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

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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 care-free 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

5/5(1 review)

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

4/5(1 review)

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

Top hotels in Departure Bay

THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort

3.5 out of 5
181 Beachside Drive Parksville BC
The price is HK$1,058 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
HK$1,058
HK$1,346 total
14 Apr - 15 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Parksville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,147 reviews)
Nice property, good amenities like the pool and hot tub. Friendly staff and clean room.

Reviewed on 31 Mar 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 HK$1,251 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
HK$1,251
HK$1,439 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Parksville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Parksville Beach and Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Nice family friendly resort.

Reviewed on 30 Mar 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 HK$999 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
HK$999
HK$1,159 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,553 reviews)
Great stay, staff was very nice when we arrived, everything in our room was very clean

Reviewed on 31 Mar 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 HK$808 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
HK$808
HK$929 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Parksville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (559 reviews)
Great Staff from the get go very accomodating. Plenty of parking secure, breakfast was great, and good location.

Reviewed on 31 Mar 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 HK$785 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
HK$785
HK$910 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanaimo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,545 reviews)
Love the pool and hot tub❤️❤️

Reviewed on 29 Mar 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 HK$894 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
HK$894
HK$1,028 total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
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

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

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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.

Stephenson Point

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