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Departure Bay Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo

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Reception
Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | Terrace/patio
Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | Living area
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2011 Estevan Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 3Y9
  • Place, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Departure Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Beach Estates Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Departure Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park - 5 min drive - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Drip Coffee | Social - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Danpung Momiji - ‬3 min drive

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).

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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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Laptop 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 staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 21.00 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 200 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 21.00 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 carbon monoxide detector, 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.

Property Registration Number 5031994

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Departure Bay Motel to the airport?

Departure Bay Motel is 2.5 mi (6-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Departure Bay Motel?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Departure Bay Motel on Mar 22, 2026 start from CA $109, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Departure Bay Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Departure Bay Motel.

How close is Departure Bay Motel to the beach?

This motel is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach.

Does Departure Bay Motel offer free breakfast?

Departure Bay Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Departure Bay Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Casino Nanaimo (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Departure Bay Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Departure Bay Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Departure Bay Motel have a pool?

Departure Bay Motel does not have a pool.

Does Departure Bay Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Departure Bay Motel to downtown Nanaimo?

Departure Bay Motel is 1.9 mi away from Nanaimo.

Departure Bay Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 575 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 575 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 575 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 575 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 575 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JADE, NANAIMO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite staff, very helpful and friendly! Great location, walking distance to many options.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carmina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean small room. Friendly and very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price it was fine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Rob

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a pest trap right under the head of the bed. The couch was stained. The fabric shower curtain billowed into the shower and stuck to me while i showered. Also, repeatedly asking for a review doesnt generally result in a good review.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

PARVINDER

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a good location, I’ve stayed here before several times, and has always been good value when you need a room for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean. Staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shehbaj

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Paul was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adrian

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatum

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, newly renovated, lots of amenities provided in the room. Highly recommend (:
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ukeme

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t park, didn’t need AC
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Phaedra

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very kind and helpful. But room was smelly, bathroom floor was dirty , fridge made clicking sounds all night and I went to sit on the bed and it was very hard - barely bounced - my back was out this morning and still. I had to work a full day so not a good stay in room . Recommend new mattress and provide facecloths .. I was in the area late last night so I didn't take time to search hotels after a long day / night yesterday... I hope to come back in future as convenient , just hope they make a few changes :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Johannes

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Better than you can expect for a budget price Motel. Staff is very friendly. The location is very convenient. And the hot water I. The shower is properly hot.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Clean room please
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raimund

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
If you intend to get some sleep at night, this is the wrong place. Motel washing machines below you until 11 pm and nightshift staff running around in the room above your bed until 4 am are a nightmare.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurjot, Surrey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verna, Bowmanville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely check in lady
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025