Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive - 17.3 km
Getting around
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Jingle Pot Pub - 4 min drive
Tim Hortons - 5 min drive
Tim Hortons - 3 min drive
Jalapenos Mexican Food - 10 min walk
Milton Street Public House - 3 min drive
About this property
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
Hostel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation provides laundry facilities and more. Enjoy onsite activities like volleyball and basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
A vending machine, ATM/banking services, and 1 meeting room
Barbecue grills, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 386 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
Ovens, toasters, and cookware/dishes/utensils
Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and portable fans
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Things to do
Basketball
Beach volleyball
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
ATM
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Shared microwave
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Picnic area
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private or shared bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Oven
Toaster
More
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Portable fan
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2:00 AM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [B4 - Cedar Center]
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from August 16 2024 to July 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Vancouver Island University Residences
Vancouver Island University Residences Hostel
Vancouver Island University Residences Hostel Nanaimo
Vancouver Island University Residences Nanaimo
Vancouver University Resinces
Vancouver Island University Residences
Frequently asked questions
Is Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
What time is check-in at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.
What time is check-out at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation located?
Situated in Nanaimo, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. Old City Quarter and Nanaimo Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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I really enjoyed my stay here. The staff are lovely and very helpful. The area feels very safe and is quiet at night. It is a little out of the way but well connected by bus. And there are bunnies everywhere, it's adorable!
Easy to book, very reasonable price, quick checkin, excellent internet service, free parking. Large kitchen provided downstairs if needed. Overall very good stay.
Excellent value for price - staff were great and accommodating, bed was reasonably comfortable and facilities were clean. The only complaint I have was that the room smelled like feet. Became nose blind to it eventually but would recommend bringing air freshener.
The suite I stayed in was clean and the bed was comfortable. Bathroom were clean and lots of towels and toiletries to use. I asked for a room on the 1st floor adjoining my friend that I travelled with. No stairs and close to the front door. Common room was clean and convenient to my room. I had use of the fridge and freezer. Staff were friendly and helpful. Enjoyed my stay.
Really excellent value for the money if you are just looking for a simple and cost effective night's sleep. The property was very clean, including the shared bathroom. Renting out University residence rooms during the summer holiday is brilliant!! Well done!
This stay was amazing. Rob at the front desk was helpful and positive, also very accommodating when we asked to be in an ocean-facing room as it was our first time in Tofino. The rooms were clean and comfortable, all towels and toiletries were provided as well. My only complaint would be that there are no area to fill water bottles - but when we called Rob at the front desk he was brilliant and filled our bottles from their staff water tower at the front desk.
The staff were pleasant and helpful. We weren't expecting much, but we were pleasantly surprised with the amenities provided. The room was affordable, comfortable, and exactly what we needed.