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Cambie Hostel Gastown

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near Vancouver Waterfront

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Exterior
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Interior
Interior
Reception

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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310 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2N3
  • Place, Rogers Arena
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Canada Place
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Vancouver, BC (YVR-Vancouver Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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7.2 out of 10
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
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4 Bed Mix Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Bedded Room)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 Bedded Room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Vancouver

Downtown Vancouver stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Vancouver hostel, you'll find Vancouver Waterfront and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Also, BC Place Stadium is within half a mile (1 km) and Port of Vancouver is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Granville Street - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rogers Arena - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • BC Place Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Canada Place - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Waterfront Metro Station - 4 min walk
  • Vancouver Waterfront Station - 5 min walk
  • Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cambie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nemesis Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Revolver - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Casita - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cielito Lindo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Cambie Hostel Gastown

Adults-only hostel near Vancouver Waterfront
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. An arcade/game room, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Cambie Hostel Gastown.

This Victorian Vancouver hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1897
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cambie Hostel Gastown offers 43 accommodations. This Vancouver hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 19 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 19 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 15.00 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Towels fee: CAD 5 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 43 mi (69.2018 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 43 mi (69.2018 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Guests should be aware that one cat resides at this property.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 19 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cambie Gastown Hostel
Cambie Hostel
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Cambie Hostel Gastown Vancouver
Gastown Cambie Hostel
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Cambie Hostel Gastown Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cambie Hostel Gastown to the airport?

Cambie Hostel Gastown is 0.7 mi (5-min drive) away from the Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cambie Hostel Gastown?

As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cambie Hostel Gastown on Mar 15, 2026 start from $109, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cambie Hostel Gastown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cambie Hostel Gastown.

How close is Cambie Hostel Gastown to the beach?

This hostel is 2.6 mi (5-min drive) from Kitsilano Beach and 1.7 mi (10-min drive) from Sunset Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cambie Hostel Gastown offer free breakfast?

Cambie Hostel Gastown does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cambie Hostel Gastown?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn (4-min drive) and Grand Villa Casino Hotel and Conference Centre (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Cambie Hostel Gastown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cambie Hostel Gastown?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Cambie Hostel Gastown have a pool?

Cambie Hostel Gastown does not have a pool.

Does Cambie Hostel Gastown have a restaurant?

Cambie Hostel Gastown is home to The Cambie Bar & Grill, which features happy hour.

Does Cambie Hostel Gastown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Cambie Hostel Gastown to downtown Vancouver?

Cambie Hostel Gastown is 0.5 mi away from Vancouver.

Cambie Hostel Gastown Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 888 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 888 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 888 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 888 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 888 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cambie Hostel in Gastown offers what travelers on a budget are looking for: a safe, warm place to sleep, a hot shower, a place to store/cook food & eat, laundry facilities, a couch to lounge on. Its proximity to the Skytrain/downtown are the trade-off for bar's loud music & old building. I think it's well worth it. I would suggest visitors bring earplugs & an open mind. It's not a hotel and it doesn't claim to be - it's an affordable, safe way to visit an amazing city.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Navjot

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and facility. Friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hyungdon

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The music was so loud downstairs untill 3am
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carmen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is one of the most disgusting places I have ever been. The floors have a thick layer of grime, the common area couches and chairs are stained and reek of cat pee, the washing machines are mouldy, the bathrooms are dirty and hard to use, and the fridge was filled with rotting food left by previous guests. The place smells HORRIBLE, it is grease layered on top of every food smell layered on top of cat pee layered on top of the thickest must that could only have been caused by a severe rodent infestation. There were nests of dust and lint in corners, most likely caused by mice. I checked in at 3pm, showered and washed my clothes, and then realized I could not possibly be able to sleep in this place. I would have rather slept on a park bench. I left that same night at around 9pm and found another place to stay. I felt so gross after being at this hostel that I showered AGAIN after I left and rewashed my clothes at a laundromat. The service here is horrible and the manager needs a serious reality check. A child could do his job better than him. I was only refunded a portion of what I paid to be here, which is fine but I was offered no apology and was spoken to in a very demeaning manner. When I told him he could do better, he said some nonsense about Vancouver being the most expensive city in the world. I dont believe that is true, and even if it was it does not excuse running a business that puts customers in a place that may damage their health.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

lawrence

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jorge

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gongmyung

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kassy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Maya

Likely my own fault fo lack of preparedness, but even with ear plugs sleep was completely impossible due to the incredibly loud music. The walls were vibrating and it felt like we were in the bar itself. Would not recommend unless you are a night owl.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Can't beat the location for the price. Music can be loud late on the weekends but it didn't disturb my sleep. Great staff, room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carolina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, and polite staff. Unfortunately, it can get noisy if theres any special event at the bar downstairs, and you might struggle sleeping. Just be aware of that. Other than that, bed was confortable, staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I wish the patrons were held to a least a mode on of a standard.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms were beyond dirty
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean organized hostel. Mattress and sheets were soft. They had 2 adorable cats! Women's bathrooms were tidy, including 2 showers. Area around it had grocery + fast food available, but is located in a rundown area. Don't recommend walking alone at night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Staff & service
Decent hostel, sadly the immediate surrounding area is full of drug addicts which gives a very unsafe feeling
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Faith Mae

Liked: Staff & service
It was a comfortable place to stay for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gunjan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siyeon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Employees were helpful. Reasonable price. Would be a perfect place for extroverted ppl!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rene

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jargalsaikhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

jared

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliot

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa, Long Island City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very conveniently located. Facility is an old hotel with creepy and uneven floors - depending on your POV adds character or just old. I only stayed a couple nights and it was perfect for taking the bus to hike in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025