Departure Bay Motel  

In Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, minutes from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Beach Estates Park. Close to Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, the Old City Quarter, The Bastion and the Nanaimo Museum.

A budget-friendly, pet-friendly motel with 22 air‑conditioned rooms—many feature kitchenettes, separate sitting areas, and LCD/LED TVs with cable. Private bathrooms have shower/tub combos and come stocked with complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes; rooms also include coffee/tea makers.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi, free self‑parking, laundry facilities, a picnic area and a vending machine keep things simple. Practical comforts and easy access to ferries and nearby beaches make it a handy base for island days.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected, and free self‑parking plus on‑site laundry add convenience for longer stays.

In-room coffee/tea makers and a vending machine cover quick fixes. For full meals, nearby spots serve local seafood and shrimp—try Modern Cafe, Le Cafe Francais or Troller's Fish & Chips.