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Our top choices for Gabriola Island hostels

1. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (298 reviews)
"The Painted Turtle was a good accommodation choice for my stay in Nanaimo. The location was convenient and the availability of cooking facilities was a plus."
United States
Lynne
The price is CA $110
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

2. Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge

Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge
1.5 star property
Roberts Creek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"great location, helpful staff"
Canada
sharon
The price is CA $144
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge
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.

Learn more about Gabriola Island

Sandstone beaches and ancient petroglyphs make Gabriola Island perfect for kayaking adventures and cultural exploration. Hike through lush forests to Malaspina Galleries, where waves have carved remarkable honeycomb formations into the shoreline.

A sunset over a calm lake with a silhouette of a forested hill in the background.
Photo by Landon Sveinson Photography/Tourism Vancouver Island
Open Photo by Landon Sveinson Photography/Tourism Vancouver Island

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Gabriola Island?

Our customers like these accommodations in the area, and they may offer budget-friendly prices: Gabriola Small Suite with Hot Tub - 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from the heart of Gabriola Island. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Gabriola Large Private Suite & Hot Tub - 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from the heart of Gabriola Island. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. The Hobbit on Canopy Ridge Gabriola - 3 mi (4.9 km) from the heart of Gabriola Island. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Coast Bastion Hotel - 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from the heart of Gabriola Island. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Inn On Long Lake - 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from the heart of Gabriola Island. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants at this hotel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Gabriola Island?

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are December and February with an average of 39°F. The rainiest months in Gabriola Island are November, January, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Gabriola Island?

Get out into nature with places like Joyce Lockwood Community Park, Pequod Crescent Community Park, and Queequeg Place Community Park. Cultural attractions include Nanaimo Museum, Ladysmith Little Theatre, and Ladysmith Museum. Locals like to shop at Woodgrove Shopping Centre and Nanaimo North Town Centre.

What's the best way to get to and around Gabriola Island while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Gabriola Island 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 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from the city center. An alternative is Nanaimo, BC (YCD), located 8.5 mi (13.7 km) away.

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