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Our top choices for Nanaimo hostels

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Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (262 reviews)
"If you’re open to bare-bones, inexpensive, quirkiness, remember this is a hostel (though I rented a private room. Very accommodating, all requests fulfilled. Friendly staff."
United States
Steven
The price is 1.800.575 ₫
2.088.667 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Nanaimo Hotel Reviews

Departure Bay Motel

Departure Bay Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect and right where you need to be if you’re ferrying "
Brendan 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Departure Bay Motel

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Nanaimo Hostels information

Number of reviews
262
Accommodation
2 Hostels
Lowest Price
2.088.667 ₫
Highest Price
2.088.667 ₫

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Nanaimo?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for exploring. We've heard good things about the waterfront and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like boating.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Nanaimo?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of 4°C. The rainiest months in Nanaimo are November, January, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 226 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Nanaimo?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate some places near Nanaimo. Get out into nature with places such as Protection Island, Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and Departure Bay Beach. Cultural attractions include Nanaimo Museum, Ladysmith Little Theatre and Ladysmith Museum. Visit landmarks such as Bastion.
What's the best way to get to and around Nanaimo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Nanaimo on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome), located 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away.

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