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The Spot

2.0 star property
Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo

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King Studio Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
King Studio Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
Family Kitchenette, 2 Queen bedrooms suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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950 Terminal Avenue N, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K4
  • Place, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke Point Ferry Terminal
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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

2 Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Studio Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

Heart of Nanaimo.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Nanaimo motel, you'll find Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Maffeo Sutton Park. Nanaimo Regional General Hospital and Beach Estates Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Old City Quarter - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Vancouver Island University - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive - 12.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off The Hook - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Drip Coffee | Social - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Spot

Motel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo
As a guest of The Spot, you'll find multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly 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
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Spot offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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 tours

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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

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

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

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.

Property 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-authorize 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
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
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. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 5032890

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

How close is The Spot to the airport?

The Spot is 1.3 mi (3-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Spot have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Spot.

How close is The Spot to the beach?

This motel is 2.1 mi (4-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach.

Does The Spot offer free breakfast?

The Spot does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Spot?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Casino Nanaimo (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Spot?

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

Is there free parking at The Spot?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Spot have a pool?

The Spot does not have a pool.

Does The Spot have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Spot to downtown Nanaimo?

The Spot is 1.1 mi away from Nanaimo.

The Spot Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 648 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 648 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 648 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 648 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 648 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nguyen, Ho Chi Minh

Good place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Nanaimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spot
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

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

Really good stay

Good space, cool ac, excellent shower, comfy bed , quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Loved our stay

Quaint and comfortable but a little on the small side. I’m not sure I liked the online check-in but it went smoothly and we were able to access our room. The bed was very comfortable, the room was very clean and the price was right. That’s what’s most important. I would definitely recommend The Spot if you’re looking for a place to stay in Nanaimo. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks I think we didn’t use at the end
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

LK

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The host was very responsive and helpful. It was difficult to get into the property as the keypad was not working. The rooms were small and stuffy and the wifi password in the welcome book was incorrect. The neighborhood was not safe at all with homeless and drug users everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good follow up on check in and check out. Clean room and central location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ron

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Nanaimo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed one night at The Spot. The parking lot is quite tight and limited, it is also on a busy road, so it can be tricky to get in and out of. We were sent check-in information ahead of time which would allow us to access the hallway door, then access our room door. We did need to contact management twice regarding access - once because the door to the hallway was ajar and not locked when we arrived, then later we realized the access code we were given was incorrect. Additionally, door access to the hallway was damaged in a way that made it minimally secure even when the lock was engaged - we felt a little unsafe as a result. The rooms themselves are decorated in a kind of art deco-ikea kind of way - they're cute enough. The AC was already running when we showed up, which was a nice surprise. The sheets were very clean, beds were made up nicely. Bedside table needed a good clean, the white pull down blinds were heavily stained. The bathroom had a rolling barn door with a damaged latch, so the door always stayed open a couple inches - essentially no privacy to use the toilet or shower from anybody you're staying with. The shower had a really nice rainfall showerhead with a handheld nozzle - great pressure. The heated lit mirror in the bathroom was a nice addition. Bathroom, towels were clean - wallpaper heavily peeling off the walls were a detractant. Mixed feelings about this stay - very easy to access downtown and north Nanaimo.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean rooms and comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Marc

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Access into the property was not convenient off the main busy road into the parking lot. One direction in and out only. I woke up in the morning to a homeless person right behind my car with all her belongings and stolen tools spread out so I had to move my car to load it. Overall not a great experience and won’t be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great shower and good smelling soaps in the room! Super easy check in process and fast response from staff. Will book again when in town!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Digmanu

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Digmanu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place overall. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute motel, easy access with clear communication through text. Has everything you need a short stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elliot

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The keypad to the second floor was kind of a pain. The instructions on how to use it could have contained the extra step of pressing the four buttons that light up after it is activated. Check-out was not clear either.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old motel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025