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Departure Bay Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo

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Room, 2 Queen Beds
Exterior
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels, soap
Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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2011 Estevan Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 3Y9
  • Popular LocationNanaimo Regional General Hospital15 min walk
  • Popular LocationDeparture Bay Ferry Terminal19 min walk
  • AirportNanaimo, BC (YCD)18 min drive
  • Popular LocationDuke Point Ferry Terminal19 min drive

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Nanaimo

City center stay.You'll find Beach Estates Park and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital within a 15-minute walk of this Nanaimo motel. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Brechin Lanes are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 15 min walk
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 19 min walk
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 7 min drive
  • Vancouver Island University - 7 min drive
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Drip Coffee | Social - 3 min drive
  • Wa-Ku Japanese Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Off the Hook - 17 min walk
  • Tim Hortons - 4 min walk

About this property

Departure Bay Motel

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo
As a guest of Departure Bay Motel, you'll find a vending machine, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nanaimo motel.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Departure Bay Motel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • LCD TV
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of CAD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

Departure Bay Motel Motel
Departure Bay Motel Nanaimo
Departure Bay Motel Motel Nanaimo

Departure Bay Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 155 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suresh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Phil, Lake Cowichan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible stay. Rude. No help. After hours gentlemen was a complete jerk. DO NOT USE
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service
Works for me
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sandi

Liked: Amenities
I stayed one night at the motel, and it was a very good experience. The room was very clean, had a fridge and microwave and the bed was very comfortable. Yes, it is an old motel, but you can’t beat it for the price. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
really old, beat up property, outdated furniture and poor overall cleanliness, but nice staff, and close to the ferry terminal. You get what you pay for, but I honestly think that the rooms could be cheaper.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was very convenient to the hospital, which was the reason for my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed. Close to dining establishments, close to BC Ferries terminal. Easy access off main highway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jared

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024