Departure Bay Travel Guide
Nanaimo
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Popular places to visit
Neck Point Park
Neck Point 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.
Maffeo Sutton Park
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo when you spend time at Maffeo Sutton Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Departure Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?
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.
Duke Point Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Duke Point Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
From Nanaimo: Seaplane flight to Sechelt with Strait of Georgia Experience
Full-Day Tour, Waterfalls, Caves, Old Growth on Vancouver Island
Top hotels in Departure Bay
THE Beach Club Resort
Clean and nice area near beach
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Great location just outside the downtown area. Room was recently refreshed and was very comfy.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Sea Edge Beachside Hotel
Nice view and very clean!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
The hotel was clean and quiet. The staff were absolutely fabulous. Special shout out to Scarlett who went out of her way to assist us when we had an unexpected hiccup in our travel plans! Will be staying there again for sure.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Coast Bastion Hotel
Loved the view and nice quick walk down to the water with good restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Unfortunately we didn’t try the breakfast as we had to be at the airport at 4:30 am
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay
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 Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Beach.
