Featuring free WiFi, Departure Bay Motel is located in Nanaimo, 1.2 mi from Nanaimo Bastion. Free private parking is available on site.
All rooms are equipped with a TV with cable channels. All rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath. A microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker are available in all rooms.
You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.
Newcastle Island Marine Park is 1.3 mi from Departure Bay Motel, while Nanaimo Museum is 2.1 mi away. The nearest airport is Nanaimo Airport, 11 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
“Clean quiet , lots of parking , good location. Staff are awesome and very accommodating to any requests or preferences I’ve had . Will continue to stay here in future”
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Marion
Canada
“Location, comfort, no carpets so it was cleaner good value. We shall return”
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Timon
Canada
“Super friendly staff and very close to departure bay ferry terminal. We got the last ferry over and checked in just before 1am with no issues. Good value for what you pay, beds were actually quite comfy.”
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Barrett
Canada
“Stayed here a few times I find it’s great value , great location, easy check in , and nice friendly staff.
Was happy to get a renovated room it was much nicer than my previous stay.”
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Samantha
Canada
“Great location. Minutes away from the ferry terminal, hospital and groceries/food.
Parking right out front of the door of the suite. Cozy and simple with a decent sized mini fridge and microwave.”
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Peter
United States
“Great Value. Place was very clean and it looks like the owners are working at upgrading the property.”
Jenny
Canada
“The suite was roomy and clean. It was well equipped with 2 mini fridges and a small table and chairs as well as a couch and coffee table. The separate bedroom was nice. I liked that the side tables had plug outlets to charge devises. The towels...”
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Nanci
Canada
“Rooms were great and super clean. Beds were very comfortable. Very close to ferry. Upon check in got free upgrade to recently renovated room with kitchenette which was very nice. Check in person was lovely.”
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Michael
Canada
“Was next to highway, easy access, clean, staff was good.”
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Jeanette
Canada
“Very nice room. Extras like a stove and two fridges.”
Area info
House rules
Departure Bay Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CAD 200 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about $141. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Departure Bay Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A damage deposit of CAD 200 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
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