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Colonial Motel

950 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9S4K6, Canada
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Colonial Motel
Ranked #6 of 19 hotels in Nanaimo
4.0 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
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Perth, Australia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We were met by 'Yan" who booked us in -- she was lovely and very helpful giving us advice on the catching the ferry and other touristy questions. The property is located on a busy road so she gave us an upstairs room which has a corridor giving a buffer to the road noise. (as it turned out if was... More

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Victoria, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

I chose it based on all the reviews I read.It was very easy to find.The lady that greeted me was warm and personable. She advised that the window would be open when we got into the room, so it might be a little chilly. We had a room at the back,overlooking a charming back yard with trees. It was quiet,... More

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Canadensis, Pennsylvania
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

The couples from china are the owner of the motel. Wrong information of routes that caused me so much of inconvenience. The whole stretch of corridor is smelly, old. I doubt the bed sheet is wash properly. The bath tub is super noisy like helicopter and your movement will be track anytime of your depart/return. When u request not to... More

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jchi, Manager at Colonial Motel, responded to this review
22 May 2012

We carefully checked our booking system, customer list, customer registration records and complain records during the period of April 2012, there is no customer matching the name "Kim S" which you used for the review. So we hope you can provide more details about your stay, such as the dates you stay, the room number, and your real name when... More

Jupiter, Florida
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Stayed here in May, 2012 for just one night. I chose it because of the price, and it was certainly "adequate." It was clean, though dated, and the managers were pleasant. There is nothing whatsoever special about the motel; it reminds me of a small town motel back in the 70s or 80s. No breakfast was included, and I suspect... More

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Ontario, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

My husband and I stayed at the Colonial for four nights as we considered moving to the lovely city of Nanaimo. Hesitant at first, as its the tiniest motel we'd ever encountered, we were immediately pleased. As others have written, our room was spotlessly clean and the pleasant owners made us feel welcome. They strike the right balance between ensuring... More

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London, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2011

The owners of this small motel were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The rate was most reasonable and the room was spotlessly clean. It's well equipped with small frig. and microwave, free high-speed wireless internet, TV, and other amenities. The back rooms on the upper floor face a small garden and trees, and are quieter. I'm a light sleeper and... More

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fort mcmurray
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 July 2011

I had the pleasure of staying here on a business trip. The rooms were clean, but the real attraction was the level of service. The owners go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Friendly smiles, attention to detail, simply better than most. The building is smaller than nearby motels, but do not let that stop you from... More

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Kingston, Canada
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 July 2011
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We had a nice stay at the Colonial the rate was low, service friendly, beds comfy. All amenities were provided and the lady at the front desk was super friendly and helpful. The water pressure in the shower could be better but that is hardly anything to complain about. Its a lovely 20 minute stroll down the sea wall to... More

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Victoria, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2011
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If you need a 50 (52) dollar room that is actually a 50 dollar room this is your place. I went to 3 other hotels in the area that advertised this price, once I got in, they said it was a seniors rate. The staff has been extremely courteous, the place is always clean, its cheap. Its a busy street,... More

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Calgary, Canada
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2010
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A few friends and I had just finished the West Coast Trail and had made our way to Nanaimo for our flight back to Calgary. We had a couple of days in Nanaimo and had booked this place online. BAD IDEA! This place was a dump, in a very sketchy area of town AND had the worst customer service ever.... More

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jchiNanaimo, Owner at Colonial Motel, responded to this review
15 September 2010

Thanks for your common. Manager can't recall your case. Please summit your proof of stay. If you did find we miss some spot in our room. Please accept our apology. I understand your anger, you should ask for refund. Thanks. More

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Address: 950 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9S4K6, Canada
Price range (per night):* INR3,678 - 4,514

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