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Departure Bay Motel

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | Living area | LCD TV
Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | Terrace/patio
Located near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Departure Bay Motel offers convenient comforts like laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy the perks of free self parking and a vending machine on site. The helpful staff has received top marks from previous guests.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $110
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28

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Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dining table
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dining table
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2011 Estevan Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 3Y9

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Vancouver Island University - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 22 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 6 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 18 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 173 min drive
  • Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 30.1 miles/48.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Off the Hook - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

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

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 22 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Front entrance ramp
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of CAD 200 will be collected before check-in

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 21.00 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 5031994

Also known as

Departure Bay Motel Motel
Departure Bay Motel Nanaimo
Departure Bay Motel Motel Nanaimo
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Frequently asked questions

Does Departure Bay Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Departure Bay Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Departure Bay Motel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 21.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Departure Bay Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Departure Bay Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Departure Bay Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Departure Bay Motel and nearby?

Departure Bay Motel has a picnic area.

What's the area around Departure Bay Motel like?

Departure Bay Motel is in the heart of Nanaimo, a short 19-minute walk from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 4 minutes' walk from Beach Estates Park.

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Departure Bay Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Bed
Ferry
Location
Bathroom
Air conditioning
Ferry terminal
Shower
Refrigerator

Reviews

10/10

The stay was good, the staff is so friendly and accommodating. The hotel is outdated and the air con did not work very well
1-night trip

8/10

Great location for the night before catching the early ferry. Basic motel room but clean and a great shower. Reasonable value.
1-night trip

10/10

The staff bent over backwards to ensure that my stay was comfortable and the price was nice too. I would stay there again
1-night trip

10/10

Older property but very clean and great staff
1-night trip

10/10

Staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Location was super convenient. And the rooms were nice enough.
1-night trip

8/10

The staff were so friendly and willing to help when we needed anything. The air conditioner didn’t work very well and the water from the faucet didn’t shut off when the shower was turned on.
1-night trip

8/10

Excellent service n place to stay
1-night trip

10/10

When I come into town for work, Departure Bay is always one of the hotels that I check for availability. The staff is always friendly, professional and well informed about the area.
2-night trip

10/10

Close to shopping and parks and ferry.
1-night trip

4/10

Very hot as there was no air conditioning. We did NOT sleep well.
1-night trip

8/10

Conveniently located, good value for a moderate budget. We missed the chairs inside the room.
1-night trip

8/10

Hostess was super helpful and friendly!
2-night trip

10/10

Location is convenient. Staff is very friendly. Price is right
1-night trip

8/10

We enjoyed our one week stay at the departure bay motel. It was quiet and comfortable for the most part, just wish we got a quick room refresh mid-week. The staff was helpful and responsive for all needs. Would stay again!
6-night trip

6/10

The motel was clean and comfortable, but a lot smaller than pictured on the website- very crowded for four people.
2-night trip

10/10

The Feedback Rooms provided a pleasant stay. The accommodations were decent, and I was particularly impressed by the friendly and cooperative staff. I would absolutely choose to stay there again.
1-night trip

10/10

Friendly staff, wonderful cozy room, amazingly convenient for the departure bay ferry and the highway noise wasn’t bad at all. The walls are a bit thin so if you have a noisy neighbour it might be tough but I will be coming here again!
1-night trip

10/10

Was nice 👍
1-night trip

10/10

Great
1-night trip

8/10

clean quiet pet friendly
1-night trip

10/10

Our room was upgraded it was excellent. The woman on the front is so helpful. Thanks
1-night trip

10/10

Very affordable
1-night trip

10/10

Check in was great. Reception was awesome and incredibly helpful♥️👍 The dogs settled in on their pillows in 5 minutes!! They apparently felt at home too!!! Thanks so much from all of us!
1-night trip

10/10

Was very surprised at the room we received with a kitchenette for the price we paid. The front deck employee was very nice and helpful. This property is so close to the ferry too. Highly recommended it
1-night trip

8/10

It was very close to the Ferry Terminal. But our room did not have a shower.
3-night trip