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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
BBQ/picnic area
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
King Studio Suite | Living area
50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Kitchenette
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is CA $110
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24

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2 Queen Room

2 Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

King Studio Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

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 area

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

What's nearby

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

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

DONE

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
DONE

Special check-in instructions

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

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
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

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 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.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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.

The Spot Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Peter, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Not the best stay
Our cable didn't work and unfortunately there was no one who coils repair it. I found the room to be mediocrity cleaned. There was a ton of dust and dirt under the bed and as well on the baseboards and the bathroom door and the only garbage can in the room is in the bathroom. I couldn't see another trash can around to dispose of out dinner garbage :( There is no staff on site between the hours of 6pm and 9am.
Michelle, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Short stay small but expected. King bed looked good but was basically worn out. Saggin the middle so much it was difficult to get out of. Clean and updated nice shower but the beds gotta go
Rory, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Worth it.
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

mike, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Jean, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good
poulin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Busy road. Very accessible. Quieter than you’d think. Excellent value. Great for dogs. Always nice to have fridge & sink. Simple, quaint, small hotel with just a few rooms. Comfortable and cozy. Repeat customers (us).
Naomi, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

For the price and the convenient location it was tolerable. But doors are too thin and can hear everything outside, even people talking in the parking lot. Being on the bottom floor could hear the movement and walking upstairs. So not great insulation between floors. As mentioned it was a bit of a deal cause I needed two rooms so it was tolerable this time.
Natasha, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Well renovated and quiet place to stay.
Sunny, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It's a great, budget friendly place to stay.
Melanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Caitlan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

The room had a terrible mold odor. Upon investigation we found black mold coming through the wallpaper behind the bed. This is not just an inconvenience issue.... this is a health issue. There is a serious water leak somewhere in the building. Upon returning home every item of clothing (including the ones inside our suitcases) needed laundering due to the imbedded terrible smell.
JOANNE, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Staff lack knowledge of where we were located on the city map. TV remotes were not working - very difficult to understand, had to call technician.
Rosemary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5 mins drive from downtown. Washroom is almost brand new. The King size bed is comfy. Self check in/out is easy. Great experience!
KI YUEN OSCAR, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Although this motel had renovations done some while ago, the rooms still seem small and "cheap". (We stayed here before the change of owners, and renos.) Yes, there are newer fixtures in the bathroom and newer furniture in the bedroom, it didn't feel like a boutique-style motel. The bedroom was over-crowded with furniture, yet felt cold and institutional-like with the cinder block walls. We were on the main level and didn't want to open the patio door for fresh air (it was very, very musty smelling) due to the questionable people lurking around the grounds. The coffee/tea facilities were nice and Ruth at reception was GREAT. She was really friendly and had a wonderful, sunny smile.
Helen, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Zephyira, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Ivy, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Roger, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Compact but efficient and very reasonable price great for a 1 night stay
William, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Eric, 3-night trip
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