5/5 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 Aug. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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4.0/5 Very good
Guests rated this property 4.4/5 for cleanliness.
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Laundry
- 24/7 Front Desk
Explore the area
Vancouver Island University3 min walk
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre10 min walk
Nanaimo Museum9 min drive
Nanaimo, BC (YCD)14 min drive
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
More detailsRoom amenities
- 355 sq ft
- Partial ocean view
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
Room details
2 Single Beds
33 square metres m2 room with partial ocean views
Layout – 2 bedrooms
Internet – Free WiFi
Food & Drink – Kitchen
Bathroom – Shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Desk and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway/extra beds available on request
Non-Smoking
Single Room
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Single Room
More detailsRoom amenities
- 180 sq ft
- City view
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 1Max children: 1
Room details
1 Single Bed
16 square metres m2 room with city and partial ocean views
Internet – Free WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Bathroom – Shared bathroom, free toiletries, and a hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Desk and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway/extra beds available on request
Non-Smoking
Family Room
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Family Room
More detailsRoom amenities
- 1194 sq ft
- City view
- Sleeps 4
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 4Max adults: 2Max children: 3
Room details
3 Single Beds or 1 Single Bed
111 square metres m2 room with city and partial ocean views
Layout – 4 bedrooms, living room and sitting area
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 28-inch TV
Food & Drink – Kitchen with full-sized fridge/freezer, hob, microwave and dishwasher
Bathroom – 2 bathrooms, shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Desk and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway/extra beds available on request
Need to know – Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
About this area
Nanaimo
Vancouver Island University Residences is located in Nanaimo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Protection Island and Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park, while Nanaimo Museum and Ladysmith Little Theatre are cultural highlights. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and Brechin Lanes are also worth visiting. Guests appreciate the hostel's quiet location.
What's nearby
- Vancouver Island University - 3 min walk
- Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 10 min walk
- Brechin Lanes - 5 min drive
- Bastion - 8 min drive
- Nanaimo Museum - 9 min drive
Getting around
- Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
- Gateway To India Restaurant - 16 min walk
- Bocca Café - 3 min drive
- Bistro Taiyo - 4 min drive
- La Stella Trattoria - 4 min drive
- Asteras Greek Taverna - 4 min drive
About this property
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
- No on-site parking available
Things to do
- Basketball
- Beach volleyball
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Conveniences
- ATM/banking services
Guest services
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
Languages spoken
- English
Business services
- 1 meeting room
Outdoors
- BBQ grill(s)
- Garden
- Picnic area
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
- Smoke-free property
- TV in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer (on request)
More
- Desk
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in between 3 PM and 3 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; to check in, go to Cedar Center
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.
- Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
No on-site parking is available
Property is also known as
Vancouver Island University Residences Hostel Nanaimo
Vancouver Island University Residences Hostel
Vancouver Island University Residences Nanaimo
Vancouver Island University Residences
Vancouver Island University Residences Nanaimo
Frequently asked questions
4.0
Very good
4.4/5
Cleanliness
4.2/5
Staff & service
4.3/5
Amenities
4.1/5
Property conditions & facilities
5/5 Excellent
Carole
Travelled with partner
14 Aug. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
3/5 Okay
Verified traveller
12 Aug. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
5/5 Excellent
Verified traveller
Travelled with family
10 Aug. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
4/5 Good
Robert G.
9 Aug. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
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