Top 10 Hotels Near Departure Bay Beach in Nanaimo for 2026

Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

Buccaneer Inn

Central Nanaimo, 2.7 km from Departure Bay Beach

Kara

P7,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

The Spot

Central Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Beach

YANRU

P7,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 6 - Jul 7

Departure Bay Motel

Central Nanaimo, 1.9 km from Departure Bay Beach

Amy

P5,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

The Bluebird Motel

Central Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Departure Bay Beach

Nancy

P6,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 3.7 km from Departure Bay Beach

Steve

P8,734 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo, 4.1 km from Departure Bay Beach

Reuben

P7,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 6 - Jul 7

Coast Bastion Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach

Lesley

P9,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

5.2 km from Departure Bay Beach

Natalia

P3,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Central Nanaimo, 3.6 km from Departure Bay Beach

Cindy

P4,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Downtown Nanaimo, 4.9 km from Departure Bay Beach

Kristi

P8,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Downtown Nanaimo, 5 km from Departure Bay Beach

P6,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 27 - Jun 28

Harbour Light Motel

6 km from Departure Bay Beach

Eala

P7,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Best Western Northgate Inn

6.1 km from Departure Bay Beach

P11,077 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 16 - Jul 17

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Buccaneer Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 931 reviews	View
The Spot	2.0 star property	8.4 Very Good 775 reviews	View
Departure Bay Motel	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 657 reviews	View
The Bluebird Motel	2.0 star property	7.0 Good 767 reviews	View
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo	2.5 star property	8.2 Very Good 1,003 reviews	View

Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed one night there during the summer, when they operate as hotel-style accommodations. While the property isn’t brand new, it was excellent value for the price. I was pleasantly surprised by how clean the room was. It included all the basics you’d expect: towels, soap, shower gel, and even coffee in the room, which made the stay very comfortable. Another big plus was the 24-hour on-site staff, which made check-in easy and convenient no matter the arrival time. Overall, a great budget-friendly option with everything you need for a short stay. I would definitely consider staying there again."

Quality Inn

8/10 Good

"When checking in, I asked if there was an upgrade available, they had a King room but were going to charge the difference, understandable, but I opted to stay with my queen room and rate. I had an issue with a slow draining bathroom sink. I requested if maintenance could look into it and repair, I was heading out for the day so timing was not an issue. I arrived back in my room around 3pm. As soon as I as I unlocked the door the telephone rang, it was the main desk explaining that maintenance had been in the room and tried to repair the drain, they were unable to and the front desk offered me to move rooms, which I did and they moved me to a King upgrade ( no added cost). Very impressed with the communication and the detail in how this whole situation was handled."

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

8/10 Good

"We liked this hotel and enjoyed the eastern view. It was close to everything including parking which was nearby and reasonable. We did not try breakfast. We would ask that you change to a better quality of coffee in the room and provide guests with some sort of liquid cream ( coffee mate or half and half) and not the powder which tastes terrible. Marriotts used to have Starbucks in the rooms ( and bath and body works in the rooms!!☺️). Also please provide some sort of daily service for people who Like coffee instead of us having to track it down. We appreciate the desk staff telling us how often room we would be done. We also liked flavored water in lobby."

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and well stocked. Checking in was fast and easy. We went into the lounge which is also a whiskey bar. We had a very friendly and helpful Barman who gave us a flight of Islay whiskey. He was very knowledgeable. Next was dinner in the outside portion of the dinning room. We had a nice dinner with paired wine. The salad, crab cake and calamari were very good. I also had the short ribs that were very tasty. After a long day, we had a great evening. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room and beds were comfortable. We will be back next time we visit Nanaimo."

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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.

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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 9 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Departure Bay Beach?

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Departure Bay Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Departure Bay Motel and Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Departure Bay Beach?

Expedia has 9 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.

What can I see and do near Departure Bay Beach?

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. At Pipers Lagoon Park, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, and Long Lake, you can surround yourself with nature.

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Our top choices for Departure Bay Beach hotels

Buccaneer Inn

The Spot

Departure Bay Motel

The Bluebird Motel

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Coast Bastion Hotel

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Harbour Light Motel

Best Western Northgate Inn

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Top Departure Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Hotels near other Departure Bay Beach attractions

Beach Estates Park

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