Departure Bay

Nanaimo

A calm lake with boats, a forested shoreline, and distant mountains.
Two eagles perched on a snow-covered tree branch overlooking a wintery landscape with buildings and a river.
A waterfront with a sandy beach, large logs, and houses in the background.
A calm lake with a dock, surrounded by dense forest and mountains in the background.
A calm sea with a large cruise ship in the distance, surrounded by forested islands.

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Departure Bay Beach

8.6/10 (329 reviews)
<p>Departure Bay Beach offers a relaxing atmosphere with beautiful sand and gentle waves, perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying stunning coastal views in a vibrant beach setting.</p>
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Things to do

Our new semi-covered vessel has warm seating indoors and a viewing platform at the stern.

Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat

CA $250
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat
Tofino to Nanaimo: Private car transfer

Tofino to Nanaimo: Private car transfer

CA $625
per traveller
Tofino to Nanaimo: Private car transfer
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Departure Bay Hotel Deals

THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort

3.5 out of 5
181 Beachside Drive Parksville BC
The price is CA $419 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
CA $419
CA $505 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,305 reviews)
"We had a great stay! Everything was very clean and well organized, and they even provided some useful items for us to use. The ocean view was amazing and truly memorable. We’re already planning to come back again next year!"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026

THE Beach Club Resort
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

2.5 out of 5
809 Island Hwy S Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $187 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
CA $187
CA $217 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,547 reviews)
"Good place and clean!"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

2 out of 5
424 West Island Highway Parksville BC
The price is CA $252 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
CA $252
CA $290 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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! (753 reviews)
"Very good stay. Standard complimentary breakfast, but it was good. And we liked the location - just a short drive from everywhere we wanted to go."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

2 out of 5
96 Terminal Avenue North Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $143 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
CA $143
CA $165 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,345 reviews)
"Very dated facility !!!!! I need of updating ( a lot of updating) Noisy as the facility is located on a main road to hospital with ambulance sirens constant."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5 out of 5
11 Bastion Street Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $195 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
CA $195
CA $226 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,668 reviews)
"Older property, but maintained well. Location was excellent, right by the waterfront and a quick walk to many restaurants. Rooms were decently sized and clean."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026

Coast Bastion Hotel
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

3.5 out of 5
1155 Resort Drive Parksville BC
The price is CA $358 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
CA $358
CA $412 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Parksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara and Parksville ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The property is beautiful, the cabin had a great bath tub. The cabin had everything we needed. Can't wait to go back there again. Clean room. Delicious food and beverages. The staff is very kind."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

Find the best Departure Bay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Departure Bay
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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.

Downtown Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Vancouver Island Military Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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