Title: Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation Hostel in Nanaimo ## Photo gallery for Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/525f6a40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/05e25dba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/ef70ed51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/9867ddbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/074c2155.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation offers an active vibe with beach volleyball and basketball onsite. Relax in the lobby by the TV, use laundry facilities, or connect to free WiFi while enjoying barbecue grills and a vending machine. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 4 - Dec. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=8507196&PinnedHotelID=8507196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=8507196&PinnedHotelID=8507196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 5 - Dec. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=8507196&PinnedHotelID=8507196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=8507196&PinnedHotelID=8507196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8507196&PinnedHotelID=8507196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8507196&PinnedHotelID=8507196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=8507196&PinnedHotelID=8507196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=8507196&PinnedHotelID=8507196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for 3 Bed Pod ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/cc15592d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 3 Bed Pod 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Portable fan 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Toaster Oven Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen Laptop workspace - 355 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for 4 Bed Apartment ![4 Bed Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/9d50e6a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 4 Bed Apartment 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews ### Highlights Kitchen Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Dishwasher Portable fan 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Private bathroom Microwave - 1194 sq ft - 4 bedrooms - City view - Sleeps 8 - 4 Large Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Single Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/525f6a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 8.6 Excellent 23 reviews ### Highlights Fan Oven Shared/communal kitchen Kitchen island Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster Wardrobe or closet Desk - 172 sq ft - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Bunk Bed Double ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/cc15592d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bunk Bed Double 8.4 Very good 19 reviews ### Highlights Fan Oven Shared/communal kitchen Kitchen island Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster Wardrobe or closet Desk - 172 sq ft - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Budget Double Room (2 bedrooms) ![Budget Double Room (2 bedrooms)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507196/2f80cee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Budget Double Room (2 bedrooms) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Portable fan 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Oven Cookware/dishes/utensils Toaster Laptop workspace Desk - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanaimo-Hotels-Vancouver-Island-University-Residences.h8507196.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanaimo-Hotels-Vancouver-Island-University-Residences.h8507196.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C49.15935%2C-123.96800&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=D5SP7EV1kD_s5OK7zGr62T88ndw=) 4 University Crescent, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6C5 #### What's nearby - Vancouver Island University \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Nanaimo Aquatic Centre \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Old City Quarter \- 4 min drive \- 2.4 km - Nanaimo Museum \- 5 min drive \- 3.0 km - Departure Bay Ferry Terminal \- 8 min drive \- 4.9 km #### Getting around - Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sip Pub - ‬3 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk - ‪Jalapenos - ‬10 min walk ## 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 beach volleyball and basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Barbecue grills, a TV in the lobby, and 1 meeting room - ATM/banking services, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine Room features All 386 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Shared microwave - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## 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 ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 19 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 11:30 PM) and Friday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 4:30 AM) The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[B4 - Cedar Center\] Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from August 18 2025 to August 22 2027 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### 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 - 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