canada
Derrick
The price is Rp1.218.242
Rp1.413.112 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Buccaneer Inn
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The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Very friendly staff, quick check in, very quiet"
Canada
Rick
The price is Rp1.625.928
Rp1.886.076 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
One Bedroom Ocean View - Sleeps 4 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Ocean Sands Resort

Ocean Sands Resort

Ocean Sands Resort
3.0 star property
24.2 km from Departure Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (407)
"Was a very nice place to stay with an amazing view ! "
Canada
Merle
The price is Rp1.794.543
Rp2.063.724 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Ocean Sands Resort
Indoor spa tub
Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Departure Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1019)
"Nice central location , decent accommodations and nice staff - the lake is beautiful"
United States
Richard
Inn On Long Lake
Sauna
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
4 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1146)
"Great staff, good breakfast . Will definitely stay here again. "
Canada
Crystal
The price is Rp1.144.172
Rp1.327.239 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Departure Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Rooms very clean, beds good, staff at check in amazing!!"
Canada
Kathy
The price is Rp1.553.665
Rp1.802.251 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Harbour Light Motel
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Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Departure Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1495)
"Enjoyed our stay very much. Fantastic Staff!"
Canada
PETER
The price is Rp1.539.211
Rp1.785.485 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

Find the best Departure Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

Top Departure Bay Hotel Reviews

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic stay! The room was clean and comfortable, but what made it truly special was the outstanding service from front desk staff, Navdeep. He was warm, professional, and went out of his way to help with every request. The Grotto spa experience was great as well. "
Amanpreet 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

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Frequently asked questions

What is Departure Bay like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nanaimo's Departure Bay neighbourhood. Are you looking for Departure Bay travel tips? Make sure that you visit Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels are there in Departure Bay?
Book one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in Departure Bay and start exploring everything Nanaimo has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Departure Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Departure Bay.
What is there to do in this Nanaimo neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Departure Bay with a visit to Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Beach Estates Park. Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Frank Crane Arena, Brechin Lanes and Lost Lake are just a few of the places to visit in and around Departure Bay. Long Lake and Maffeo Sutton Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo.