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

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

3.5 out of 5
11 Bastion Street Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $157 per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
CA $157
CA $182 total
Nov 5 - Nov 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,875 reviews)
"Excellent location in Nanaimo. The rooms are spacious and clean. Love that it’s pet friendly. I’ll definitely be back when I’m in Nanaimo next."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Coast Bastion Hotel
THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort

3.5 out of 5
181 Beachside Drive Parksville BC
The price is CA $165 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
CA $165
CA $212 total
Nov 1 - Nov 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! (1,456 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 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 $254 per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
CA $254
CA $292 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Parksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Parksville Beach and Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Restaurant was very good as well."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2026

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

3 out of 5
100 Gordon Street Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $152 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
CA $152
CA $176 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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 pool and the helpful ...
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

2 out of 5
96 Terminal Avenue North Nanaimo BC
The price is CA $105 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
CA $105
CA $122 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,517 reviews)
"The motel has an excellent location. Breakfast is simple but it gets you the energy for a good start of the day, especially those hard boiled eggs. I will definitely choose this motel for my next stay in Nanaimo."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

Travelodge 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 $136 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
CA $136
CA $156 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (941 reviews)
"The room was clean and tidy. The pool was good and same with the Hot Tub. The staff was very professional. I think it's worth the stay."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
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Where to stay in Departure Bay

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A marina with various boats, including sailboats and yachts, docked along the waterfront.

Central Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Central Nanaimo, Maffeo Sutton Park and Stones Marina are top sights worth seeing.
A marina with boats at sunset, mountains in the background, and a forested shoreline.

Downtown Nanaimo

If you're spending some time in Downtown Nanaimo, Bastion and Nanaimo 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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