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Discover 591 Departure Bay hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Exterior
Massage studio & SPA services, private room retreat and rest
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (77)
"This was exactly what we needed for an overnight stay and exceeded our expectations. The communication with Renee and Eddie was great and everything was explained. The room itself featured an extremely comfortable bed and pillows. Everything you need for a nice casual continental breakfast was available in the room. We were late getting in and Renee made us a scrumptious homemade dinner of spaghetti and soup which we enjoyed on the patio. The sea lions off in the near distance provided the...
The price is $58
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Massage studio & SPA services, private room retreat and rest
Restaurant
Arbutus Grove Motel
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (58)
"great little Motel for travelers. we stayed in the off season and just one night, but could see being comfortable for a longer stay. "
The price is $95
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Arbutus Grove Motel
Indoor pool
Oceanside Village Resort
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (207)
"Great place for a family vacation !!!!!!!"
Oceanside Village Resort
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Exterior
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (394)
"Clean and nice"
The price is $146
$169 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Exterior
Sea Edge Motel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (345)
"Right on the beach"
The price is $102
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Sea Edge Motel
Front of property
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (643)
"Friendly staff Great communication when booking. "
The price is $130
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Buccaneer Inn
Exterior
THE Beach Club Resort
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"it is located next to the parksville beach."
The price is $170
$213 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
THE Beach Club Resort
Indoor spa tub
Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Will come back again. "
The price is $139
$169 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
Inn On Long Lake
Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View (Coast Premium King with Ocean View) | Room amenity
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very convenient location to downtown Nanaimo. Reasonable parking price and access. Good restaurant. Clean with friendly staff."
The price is $131
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Coast Bastion Hotel
Exterior
Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Good property."
The price is $120
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Best Western Northgate Inn
One Bedroom Ocean View - Sleeps 4 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Ocean Sands Resort
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (319)
"I liked this property so close to beach access for daily walks while tide was out and in. It was easy access as we had a car rented. The pool was not yet open and would have been inconvenient if we had our grandchildren with us. it had a well stocked kitchen, good TV to watch play off hockey and front desk restocked items as we ran out ie. coffee,filters,toilet paper,garbage bags"
The price is $183
$210 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Ocean Sands Resort
View from property
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (229)
"Absolute nice view."
The price is $86
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
Beach nearby
Ocean Trails Resort
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (261)
"We enjoy location and the pool."
The price is $154
$177 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Ocean Trails Resort
Front of property
Quality Inn
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (559)
"close to water front."
The price is $112
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
Quality Inn
King Studio Suite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Spot
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (344)
"Well priced, decent, clean room and a courteous and friendly check in. The exterior is somewhat dated, but the motel is very proximate to the ferries."
The price is $84
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
The Spot
Indoor pool
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"This spa is unique, picturesque with plentiful staff that are friendly and helpful. The different types of accommodation were thoughtfully and tastefully arranged on the property. The quality of the food was first class (if pricey). The kitchenette and gas fire made the room much more comfortable. Some of the equipment in the gym could be better maintained; and it would be a bonus if the pool beside the gym had thermal water. Having bars of soap for handwashing in the room would have been...
The price is $198
$227 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Exterior
Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (447)
"The 2 bedroom studio suite is beautiful. Amazing stay. With stunning views. Mark at the front desk is super friendly and helpful. "
The price is $102
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Free breakfast was a bonus and well done. Room was big and was quiet. Staff were lovely. "
The price is $112
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Exterior
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (715)
"The Grand Hotel is a beautiful hotel. The staff were polite and helpful"
The price is $109
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (543)
"We really enjoyed our stay at this resort. The rooms were great, the restaurant was amazing and the property/view was incomparable!"
The price is $117
$143 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
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Departure Bay Travel Info

Number of reviews
14,487
Location
Nanaimo, Canada
Similar neighborhood
Stephenson Point
Accommodation
591 hotels
Known landmarks
Departure Bay Beach, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Beach Estates Park
Known for
Walking, watersports and coastal beaches
Lowest price
$75
Highest price
$198

Frequently asked questions

What is Departure Bay like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nanaimo's Departure Bay neighborhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Departure Bay? Consider a visit to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in Departure Bay?

For your stay in Departure Bay, Elegant 5 Bedroom Ocean view House is one of the top choices based on our traveler data. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Beautifully furnished 3-BD Suite with Ocean View.

How many hotels will I find in Departure Bay?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Nanaimo, you can choose from 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Departure Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Departure Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Departure Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Departure Bay?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Departure Bay, click here.

What is there to do in this Nanaimo neighborhood?

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 Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Beach are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Frank Crane Arena, Brechin Lanes, and Long Lake are just a few of the places to visit in and around Departure Bay. Pipers Lagoon Park and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nanaimo.

Recent reviews of Departure Bay hotels

Travelodge by Wyndham Parksville

Travelodge by Wyndham Parksville

5/5 Excellent
"The staff is very kind clean rooms "
A verified traveler stayed at Travelodge by Wyndham Parksville
Posted 17 hours ago
Travelodge by Wyndham Parksville