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Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Chinatown in Victoria

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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791 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC, V8W 1N9
  • Royal BC Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Victoria Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Deluxe Mixed Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Micro Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Micro Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

  • 69 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in Mixed Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in Male Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Female Deluxe Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Small Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 90 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Queen Room with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room with Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 64 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 67 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 96 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Micro Double Room with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Micro Double Room with Shared Bathroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 69 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Victoria

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Victoria hostel, you'll find Chinatown and Beacon Hill Park. Royal BC Museum and British Columbia Parliament Building are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chinatown - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal BC Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Victoria Harbour - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bold Butchery & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Vicious Poodle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Mint - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel

Hostel near Chinatown in Victoria
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Victoria hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1891
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • 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
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel offers 80 accommodations with portable fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (CAD 15 per night)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Customers may be requested by the property to complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 100 per accommodation, 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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: CAD 15 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel Victoria
Ocean Island Backpackers Suites Victoria
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites Victoria
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites Hostel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel to the airport?

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel is 0.6 mi (2-min drive) away from the Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel on Jul 23, 2025 start from $120.52, excluding 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 Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel.

Does Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Elements Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for CAD 15 per night.

Does Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel have a pool?

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel to downtown Victoria?

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel is 0.2 mi away from Victoria.

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 345 out of 866 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 866 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 866 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 866 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 866 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean Island is an excellent place to stay! The rooms are comfortable, clean and it is mandatory quiet after 11:00 pm The staff is absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and economical. Great proximity to downtown. Staff were awesome. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carine

M
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Geraldine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking to a lot of major attractions and the harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
DO AUTOMATICALLY LEAVE THE LAMPS ON FOR EMPTY BEDS OR NEW GUESTS. 3 of 4 nights I stayed they get left on all night or the guest comes to bed so drunk they don’t turn them off. The second floor room I stayed in had the creakiest door I’ve ever heard. So when girls are coming in and out 43 times in 1 hour at midnight, it’s loud. Creaky floors too.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

NAVDEEP

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the smell throughout the room was off, it stuck to my clothes and noone in the return flight wanted to sit next to me, food options were poor and staff could be more friendly, its more like a jail i would say
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

I didn't know that the room was on the 4th floor and there was no elevator. For me, who doesn't have a good knee, the 4th floor without an elevator was a little painful, so I wanted to know in advance if possible. I'm going to take this opportunity to be careful. Also, the edge of the bed frame was covered with dust. Then, the couple in the next room came back at 1:30 a.m. while talking normally, and it was annoying for a while.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tristan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

AL XANDREI JAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mona

Liked: Staff & service
I booked this property for my husband. He had an urgent matter to attend to and we chose it because it was close to where he needed to go and the price was attractive. He liked it but stated it might be for younger population that doesn’t mind being in a hostel. Overall it served the purpose. And staff were very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
only down side would be it doesn't have parking, but we had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Fernando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sihoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

rob

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Everything is fine
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacquoline

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

NEUSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff members were friendly and welcoming from the day I arrived to my departure.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024