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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
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Chinatown
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Room with Private Bathroom | 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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Micro Double Room with Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Micro Double Room with Shared Bathroom

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

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Small Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 67 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room with Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

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

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Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom

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

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Small Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 90 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Queen Room with Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Deluxe Mixed Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Female Deluxe Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in Mixed Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in Male Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Micro Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Micro Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 69 sq ft
  • 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
  • Royal BC Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Victoria Harbour - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪John's Place Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Vicious Poodle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Toratiki - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bold Butchery - ‬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.

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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
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.
  • 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.

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.

Reviews

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 401 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are rentals of all kinds. Campervans, bikes. Free breakfast for guests and supper. Laundry facilities and a bar 🍺. You can get one free drink 🍷, alcohol or pop from the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kamryn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cherie

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheapest and safe accomodation in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Budget Friendly

Budget friendly for solo travellers who want to save money to stay longer. Suited in the town area and walking distance to downtown Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emile Mbouna

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff are not at all cheerful. They show no respect towards the client and should be trained in customer relations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Clean, Quiet and Comfortable Inside

I chose Ocean Island because it was the cheapest option within walking distance of the marina and theaters downtown but I imagined that it was going to be a little rough, mainly because of the neighborhood it's in but also from past experiences at hostels. I was pleasantly surprised to find that it is not only incredibly clean but also very quiet. The only sound I heard at night were seagulls going by. The shared bathrooms were very well kept and I only had to wait my turn once. The dinner they serve (green curry with peas and potatoes the night I had it) was delicious and the free drink was cheerfully served. Breakfast was also fresh and delicious. The neighborhood is sketchy, especially at night but the fentanyl addicts are all around during the day as well. One hopes that one doesn't happen to walk by when one of these people is having any kind of manic moment but if seeing drug use and its results are not something you want on vacation this is not the place for you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very central and easy to walk everywhere. The free food was very tasty, plentiful, and it was so nice that it was vegetarian! Due to its location there are some unhoused folks around which could be stressful for some people. Great to see a wide diversity in the fellow quests!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the fact that its within walking distance
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

gurmeet

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Myrna

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive, knowledgeable welcoming staff. Well kept old facility with character .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Christian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
We stayed at private Queen room and we left with bed bug bites and on our last day, we noticed that the sheets were stained with what appear to be blood. The staff was kind and good service. I would suggest checking your sheets before sleeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Razvan Alexandre

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Abraam, Terrace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the hostel was great! Everything is well thought out and all of the basic nessecities are taken care of (or available for a very reasonable deposit or fee). I would definitely stay there again. Whoever left the tip about asking for earplugs at the front desk, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Georgios

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay and the free breakfast and dinner were a really great perk! The one free drink a night was also a nice touch. Our stay also felt safe even thought the neighborhood was not feeling the safest.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ming

It doesn't worth the money they charged.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025