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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.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
7.4
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
8.5
Low score for Nanaimo
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Area info

Amenities of Departure Bay Motel

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

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

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of CAD 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 73. 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.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Departure Bay Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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 100 is required on 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.

FAQs about Departure Bay Motel

  • The prices at Departure Bay Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Departure Bay Motel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, Departure Bay Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Departure Bay Motel include:

    • Twin
    • Suite
    • Double

  • Departure Bay Motel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Departure Bay Motel is 2.1 miles from the center of Nanaimo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.