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Ocean Island Inn

Property class: 2
Hostel near Chinatown in Victoria

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A building with a sign reading "Pandora Ave." and a neon sign above the entrance.
Two men sitting at a bar with a menu in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a pot on the stove, a cutting board, and a bowl of greens.
A marina with boats docked, a building with a flag, and a clear sky.
A room with a wooden bench, a window with a view of trees, a plant, and a magazine rack with 'experience' magazine.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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791 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC, V8W 1N9
  • Place, Lower Johnson Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Chinatown
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Room with Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and wall art.

Queen Room with Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Micro Double Room with Shared Bathroom

A person sitting on a bed in a room with a window, holding a red backpack.

Micro Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 69 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Small Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

A bunk bed room with a fire escape plan poster and a smoke-free environment sign.

Small Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 67 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Family Room with Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a bed with a blue blanket.

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 96 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom

A room with a bed, two windows, a small fan, and a shelf with a mask and lamp.

Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 64 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Small Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

A small, single-bed room with a window, a wall-mounted lamp, and a decorative item above the bed.

Small Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 90 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Small Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with a bed, a window, a radiator, and a metal locker.

Small Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Bed in Deluxe Mixed Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Bed in Deluxe Mixed Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in Female Deluxe Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Bed in Female Deluxe Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bunk Bed in Mixed Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

A bunk bed room with a refrigerator, a trash bin, and a picture on the wall.

Bunk Bed in Mixed Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

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

View all photos for Bunk Bed in Male Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

A bunk bed room with a person sitting on the lower bunk, a wooden floor, and a door with a handle.

Bunk Bed in Male Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Micro Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

A room with a bed, a wall-mounted lamp, a door with a sign, and a framed picture.

Micro Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 69 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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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

  • Lower Johnson Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Government Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Chinatown - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Victoria Conference Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Royal BC Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Malabar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tacofino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪OEB Breakfast - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Vicious Poodle - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ocean Island Inn

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. 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 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.

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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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per day.

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 25.0 per day

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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and 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 to the airport?

Ocean Island Inn 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?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Island Inn on Nov 23, 2026 start from $74, 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 Ocean Island Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ocean Island Inn.

How close is Ocean Island Inn to the beach?

This hostel is 3 mi (7-min drive) from Orchard Avenue Beach and 5.9 mi (13-min drive) from Mt Douglas Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ocean Island Inn offer free breakfast?

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

Is there a casino at Ocean Island Inn?

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?

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

Is there free parking at Ocean Island Inn?

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

Does Ocean Island Inn have a pool?

Ocean Island Inn does not have a pool.

Does Ocean Island Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Ocean Island Inn to downtown Victoria?

Ocean Island Inn is 0.2 mi away from Victoria.

Ocean Island Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1006 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time I stayed and it was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, it was really quiet, my double room was perfect! And really appreciated the free drink and breakfast every day ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my go to accommodation whenever I'm staying in victoria. Great location, amazing staff, clean rooms. 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great hostel with lots going on, perfect location etc, all-around wonderful spot, this place rules!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast and dinner, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet room, friendly staff, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always love my stays here! I stay for work and love the dorm rooms, and the staff are simply delightful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, very helpful staff when it came to a kerfuffle regarding payment. Very convenient location, great breakfast and coffee.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinner was delicious as was the breakfast. Anything in house is not overpriced and marked up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast great, staff super nice, room goody
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was amazed for a Hostel how clean everything was from my room, the lobby and the kitchen area. The breakfast was perfect to get me started on my day. The dinner was adequate to have something on my stomach. Never have I had something given for dinner so that was an added bonus. The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. Being able to store my backpack on my last day was a bonus. I would definitely stay here, again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place that supports solo travellers. Rooms were basic but clean enough to have a good nights sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Everything is so so .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean, and immersed in kindness!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Not so cheap bare bones room with shared bathrooms. Room was quiet, dark and cool despite no a/c
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. The complimentary breakfast is a nice touch. The price is the best around.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only spent a night at this hostel, but it was a good experience. The complimentary drink was a welcome surprise. The breakfast was good, but I could have used some milk and sweetener for my coffee (it could be that they keep those on the back or something, I was running out so can't really tell and had no time to ask). Staff was very welcoming and helpful. Room was clean and so were the washrooms, which are for a single occupant at a time. I used one of the single rooms and it was quiet and cozy. Definitely recommend to anyone visiting Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that there are fridges in the private rooms. I like that there is a kitchen you can use to cook
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
pretty convenient location and central to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The mixed dormitory reminds me of my college years.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free dinner 6-8pm and drink 5-10:30pm. Free breakfast in the morning. Room was clean as was bed. Bar fridge in room and a fan. Could not hear anything through the walls or the ceiling. Bathrooms were clean. Storage lockers with locks ($10 refundable deposit). Amazing staff. Would definitely not have issues staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cheap price, but the noise from the road quite annoying, also not recommend booking in hot weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Ok place, sketchy neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was surprisingly unexpected and satisfied with the service in general. Keep up the excellent hospitality and will definitely reconsider to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

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