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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €88
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

Room options

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2 Queen Room

2 Queen Room

Highlights

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

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

King Studio Suite

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

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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 (YCD) - 16 min drive

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

Motel remodelled in 2022 and located near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
The Spot provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and bike tour information
  • Outdoor furniture and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Spot offer comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch 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
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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 - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Is The Spot pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Spot?

As of 14 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Spot on 27 Apr 2025 start from €88.24, 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.

How much is parking at The Spot?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Spot?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Spot?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Spot located?

Located in the heart of Nanaimo, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nanaimo Regional General Hospital and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Beach Estates Park and Bastion are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Spot Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 544 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 544 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 544 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 544 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 544 reviews

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 Excellent

Jayme

Cute little place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyra

The rooms were very nice, had everything we needed. Nice patio area. Convenient check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Great place, clean, nice setup, lovely staff. Thank you for an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jaspreet

Floor was a bit sticky otherwise great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

We had a really nice stay, and the staff was so friendly and caring. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meridee

Well situated lovely rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Great price for a great place close to the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

It's a great, budget friendly place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Very good value …lovely to have good towels, coffee, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonita

AWESOME STAY
OUR STAY WAS GOOD THE SERVICE OF MOBILE CHECKIN IS AWESOME VERY CLEAN I LOVE THIS PLACE
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Well renovated and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

We really enjoyed our stay & would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

graham

Tv issues ie connxtns. Shower slippery. Check in took a bit long. Great that our room was cleaned when we went out later in the day
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Family stayed there for five days and loved it; the bathrooms are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

lindsay

Amazing shower made the place magical
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Amenities
Lovely, clean, convenient, near the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Compact but efficient and very reasonable price great for a 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christie

The spot was a great location for an overnight stay next to the ferry. Good location for some dining options. We stayed here during a snow storm and the only thing that sucked was their parking lot did not get plowed once while we stayed. Luckily it wasn't busy so it did not matter where we parked but it made getting in and out of the parking lot quite difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

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 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Great place! Nice updates! Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Very clean and comfortable. Will stay at The Spot again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christian

Liked: Amenities
Good place nice to have the keypad to enter your room at any time .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

The Spot was clean, comfortable and convenient. The staff were friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024