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The Spot

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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King Studio Suite
Family Kitchenette, 2 Queen bedrooms suite | Terrace/patio
BBQ/picnic area
Interior entrance
King Studio Suite | Bathroom
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
950 Terminal Avenue N, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K4
  • Popular LocationDeparture Bay Ferry Terminal20 min walk
  • Popular LocationVancouver Island University5 min drive
  • AirportNanaimo, BC (YCD)15 min drive
  • Popular LocationDuke Point Ferry Terminal17 min drive

Room options

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

King Studio Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Kitchenette, 2 Queen bedrooms suite

Family Kitchenette, 2 Queen bedrooms suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Queen Room

2 Queen Room

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

King Studio Suite

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

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About the area

Nanaimo

The Spot places you in the heart of Nanaimo, within a 20-minute walk of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find express check-in, express check-out and multilingual staff. .With a stay at this Nanaimo motel, you'll be 17.1 km (10.6 mi) from Duke Point Ferry Terminal.
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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 (YCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • White Sails Brewing - 19 min walk
  • Wa-Ku Japanese Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Off the Hook - 20 min walk
  • Tim Hortons - 2 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min walk

About this property

The Spot

Motel with free parking, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
As a guest of The Spot, you'll find multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Spot also features express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Spot was completed in April 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nanaimo motel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Spot offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - April 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an access code

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Spot?

The Spot offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Spot?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Spot on 29 May 2024 start from AU$177.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Spot?

Yep, The Spot has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Spot?

The closest beach to The Spot is Departure Bay Beach (3.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Spot?

No, The Spot does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Spot?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Spot Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 346 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 346 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 346 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 346 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 346 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well run property. Polite and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

jeff

Totally average Not good but not bad
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thekla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay. Room was attractive, clean, and comfortable. We had an excellent night’s sleep! We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeanette

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all incredibly friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Juliana is a very intentional and attentive owner. The total make over on this motel has definitely paid off. This place is one of a kind and stands above the rest of the competition. The Spot for price, quality, and convenience it is the best in town for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Location was good, toilet seat was loose, but repaired promptly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024