Departure Bay
Nanaimo
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Departure Bay Beach
4/5(1 review)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?
Old City Quarter
4.5/5(8 reviews)
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
4/5(7 reviews)
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
4.5/5(54 reviews)
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.
Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park during your travels in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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.
Things to do
Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat
CA $250
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Departure Bay Hotel Deals
THE Beach Club Resort
181 Beachside Drive Parksville BC
The price is CA $232 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
CA $232
CA $289 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Parksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,237 reviews)
"Great location friendly helpful staff clean modern room"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
96 Terminal Avenue North Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $135 per night from May 28 to May 29
CA $135
CA $157 total
May 28 - May 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,286 reviews)
"Great hotel in a perfect location by the harbor. We have stayed here b4 and loved it.....that's why we r back!!"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
809 Island Hwy S Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $152 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
CA $152
CA $177 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,541 reviews)
"Staff was good. Room had mold in the shower, damaged curtains, peeling wallpaper and artwork removed from the walls."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel
11 Bastion Street Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $210 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
CA $210
CA $244 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,617 reviews)
"Awesome"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
240 Dogwood St Parksville BC
The price is CA $232 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
CA $232
CA $267 total
May 31 - Jun 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Parksville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Stay was great. We experienced some noise from the unit above. Hard floors probably had a lot to do with that."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
424 West Island Highway Parksville BC
The price is CA $189 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
CA $189
CA $217 total
Jun 2 - Jun 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Parksville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (684 reviews)
"Updated rooms. Comfortable bed and bedding. Continental breakfast was simple but all you need. Definitely a good value!"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay
Central Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo might not have many top sights, but Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Maffeo Sutton Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Downtown Nanaimo
If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Nanaimo Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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