Departure Bay
Nanaimo





Visit Departure Bay
Popular places to visit

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 Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?

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.

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 seaside.

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.
Top hotels in Departure Bay

THE Beach Club Resort
Nice property, good amenities like the pool and hot tub. Friendly staff and clean room.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
Nice family friendly resort.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Coast Bastion Hotel
Great stay, staff was very nice when we arrived, everything in our room was very clean
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
Great Staff from the get go very accomodating. Plenty of parking secure, breakfast was great, and good location.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Love the pool and hot tub❤️❤️
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Pet friendly room means you will not have a room facing the ocean and if you have our luck, you’ll view the roof of the pool and gym.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay

Stephenson Point
While Stephenson Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
