Departure Bay
Nanaimo
Visit Departure Bay
Popular places to visit
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 carefree afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?
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.
Old City Quarter
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo with a stop at Old City Quarter. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Long Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Lake during your travels in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Pipers Lagoon Park
After visiting Pipers Lagoon Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Top hotels in Departure Bay
THE Beach Club Resort
Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. A good restaurant, a good fitness room, a good indoor pool and hot tub, close proximity to beach and boardwalk.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Room was good. Hallways look kind of worn out and a bit dirty. Staff is nice
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Great loca
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
We had a wonderful stay! The place was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Communication with the host was smooth and very friendly. The location was convenient and perfect for our trip. We truly enjoyed our time here and would happily stay again. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel
Room was clean. Staff was cheerful and helpful
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Inn On Long Lake
Clean room, beds and linen were decent. The pet and parking fee was unexpected
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay
Stephenson Point
Though Stephenson Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
