Departure Bay Motel | Hotel in Nanaimo

7.8 (597 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Regional District of Nanaimo Hotel | Departure Bay Motel

Hotel in Regional District of Nanaimo, Nanaimo

Along with laundry facilities, this motel has a picnic area and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine.
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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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Bed sheets
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Separate sitting area
Breakfast
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
Parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
Accessibility
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Front entrance ramp
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Casino
  • Outlet shopping
Entertainment
  • Cable channels
  • LCD TV
  • Premium channels
General
  • Vending machine
  • Portuguese
  • Hindi
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Chinese (Cantonese)
  • Designated smoking areas
Guest Services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Picnic 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
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Payment Policy
Pet fee: cad 21.00 per pet, per day service animals are exempt from fees the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pets allowed for an extra charge of cad 21.00 per pet, per day service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Cashless transactions are available 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 property registration number 5031994 safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit 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

Reviews

David
Feb 25, 2026 12:36:41 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Good, basic value.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Kitchenette
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Bed and Queen Sofa Bed
One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Kitchenette

General

Number of living rooms 0, Dining table, Location - ground floor, No rollaway/extra beds, Kitchenette, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Microwave, Stovetop, Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Classic Two Queen Room
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Classic Two Queen Room

General

Pet-friendly room, Number of living rooms 0, Location - ground floor, No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Classic Queen Room
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Classic Queen Room

General

Pet-friendly room, Number of living rooms 0, Location - ground floor, No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Queen Studio Suite with Kitchenette
Room Size: m2
1 Queen Bed
Queen Studio Suite with Kitchenette

General

Number of living rooms 0, Dining table, Location - ground floor, No rollaway/extra beds, Kitchenette, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Microwave, Stovetop, Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1

FAQ's

Is this Departure Bay Motel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Departure Bay Motel have a swimming pool?

No, this Departure Bay Motel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Departure Bay Motel?

Best-rates for the Departure Bay Motel starts from $83 per night with includes Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Parking, Toiletries, Guest Services, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Departure Bay Motel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 2 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Departure Bay Motel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Departure Bay Motel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Departure Bay Motel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Departure Bay Motel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Departure Bay Motel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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