Departure Bay Ferry Terminal Tours

Ferries are a great way of getting from A to B here. Jump on one of the services that departs from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and see this area from the water.

If you like the word "free" as much as most travelers, you'll be pleased to know this ferry passenger terminal is exactly that. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal is located in Departure Bay. If you want to keep your itinerary full while you're in the area, also stop by Duke Point Ferry Terminal, Woodgrove Shopping Centre and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre.

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Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection

2 out of 5
Price was $561, price is now $475 per person
$475
per person
Feb 20 - Feb 25
found 2 days ago
Roundtrip flight included
Phoenix (PHX) to Nanaimo (YCD)
9/10 Wonderful! (403 reviews)
Rooms were clean a little sparse on the decor but overall it was comfortable and clean

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

THE Beach Club Resort

THE Beach Club Resort

3.5 out of 5
Price was $717, price is now $550 per person
$550
per person
Feb 20 - Feb 25
found 2 days ago
Roundtrip flight included
Phoenix (PHX) to Nanaimo (YCD)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews)
Me and my wife spent a few nights before the busy hustle and bustle of Christmas and we cannot say enough good things about this place. From the area to the food from the in-house restaurant to the friendliness of the front desk and cleaning crew, we are very grateful.. We will definitely be coming again in the future and cannot wait to spend some time in the summer in this wonderful hotel and a beautiful area of Parksville.. PS can’t say enough about the chef at the restaurant and the service from the workers there.

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Waters Edge Shoreside Suites

Waters Edge Shoreside Suites

3.5 out of 5
Price was $886, price is now $742 per person
$742
per person
Feb 20 - Feb 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Phoenix (PHX) to Nanaimo (YCD)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The suite was quite comfortable.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Reviews of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Good to bring your own food and drinks; the plaza is overpriced (though the food is decent) and, in the summer, you could be waiting a long time in the sun for your ferry...

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