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Departure Bay Motel

2 stars
7.2
Good
based on 1154 reviews
1,154 reviews
2011 Estevan Road, Nanaimo, BC V9S 3Y9, Canada
2011 Estevan Road, Nanaimo, BC
+1 250 754 2161
Fri 9/10
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Sat 10/10
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

This comfortable motel in Nanaimo provides free wireless internet, as well as a vending machine and luggage storage. It is conveniently located for those wishing to discover the area's attractions.

Departure Bay Motel has 20 rooms offering all the essentials to ensure an enjoyable stay. They are also fitted with a microwave, an oven and a refrigerator.

Departure Bay Motel is a convenient place to discover Vancouver Island University Nanaimo Campus and Wellington Railway Station, as well as everything the local area has to offer. It is also ideally situated in close proximity to a range of dining options.

7.2
Good
1154 reviews

Latest deals for Departure Bay Motel

Fri 9/10
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Sat 10/10
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C$ 103
•Cheapest rate per night
Compare prices for Classic room, Queen room and 17 more Departure Bay Motel deals.
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 103
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 121
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 195
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 104
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
C$ 108
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 105
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 133
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
C$ 106
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 123
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 106
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 115
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 110
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 116
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 112
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
C$ 123
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
C$ 113
nightly with fees
Classic room, 2 queen beds
C$ 125
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
C$ 284
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Departure Bay Motel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Reviews of Departure Bay Motel

7.2
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1154 verified ratings
Wonderful
378
Very good
243
Good
232
Okay
106
Fair
70
Mediocre
41
Poor
84

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4.8
Mediocre
Anonymous, Dec 2018
Pros (+) Very clean, good check in time.
Cons (-) The room was very drafty probably due to poorly insulated walls. The TV remote wouldn't allow to adjust the volume, and to top it all off, the continental breakfast that we were really hoping to utilized got cancelled due to a worker not showing up. I couldn't understand why the owner of the place just couldn't step up and lay out what was needed to serve her guest. Instead she did nothing and the...
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Location

2011 Estevan Road, Nanaimo, BC V9S 3Y9

What's nearby

  • Beach Estates Park353 m
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital0.9 km
  • Brechin Lanes1.6 km
  • Nanaimo Golf Club2 km
  • Frank Crane Arena2.4 km
  • Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park2.5 km
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre3 km
  • Bastion3.2 km
  • Nanaimo Museum3.3 km
  • Sundown Divers3.6 km
  • Pipers Lagoon Park4.3 km
  • Wellington Railway Station4.4 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Departure Bay Motel

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Average price (weekend night)

November
July
C$ 141
C$ 240
Cheapest month to stay with an average 44% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 63% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Departure Bay Motel?

The cheapest month to stay at Departure Bay Motel is November, with an average nightly rate of C$ 97. The most expensive month is August at C$ 221 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Departure Bay Motel?

The cheapest day to book Departure Bay Motel is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 104. The most expensive day is Friday at C$ 270 per night.

How far in advance should you book Departure Bay Motel?

To get the best price at Departure Bay Motel, book around 11 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 35% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Departure Bay Motel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Departure Bay Motel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Departure Bay Motel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Departure Bay Motel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 104, while the most expensive was C$ 104.
  • How long should you stay at Departure Bay Motel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Departure Bay Motel

  • Where is Departure Bay Motel located?

    Departure Bay Motel is located at 2011 Estevan Road, 3 km from the centre of Nanaimo. Beach Estates Park is the closest landmark to Departure Bay Motel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Departure Bay Motel?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Departure Bay Motel.

  • Does Departure Bay Motel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Departure Bay Motel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Departure Bay Motel offer free parking?

    Yes, Departure Bay Motel offers free parking.

  • How far is Departure Bay Motel from the airport?

    Departure Bay Motel is 3 km from Nanaimo Harbour. Departure Bay Motel is 16.7 km from Nanaimo Arpt.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Departure Bay Motel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Departure Bay Motel in Nanaimo and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Departure Bay Motel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Departure Bay Motel.

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Distance to downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

3.0 km
Nanaimo Harbour
3.0 km

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