Departure Bay
Nanaimo
Visit Departure Bay
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 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 carefree 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.
Vancouver Island University
Explore the campus of Vancouver Island University, during your trip to Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Things to do
Wildlife, Waterfalls, Caves, Old Growth on Vancouver Island
Wildlife, Waterfalls, Caves, Old Growth on Vancouver Island
Top hotels in Departure Bay
THE Beach Club Resort
Everything was so perfection
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
The service here was among the best I've experienced. We stayed for just 1 night. I arrived for breakfast 5 minutes after it closed, (door was closed and locked) thinking I still had 5 minutes (because the clock in our room was wrong), I went to the front desk and saw that I was in fact late and ...
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay
Great service, room upgraded for free, very kid friendly
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Coast Bastion Hotel
Right beside Port Theatre and room check out was noon, which Is why we chose it. Restaurant was excellent, and the morning view spectacular! Comfortable bed, and room was clean and fresh! Great stay.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Staff at the Bistro restaurant were excellent. One of the biggest perks to staying at the courtyard hotel is the Bistro happy hour and the service from the staff there.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Inn On Long Lake
Great staff friendly service
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
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.
