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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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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.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $78
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11

Room options

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2 Queen Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Maffeo Sutton Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Old City Quarter - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bastion - 6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 4 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 18 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) - 173 min drive
  • Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 30.8 miles/49.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Drip Coffee | Social - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Danpung Momiji - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive

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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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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
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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

  • Multilingual staff
  • Virtual front desk

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
  • 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
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

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.

What's the area around The Spot like?

The Spot is in Central Nanaimo, a short 4-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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Reviews

The Spot Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers a pet-friendly atmosphere with a fenced outdoor area for pets to exercise. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Parking was easy and safe! Also the location is perfect! Our room was clean and cozy! Communication was awesome, fast responses and we are very grateful for our check out extension to noon! We have been staying here ar least twice per year for the last 4 years and we will definitely be back!
brandi, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Check in and out were fully virtual. This made it very efficient but I'm not sure if any staff were on site while I was there. It was a clean room and the kitchenette was well stocked. The bed is comfy. There is significant highway noise and inexplicably no washcloths.
Rebecca, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Thw rooms were clean and perfectly prepared even before my established check in time. They were even willing to give me some extra time before checking out
Jordan, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The room was excellent for the price and is conveniently located close to the BC Ferry and Hullo Ferry Terminals. No staff are on hand so it’s operated like most Airbnb’s with self check in using codes which are sent to you in advance after you check in online. Nice for the price!
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The manager answered the phone at 1:00 in the morning to help me with the door code so that I could get access to my room. The room was very clean and comfortable. Highly recommended!
Lorraine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, comfortable bed, great shower
Aileen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy, full communication with the staff and a nicely appointed room.
Greg, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, well lighted, safe and location is accessible to important needs. with Modern style, proficient staff from customer service to room service. Thank you.
Alma, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, pet-friendly, enclosed yard with small outdoor table made our stay comfortable-thank you.
Jeannette, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

the room was super nice and new, comfortable bed, super clean and in general a good price
Felix, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It was fine but the check in procedure was not super smooth. We got it all sorted out and it was fine. The room was updated with some nice modern touches like the sink and shower. The bed was comfy, and I appreciated that it was dog friendly. I would stay again.
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and fast check in
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and Reno job looks great. Awesome value for money
Patty and Mike, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Value for money. Very clean, newly well done rooms. Great location. Definitely worth the price
Patty and Mike, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really good stay

Good space, cool ac, excellent shower, comfy bed , quiet room
Geraldine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

room was clean and many shops nearby.
darshan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was very clean, the rooms were modern and the staff was lovely.
Carrie, 4-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Suite was generally OK - location is not ideal; lots of traffic noise. The bed was not the most comfortable. But it was clean and the remote check-in was fine.
Gilbert, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay at the Spot. The check in, entry instructions and check out were perfect. The room was really nice and clean. The location was perfect for catching an early Ferry. I will stay here again.
Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The price point was amazing, and the experience was perfect for what we needed - a good night's sleep before traveling on the next day. It was clean and well kept. We would come back.
Rob, 1-night trip
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

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

8/10 Very good

It was perfect for ourvovernight stay. Communication was wuick if anything was needed. Clean and easy check in check out
kelly, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

very nice and clean, room was updated, modern, comfy and quiet, it was amazing
Inga, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was as described. It was very clean.
Sharon, 1-night trip