Title: Departure Bay Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95332788&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Departure Bay Motel Travelers find everything they need at this convenient motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, where the staff's helpfulness consistently earns praise from guests. ## Photo gallery for Departure Bay Motel ![Reception - Departure Bay Motel (Nanaimo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95340000/95332800/95332788/bd519a01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | Terrace/patio - Departure Bay Motel (Nanaimo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95340000/95332800/95332788/79153bd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | Living area - Departure Bay Motel (Nanaimo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95340000/95332800/95332788/b83ad0ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds - Departure Bay Motel (Nanaimo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95340000/95332800/95332788/92670827.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen - Departure Bay Motel (Nanaimo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95340000/95332800/95332788/511a86eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Departure Bay Motel is minutes from the ferry terminal, offering practical amenities for a comfortable stay. Guests appreciate the laundry facilities, free in-room WiFi, and complimentary self parking. Visitors highlight the helpful staff and on-site vending machine. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar. 11 - Mar. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=95332788&PinnedHotelID=95332788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=95332788&PinnedHotelID=95332788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar. 12 - Mar. 13](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=95332788&PinnedHotelID=95332788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=95332788&PinnedHotelID=95332788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar. 13 - Mar. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=95332788&PinnedHotelID=95332788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=95332788&PinnedHotelID=95332788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar. 20 - Mar. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=95332788&PinnedHotelID=95332788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=95332788&PinnedHotelID=95332788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed ![Room, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95340000/95332800/95332788/3f9ffbff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 Queen Bed 7.6 Good 38 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette ![Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95340000/95332800/95332788/8a7bcde8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Dining table LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds ![Room, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95340000/95332800/95332788/92670827.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Queen Beds ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette ![Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95340000/95332800/95332788/04199530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette 8.4 Very good 7 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Dining table LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanaimo-Hotels-Departure-Bay-Motel.h95332788.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanaimo-Hotels-Departure-Bay-Motel.h95332788.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Nanaimo, Departure Bay Motel is in the city center. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Brechin Lanes and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Nanaimo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanaimo.dx3908) [View more Motels in Nanaimo](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanaimo-Motels.d3908-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C49.18931%2C-123.96299&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=T73ZoqpyAE0OQ9S9K1AZSyp_bwg=) 2011 Estevan Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 3Y9 ### What's nearby - ![Horseshoe Bay, British Columbia, Canada -- April 11, 2021: BC Ferries vessel departing from Horseshoe Bay Terminal on its way to Vancouver Island.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248630043286633/23b10bd6-9c3a-4d43-9fd6-0d9d46075107.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Departure Bay Ferry Terminal 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - ![sunrise near Departure Bay at nanaimo, vancouver island, british colombia, canada](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248630043286644/43453620-d8b9-4ee9-896c-293442f2bddf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Departure Bay Beach 3 min drive \- 2.2 km - ![A beautiful view towards the Nanaimo Harbour from Newcastle Island. Newcastle Island Park is a great place to hike, camp, explore, beachcomb, and kayak. #LoveMyTown ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3908/39ccf4d1-4908-4d2d-8ca4-c9d9467be7e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park 5 min drive \- 1.3 km - Beach Estates Park 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Nanaimo Regional General Hospital 13 min walk \- 1.2 km ### Getting around - Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) 6 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 4 min drive - Drip Coffee | Social 15 min walk - McDonald's 15 min walk - Tim Hortons 4 min walk - Danpung Momiji 3 min drive ## About this property ### Departure Bay Motel Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal Departure Bay Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - A vending machine - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Departure Bay Motel boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property. 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In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Vending machine ### Outdoors - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Front entrance ramp - No elevator - Tile flooring in room - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LED TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Laptop workspace - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 19 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 21.00 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of CAD 200 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet fee: CAD 21.00 per pet, per day - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit Property Registration Number 5031994 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Departure Bay Motel Motel Departure Bay Motel Nanaimo Departure Bay Motel Motel Nanaimo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Departure Bay Motel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Departure Bay Motel? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Departure Bay Motel? ### What time is check-out at Departure Bay Motel? ### Where is Departure Bay Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Departure Bay Motel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Amenities ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 229 8 - Good 189 6 - Okay 77 4 - Poor 40 2 - Terrible 43 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### fizan Jan 30, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing place and staff ##### fizan Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darby Feb 4, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff is nice rooms clean and renovated ##### Darby Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Teresa Feb 4, 2026 Convenient area for the ferry, room had large area bedroom and living room area , access to internet and tv bed comfortable ##### Teresa Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Jan 4, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were very nice and parking was nice ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Jan 5, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, good amenties, helpful staff. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex Jan 9, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Excellent staff. Excellent value ##### Alex Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Carmina Dec 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean room and friendly staff ##### Carmina Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aileen Jan 3, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Parking was easy There is a kitchen, stove, pots, cutlery, fridge in the remodelled room that we stayed. Staff was very friendly, Paul was very helpful in giving us tips for what to see in the area. ##### Aileen Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great staff đź‘Ť very good prices đź‘Ť definitely rec staying there ! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bf6f6c9e-d8ba-440e-8db5-58aad116472a-1759111277367.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2e252f3c-6c71-4fae-bd03-30f2f3350d26-1759111277449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ad7d22a7-5f43-4a21-ad32-3f0506cffcec-1759111277469.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Heidi Jan 14, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness Beds were clean and comfortable, quick overnight place to rest our heads. There was a lot of night time activity in the adjacent rooms, but once I was asleep I didn’t hear anything. It was safe and convenient location very close to ferry. Price was great. ##### Heidi Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Laura Jan 20, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities As a woman alone. Area does feel safe. I come here often. Staff is great. I like family run bussinesses. Parkng is right out front of the door. ##### Laura Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle Jan 4, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quick check in, clean room. The kitchenette is well equipped for longer stays. The mattress had a lot of give to it. You can definitely hear the people in the room above you. Overall it was a good stay, lots to do in the area. ##### Michelle Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Corlis Jan 13, 2026 Staff was friendly and helpful. One wall in the bathroom was dirty. Something black was on the sheets. Bed was comfortable. ##### Corlis Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasha Dec 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was great. Bed was very comfortable. Parking was very easy. Staff very friendly and helpful. Only downside was noise of traffic but no fault of the motel. ##### Natasha Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LI Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It’s a very nice place to stay , clean and very good location , very nice stuff ##### LI Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### David Dec 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Clean small room. Friendly and very helpful staff ##### David Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tatum Nov 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, newly renovated, lots of amenities provided in the room. Highly recommend (: ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/52c85aea-457b-4e44-b4d4-edbd885cfca7-1762892152553.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5e44dc3e-9907-4015-b575-e37900158a79-1762892152427.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e97db4fe-141b-4799-855d-dcfc07e3d96f-1762892152593.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tatum Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great spot, great staff, and very clean! ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Nov 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Clean room. Friendly staff. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Felix Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good price, room was clean, had all the necessities. ##### Felix Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Myron Oct 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Customer service was excellent. ##### Myron Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verna Oct 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely check in lady ##### Verna Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cylvia Oct 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Work related My stay with Departure Bay was as always very comfortable and relaxing. ##### Cylvia Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ken Jul 4, 2025 Liked: Amenities A good choice for a stopover near major transportation and a very good Greek restaurant next door. ##### Ken Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha Sep 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was very welcoming and helpful. Room was clean and bright. 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