Departure Bay

Nanaimo

Sea to Sky
Vancouver Island Bald Eagles perched on tree in winter wonderland.
Beach at Kinsmen Park, Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, Bc., during a beautiful autumn day.
Cold ocean view from Departure Bay
Departure Bay

Popular places to visit

Horseshoe Bay, British Columbia, Canada -- April 11, 2021: BC Ferries vessel departing from Horseshoe Bay Terminal on its way to Vancouver Island.

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 Ferry Terminal
sunrise near Departure Bay at nanaimo, vancouver island, british colombia, canada

Departure Bay Beach

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

Departure Bay Beach
Stairwell to upper promenade deck aboard the BC Ferries MV Coastal Renaissance as it prepares to depart from Tswassen Terminal en route to Swartz Bay, Sydney, British Columbia, Canada.

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.

Duke Point Ferry Terminal
Coloful victorian style streets of the old town of Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

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.

Old City Quarter
Wood dock on the long lake, Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Bc Canada

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 seaside.

Long Lake
Pipers Lagoon Park

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 lakeside.

Pipers Lagoon Park

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 $176 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $176
CA $225 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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! (1,146 reviews)
The big windows and deck was lovely. Very small room but so much light witch was nice. The internet was the only issue we had - it was lagging and slow... but aside from that - it was great!

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

THE Beach Club Resort
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 $201 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
CA $201
CA $231 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Parksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Parksville Beach and Grotto Spa at ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Nice family friendly resort.

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5 out of 5
11 Bastion Street Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $178 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
CA $178
CA $206 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,553 reviews)
Have to buy the breakfast. By far the best hotel we stayed at.

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

Coast Bastion Hotel
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

2 out of 5
424 West Island Highway Parksville BC
The price is CA $144 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
CA $144
CA $165 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
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! (562 reviews)
Staff was super friendly. Parking great. Breakfast was nothing special. Room was clean

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
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 $130 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
CA $130
CA $151 total
Apr 19 - Apr 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! (1,540 reviews)
Love the pool and hot tub❤️❤️

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort

3 out of 5
240 Dogwood St Parksville BC
The price is CA $153 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
CA $153
CA $176 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (1,003 reviews)
Clean, excellent staff and service. Hot water ran low. Not great pillows, too fluffy for a side sleeper.

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay

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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.

Stephenson Point

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