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The Spot

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A modern two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs. - The Spot (Nanaimo)
A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a framed painting of a sunset, and a sign indicating special offers for hotel guests. - The Spot (Nanaimo)
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors. - The Spot (Nanaimo)
A room with a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden table with two stools, a red sofa, and a sliding glass door leading outside. - The Spot (Nanaimo)
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Close to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, The Spot provides amenities like a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a bedside lamp, and a small table.

2 Queen Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a white headboard, and two bedside tables with lamps. There are four floral paintings on the wall above the bed.

King Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC QUEEN BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Central Nanaimo, a neighborhood in Nanaimo, The Spot is near the airport and near the beach. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Ready for a night out? Consider Vancouver Island Conference Centre and The Port Theatre. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing, snowboarding, and a ski area, or check out other outdoor activities such as snow tubing. Visit our Nanaimo travel guide
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950 Terminal Avenue N, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K4

What's nearby

  • A calm river with a wooden dock, a pathway along the riverbank, and buildings in the background.
    Maffeo Sutton Park
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A row of colorful historic buildings with distinct architectural styles, including arched windows and decorative brickwork.
    Old City Quarter
    5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Nanaimo Museum
    5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Casino Nanaimo
    5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Bastion
    6 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Off The Hook
    20 min walk
  • Drip Coffee | Social
    3 min drive
  • Danpung Momiji
    5 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    20 min walk
  • McDonald's
    6 min walk

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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 tours

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Virtual 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

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
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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, 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
Property Registration Number 5032890

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Spot pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

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 Central Nanaimo, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chinese Memorial Gardens Park and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Townsite Marina and Bowen Park are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Spot Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 835 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 835 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 835 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 835 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 835 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, big room, bed comfy, shower head amazing, towels huge, nice outdoor space
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic motel but clean and worth the money. Receptionist was very helpful during check in
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spot to stay a night! It’s so quiet over there. Clean rooms, AC working good and plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for a couple of nights. Convenient (central) location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was newly renovated, door codes to unlock doors were nice. Shower was nice, and the matresses were surprisingly comfortable. The person who checked us in was so friendly and helpful, he went out of his way to make sure we had everyhing we needed and even gave some free cookies to our kids.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was alone, so the space was perfect for one person. Very clean and updated. The staff was extremely accommodating to my needs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lucy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had to wait an hour past check in for our room. The man at the desk was lovely though, very friendly. Room was ok. Great shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

YANRU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean, service excellent, and they provide perfect parking, good location easy to reach restaurants and sightseeing points.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is superb. They have bent over backwards for my needs while I have an extended stay here while my husband has been in hospital. It's extremely clean, simple and just what I need. I feel very safe here staying alone with their sign in codes to get into building and my room. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Archan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent keyless / contact less check in check out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was good for the value. Unique layout and check in and out process but pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ami

We loved that we didnt have to check in we just got a code to enter the room. Room was clean. My only complaint was the shower as it came straight down from roof instead of wall and I didnt want to wash my hair but nothing really to complain about
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marlene

Parking was easy. Pumped the A/C on max and it cooled down room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deepak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin, clean rooms, comfortable beds. We had an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy check-in, check-out process.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in at 4 p.m. I would have liked an earlier check in time but that's fine. I liked the security door to get into our area and then a personal code to get into our room. The room was clean. The bed was very comfortable. We had a great sleep! The bathroom was clean and well stocked with towels and the usuals such as soap, shampoo and a hairdryer. Coffee and tea were stocked and the mini fridge was perfect to put some of our food in. My only complaint is that you can hear people in the hallway which was a bit loud especially if they are leaving earlier in the morning. The sound of the road may bother people who are light sleepers. We thought it was a great hotel that met our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danhui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly is a great plus and clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Feng Yu

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The guy at the front desk was very hardworking and friendly. However, the bathroom was not very clean, especially the toilet. The noise isolation across different floors were not done very well. Luckily there was no late night partier during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ulrich

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The booking and the management are fully "robotized" and pretty awkward when things don't work. Upon our arrival at 3.30 there was nobody at the desk although it said that would be manned at 3.00! We waited in the blazing sun until a cleaning person let us in ... The we did not get the "code" for the doors until after 4.00! The hotel is quite small and calls itself a BOUTIQUE hotel ... but in my understanding that is a place that offers something unique and special. Not here! The room was nicely appointed and well maintained - the beds too soft for our liking. Theo from Victoria
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location after a late night ferry. Easy check in and check out room was tiny but renovations were thoughtful and comfortable. clean. great value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are allergic to the odour of chlorine stay clear. The property’s CLEAN has its price. We were glad to pay. Charming Persian man with the perfect mustache(please mention this to his wife) was very helpful. Thank You
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and safe! Also the location is perfect! Our room was clean and cozy! Communication was awesome, fast responses and we are very grateful for our check out extension to noon! We have been staying here ar least twice per year for the last 4 years and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent losgings and great service don't have much more to say
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were exceptionally vlean and the staff can be forgiving if you are not out immediately but they still will encourage and have you leave if you stay to long great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

myles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, clean bathroom. very nice shower. close to restaurants. check in was very simple and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026