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The Spot

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Family Kitchenette, 2 Queen bedrooms suite | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec

Explore the area

Map
950 Terminal Avenue N, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K4
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    20 min walk
  • Bastion
    3 min drive
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
    3 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    3 min drive

Room options

View all photos for 2 Queen Room

2 Queen Room

2 Queen Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for King Studio Suite

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

King Studio Suite

Highlights

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

Similar properties

Exterior

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
3.9 out of 5, Good, (1003)
The price is NZ$142
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

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. .Near this Nanaimo motel, you'll find 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

  • ‪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 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. 50-inch 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

  • 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

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: 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.

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 26 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Spot on 30 Dec 2024 start from NZ$174.57, 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 505 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 505 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 505 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 505 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 505 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

2/10 Terrible

Ivy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Compact but efficient and very reasonable price great for a 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here with my partner and dog for one night before catching the ferry the next morning. Nice little yard attached to the first floor rooms to take the dog out. Close to lots of restaurants and the room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s on the main road and traffic can be busy. But for the price and convenience I’m ok to use earplugs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Amenities
Great stay at this affordable and very cute place 🙌 my only suggestion is a shelf in the bathroom for makeup/personal items. Great location and comfy bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kamoi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've always stayed at this place. It's usually very clean and cute.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Lovely, clean, convenient, near the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the convenience of the self check-in. The place was very welcoming and clean. Unfortunately, whoever had the room above me was walking around and moving furniture until 345am, and the noise travelled very well between floors.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Micah

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shad

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly fine old school style motor inn to spend a night or three
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bertram

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Shelley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Greta little hotel. Small property, newly renovated. Price reflects the room amenities and quality. No surprises here. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Glenda

Travelled with partner
The property is good and rhe staff was friendly. The only downside that i noticed is that, the other ned’s beddings wasn’t changed amd the smell of the sheet was noticeably awful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a Spot!
I consider myself a slave to name brand hotels, we took a chance with the spor and wow! Very clean, very nice very comfortable. The only drawback was the limited parking. I had to box in another guest to park. But overall amazing place. I wont think twice next time im in the area, the spot is my spot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Dana

Travelled with partner
Renovated but grounds have not been kept up well. No person available after 5 to check in so required to do it virtually by uploading photos of drivers license and self, did not care for this requirement at all.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jamieson

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024