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The Spot

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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King Studio Suite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
King Studio Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
Near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, The Spot offers a rejuvenated retreat with garden views and in-room WiFi. Take advantage of outdoor furniture, bicycle tour information, and multilingual staff while enjoying the overall value that previous guests rave about.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $109
includes taxes & fees
$94 per night
May 8 - May 9

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2 Queen Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Studio Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
950 Terminal Avenue N, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K4

What's nearby

  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 3 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive
  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 52 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 83 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 21.9 miles/35.2 km
  • Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 30.8 miles/49.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Off the Hook - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪White Sails Brewing - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Spot

The Spot puts you just a 5-minute drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 5032890

Also known as

Colonial Motel Nanaimo
Colonial Nanaimo
The Spot Motel
Colonial Motel
The Spot Nanaimo
The Spot Motel Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Does The Spot offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Spot does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Spot?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Spot?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Spot?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Spot?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Spot and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does The Spot have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

What's the area around The Spot like?

The Spot is a short 3-minute drive from Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) and 20 minutes' walk from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.

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The Spot Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Bed
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Location
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Ferry
Air conditioning
Cities

What guests liked

  • The property offers a pet-friendly atmosphere with a fenced outdoor area for pets and welcoming staff. (9 reviews)
  • Convenient dining options are available nearby, including a restaurant across the street serving delicious food. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

Awesome place. Clean and neat 👌 would stay again.
Garth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was immaculate and the staff were so very friendly and helpful.
Natasha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good experience. Digital check in works well and hotel convenient for locations I needed to visit.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and comfortable.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was all right
Allen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a really nice stay, and the staff was so friendly and caring. Will definitely stay again!
Matt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well situated lovely rooms
Meridee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great price for a great place close to the ferry
Jamie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's a great, budget friendly place to stay.
Melanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good value …lovely to have good towels, coffee, comfortable
Elaine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would definitely recommend

We loved this boutique hotel. It was conveniently located close to the ferry and not too far from downtown. The room had a fridge, microwave, sink and a 2 burner stove. Not sure why some people were complaining about the check-in process? I thought it was very easy, you get an email that tells you when it's time to check-in and you get the door code. Easy, peasy!
Adolfo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love the chill vibe of the rooms, absolutely loved the shower. The room and the property was very clean and staff was great. Would definitely stay again
Erika, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well renovated and quiet place to stay.
Sunny, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay & would definitely stay again.
Ellen, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

AWESOME STAY

OUR STAY WAS GOOD THE SERVICE OF MOBILE CHECKIN IS AWESOME VERY CLEAN I LOVE THIS PLACE
Bonita, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Family stayed there for five days and loved it; the bathrooms are amazing.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, clean, convenient, near the beach.
mary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing shower made the place magical
lindsay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Compact but efficient and very reasonable price great for a 1 night stay
William, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was a great place to stay for the evening - it was clean, beds were comfortable and a great shower head - all in all a good stay 👍
Alex, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and comfortable. Will stay at The Spot again.
Brent, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Nice updates! Will stay here again!
Matt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was lovely and clean, and the rain shower was really nice after a long day of travelling. Very comfortable bed, and nice temperature control in the room.
Courtney, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay.
Damian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place nice to have the keypad to enter your room at any time .
christian, 1-night trip