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Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Departure Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (522)
Departure Bay Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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December, Low crowds, average high temperature 5 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 1 degrees Celsius. Rainy most days.
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Top landmarks in Departure Bay

Departure Bay Beach

4.3/5 (139 reviews)
If being by the water is a major draw, Departure Bay Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.1 mi (5 km) from central Nanaimo.
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Beach Estates Park

Beach Estates Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Departure Bay. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here?
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Check out reviews of Departure Bay hotels guests love

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent
"Room was comfortable and clean. Staff was very friendly. Would definitely stay again. We also received a little Christmas gift, greatly appreciated. 😀"
Dawn 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Is Departure Bay expensive to stay in?
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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my Departure Bay hotel booking?
The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some Departure Bay hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".
Is it worth staying in Departure Bay?
There are 7 hotels in the area to find your perfect somewhere. Basing yourself in Departure Bay for your Nanaimo vacation, makes it easy to explore the neighborhood of Stephenson Point.
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