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Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

1.5 star property
Hostel near Bastion in Nanaimo

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Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space | Premium bedding, free WiFi
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Premium bedding, free WiFi

Overview of Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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Map
121 Bastion St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 3A2
  • Popular LocationVancouver Island University3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDeparture Bay Ferry Terminal5 min drive
  • AirportNanaimo, BC (YCD)13 min drive
  • Popular LocationDuke Point Ferry Terminal14 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bath

Premium bedding, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bath

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bath

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space | Premium bedding, free WiFi

Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space | Premium bedding, free WiFi

Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space | Premium bedding, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

Near the airport.Steps from the hostel, you'll find Bastion and Nanaimo Museum. Also, Old City Quarter is within half a mile (1 km) and Vancouver Island University is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 3 min walk
  • Old City Quarter - 4 min walk
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • Craft Fare - 1 min walk
  • Old City Station Pub - 2 min walk
  • Queen's Hotel - 5 min walk
  • The Nanaimo Bar - 2 min walk
  • Lighthouse Bar and Restaurant - 4 min walk

About this property

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Hostel near Bastion in Nanaimo
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offers its guests a library, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) also features concierge services and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offers 24 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and rice cookers. Beds feature premium bedding. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Library

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: CAD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 16 mi (25 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 16 mi (25 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) to the airport?

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) is 0.2 mi (1-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel).

How close is Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) to the beach?

This hostel is 3.6 mi (12-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach.

Does Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offer free breakfast?

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino Nanaimo (5-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) have a pool?

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) does not have a pool.

Does Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) to downtown Nanaimo?

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) is 0.1 mi away from Nanaimo.

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 189 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 189 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 189 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 189 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 189 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Paul is amazing, very nice man upon check -in!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Brody

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lene

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Brant

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness
A little on the rough side.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Painted Turtle always gets the job done, and this last time was no different.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

tara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023