The Spot

City-center motel within easy reach of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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

50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV

King Studio Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV

Family Kitchenette, 2 Queen bedrooms suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, The Spot offers a rejuvenated retreat with garden views and in-room WiFi. Take advantage of outdoor furniture, bicycle tour information, and multilingual staff while enjoying the overall value that previous guests rave about.

Very good

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Air conditioning
Garden
Multilingual staff
Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Tomorrow

Oct 11 - Oct 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

2 Queen Room

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Renovated in 2022

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

210 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Studio Suite

Wonderful

Highlights

Patio

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Renovated in 2022

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Rainfall showerhead

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Renovated in 2022

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

213 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi
Connecting rooms available

$71 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

950 Terminal Avenue N, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 4K4

What's nearby

Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Old City Quarter - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Vancouver Island University - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 3 min drive
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 52 min drive
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 83 min drive
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 21.9 miles/35.2 km
Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 30.8 miles/49.5 km

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Spot

The Spot puts you just a 5-minute drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 10 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-in/out available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free uncovered onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

Bicycle tour information
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Skydiving nearby
Ziplining nearby

Services

Multilingual staff
Virtual front desk

Facilities

Garden
Picnic area
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Hand-held showerheads
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

50-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night

Policies

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.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property Registration Number 5032890

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Spot offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Spot does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Spot?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Spot?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Spot?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Spot?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Spot and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Spot like?

The Spot is a short 3-minute drive from Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) and 20 minutes' walk from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.