Departure Bay
Nanaimo





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Departure Bay Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?

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.

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
Departure Bay Hotel Deals

THE Beach Club Resort
"Great location friendly helpful staff clean modern room"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
"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
"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
"Awesome"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
"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
"Updated rooms. Comfortable bed and bedding. Continental breakfast was simple but all you need. Definitely a good value!"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
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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