Departure Bay Motel
2 stars

Departure Bay Motel

2011 Estevan Road, Nanaimo, BC V9S 3Y9, Canada
Nanaimo, Canada
See location+1 250 754 2161
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7.3
Good
based on 962 reviews
962 reviews
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Double room
Queen room
Standard 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.

7.3
Good rating
Based on 962 verified guest reviews

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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.

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

General

  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Key access
  • Private check-in/check-out

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Outdoor

  • Grill
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Dining

  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Bedroom

  • Clothes rack

Things to do

  • Casino

Reviews of Departure Bay Motel

7.3
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962 verified ratings
Wonderful
302
Very good
207
Good
201
Okay
93
Fair
65
Mediocre
40
Poor
57

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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 Park386 yd
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital0.6 mi
  • Brechin Lanes1 mi
  • Nanaimo Golf Club1.3 mi
  • Frank Crane Arena1.5 mi
  • Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park1.6 mi
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre1.8 mi
  • Bastion2 mi
  • Nanaimo Museum2.1 mi
  • Sundown Divers2.3 mi
  • Pipers Lagoon Park2.7 mi
  • Wellington Railway Station2.7 mi

Policies

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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December
January
$110
$112
Cheapest month to stay with an average 18% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 45% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Departure Bay Motel

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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 December and March.
  • 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 Monday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Departure Bay Motel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $122, while the most expensive was $133.
  • How long should you stay at Departure Bay Motel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.
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FAQs when booking at Departure Bay Motel

  • Where is Departure Bay Motel located?

    Departure Bay Motel is located at 2011 Estevan Road, 1.9 miles from the center 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 1.9 miles from Nanaimo Harbour. Departure Bay Motel is 10.3 miles 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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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.7
1.9 mi
Nanaimo Harbour
1.9 mi

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