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The Spot

2.0 star property
Recharge at this seaside haven where helpful staff await your arrival. Get ready for island-hopping adventures from the nearby ferry terminal.

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 315
SAR 395 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Room options

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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
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • 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
  • 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

  • ‪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 rejuvenated 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 outdoor furniture
  • Multilingual staff and bicycle tour information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Spot include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle tour information

Family friendly

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • 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.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - April 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • 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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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

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-authorize 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 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?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Spot located?

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

The Spot Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 522 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 522 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 522 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 522 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 522 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

daniel, royston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel, royston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at this hotel three separate times, and each visit has been consistently great. The rooms are very clean, and the staff is incredibly helpful, responding quickly to any questions or issues. I really appreciate that you can communicate with staff via phone call or text, so there's no need to track someone down in person. The self check in and check out process is super convenient, making arrivals and departures hassle-free. The only minor downside is that some of the box springs are quite squeaky, so an update in that area would be nice. There is some road noise depending on where your room is but that's to be expected given the location. I will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Meridee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well situated lovely rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiao Margaret

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room code incorrect / TV didn't work / no on-site security or support. Never again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our connecting ferry home was cancelled so we needed last minute accommodations. Our room was only $105 total for two queen beds, so I was happy with the value. There was no staff on site, so hence my rating. The rooms were nice, beds were comfy but our room smelled terrible. It had a very potent noxious odour that gave me a headache. I opened a window and was able to sleep, but if I was staying longer I wouldn’t have been able to spend much time in the room due to the smell. Otherwise I would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zephyira

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price for a great place close to the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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

April

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

6/10 Okay

Dayna

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
The room was facing the Highway and was noisy otherwise good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a secret gem! Totally unassuming on the outside, and an amazing luxurious surprise on the inside. Close to absolutely everything, Transit is right there, and there's even a laundromat like a 3 minute or less walk away. The gas station and Corner Store beside it is open 24/7, and just a little bit farther away throughout several other stores and food options. The lower star rating makes no sense to me because this place is top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Hanna

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee, toronto

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

6/10 Okay

Kirsten

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I’ve stayed at the Spot on numerous occasions however this time I was disappointed. The entry way mat had some kind of stain on it that appeared to be old dog vomit or stool. The bathroom had some drips on the wall across from the toilet that appeared to be blood or stool. This is the first time no one was there to greet us upon arrival though the self check in was pretty smooth. The door to the building upstairs was constantly unlocked and I’m not sure if that was due to co-guests purposely leaving the door open. The beds are comfy, the shower is nice, and the price is right. Hopefully the next stay the cleaning will have improved to the standard I expect at the Spot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rhoda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the privacy and I felt safe. I found the parking to be a bit tight for the size of our modern in 2024.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The check in experience was a nightmare. I was called to see when I was checking in, arrived at the property adn no one there to meet me. Someone had to check me in, could not access the door, tried to call the number that called me and no answer. Drove to the Buccaneer Inn that had called me and was told someone was at the property! Drove back and there still was no one st the desk!! Finally the check jn person saw me. Upon check in you get a piece of pape 2 x 2 with your check in info...so easy to lose! Overall was a frustrating experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing shower made the place magical
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Sydney

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Keone

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Did not share check in information prior to arrival at the property after they had called and told us we had to check in online before arriving. We did check in virtually but had to call to to get them to send the welcome email. There was no one on site to help. Once we are able to access our room it was clean and had a modern feel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024