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Our top choices for Departure Bay Ferry Terminal hotels

A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

1. Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,907 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Dan
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Coast Bastion Hotel
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. Buccaneer Inn

Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations."
Canada
William
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Buccaneer Inn
A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, large windows, and chandeliers.

3. Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 2.9 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great staff and close to amenities and local attractions."
Canada
Steven
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 2.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,545 reviews)
"It was an amazing stay. The staff was Very welcoming. Rooms were very comfortable."
Canada
Stuti
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
A hotel room with a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and a view of trees through the window.

5. Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,055 reviews)
"We make this our 'go to' place to stay when coming to Nanaimo."
Canada
Wallace
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

6. The Spot

The Spot
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (883 reviews)
"Easy check-in and check-out, very friendly desk staff, clean and quiet."
Canada
Kimberly
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Spot
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a small table, and two chairs.

7. Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 0.7 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (812 reviews)
"5 star will stay again"
Canada
En chi
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Departure Bay Motel
A building with a sign reading "Painted Turtle Guesthouse."

8. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 3.1 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (298 reviews)
"The Painted Turtle was a good accommodation choice for my stay in Nanaimo. The location was convenient and the availability of cooking facilities was a plus."
United States
Lynne
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring palm trees and various shrubs.

9. The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites

The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.6 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good rooms and good rates"
Canada
Sheldon
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Port-O-Call Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

10. The Bluebird Motel

The Bluebird Motel
2.0 star property
Central Nanaimo, 1.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.0 out of 10, Good, (855 reviews)
"Was a good price for the room which has been renovated in the past few years."
Canada
Tyler
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Bluebird Motel
A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a reception desk, and a sofa with a blue pillow.

11. Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn
2.5 star property
7.9 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Canada
James
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Best Western Northgate Inn
A Courtyard hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

12. Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo

Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
3.0 star property
Downtown Nanaimo, 3.2 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,376 reviews)
"The best hotel in Nanaimo, will never stay anywhere else!"
Canada
Alannah
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
A wooden cabin interior with a hot tub, large windows, and a lounge chair.

13. Inn On Long Lake

Inn On Long Lake
2.0 star property
5.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,121 reviews)
"The view was nice and the property / room was great for my family."
Canada
Justin
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Inn On Long Lake
A dining table with waffles, sausages, and a bottle of syrup, overlooking a calm body of water with islands.

14. Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B

Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (352 reviews)
"Beautiful view"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Gibralter Rock Ocean View B&B
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance with a wooden canopy, and a visible restaurant sign.

15. Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown

Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely clean, great location...Great stay"
Canada
Yusuf
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Quality Inn Nanaimo Downtown
A large green house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

16. Bethlehem Centre

Bethlehem Centre
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"I had a self-catered 3-night solo silent retreat at Bethlehem and am so glad I did. If you want to unplug and reconnect within and with whatever you understand as creation, this is a great place to do it. The facilities are simple but more than adequate, the property is beautiful with a labyrinth, library, pond feature and more, and Westwood Lake could not be more beautiful."
Canada
Brandon
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Bethlehem Centre
A hotel with a covered entrance, a large building with multiple windows, and a tree with pink flowers in the foreground.

17. The Grand Hotel Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very pleased with our stay. Breakfast was also great!"
Canada
Paulette
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating the business hours.

18. Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel
2.5 star property
4 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay, very clean and friendly staff."
Canada
Chris
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Harbour Light Motel
A Days Inn hotel with a view of the water and hills in the background.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,548 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Canada
Ralph
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a wall-mounted clock, and framed pictures.

20. Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
7.2 out of 10, Good, (562 reviews)
"Everything the staff, the room especially the washroom is so clean"
Canada
Louie
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Diplomat Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
Coast Bastion Hotel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,907 reviews
View
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wicker chair, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Buccaneer Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,006 reviews
View
A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, large windows, and chandeliers.
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,005 reviews
View
A hotel room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,545 reviews
View
A hotel room with a desk, two chairs, a lamp, and a view of trees through the window.
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
1,055 reviews
View

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Top Departure Bay Ferry Terminal Hotel Reviews

A marina with boats docked, a cruise ship in the distance, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel
Downtown Nanaimo

10/10 Excellent

Very clean hotel. Room was huge with a great view. Staff were very friendly and attentive and consistently provided plenty of clean towels. Shower pressure was fantastic. Grocery store and casual/take out dining within walking distance of hotel. Enjoyed our stay.
Australia
Bradley
Reviewed August 21, 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?

Departure Bay Ferry Terminal is located in a welcoming area of Nanaimo known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?

Located a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Departure Bay Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good options close by include Buccaneer Inn and The Spot.

How many hotels are there close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.

What can I see and do near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal?

Learn about local history at Bastion and Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway Station. You can enjoy live performances at The Port Theatre and The Globe Live Studio. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Beach Estates Park, Petroglyph Park and Jack Point and Biggs Park.

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