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Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

1.5 star property
Explore your adventurous side by bike or on foot. Then unwind over coffee or drinks at this charming hostel.

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Exterior
Exterior
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Premium bedding, free WiFi
Front of property – evening/night
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) is a haven for active travelers near Old City Quarter, with amenities like cycling and ecotours. Unwind in the library or bar, take advantage of bike rentals and laundry facilities, enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby, explore nearby attractions with tour/ticket assistance.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Bike hire

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Laundry facilities
  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self-parking
The current price is S$112
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Room options

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Premium bedding, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bath

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bath

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, free WiFi

Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi

Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
121 Bastion St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 3A2

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
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 13 min drive
  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 57 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 81 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 22.5 miles/36.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Javawocky - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Vault Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lighthouse Bar and Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Penny's Palapa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old City Station Pub - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) puts you within a 15-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (10 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Library

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

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

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 10.0 per stay

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
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.

Also known as

Painted Turtle Guesthouse Hostel Nanaimo
Painted Turtle Guesthouse Hostel
Painted Turtle Guesthouse Nanaimo
Painted Turtle Guesthouse
Painted Turtle Guesthouse
Painted Turtle Hostel Nanaimo
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

Does Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (5-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, fishing and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours.

What's the area around Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) like?

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) is a short 1-minute drive from Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) and 3 minutes' walk from Nanaimo Museum.

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Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The property location is central to most activity points and easy to commute
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly and great central location. There was always a washroom available.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I had a great check in experience and enjoyed the kitchen/lounge space - thanks
Beth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice stay. The stuff is really friendly. The room is clean and the bathroom too.
Denise, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
Brody, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service
It was good, staffs were friendly and helpful . Overall service. Was okay
Rosemary, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

10/10 Exceptional

Parking was only issue, but they helped out , enjoyed meeting people from everywhere. Very helpful staff!
Sheila l, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property location is central to most of my activities. I am happy with it.
James, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Okay for the night. Kind of sketchy area of town.
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly reception, rooms and bathrooms are basic but clean.
Ludovica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, convenient and well priced
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feels like home away from home. Nice hostel.
Wendy, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A comfortable hostel with clean private room right in a central area of downtown Nanaimo. Waterfront and other sites of interest an easy short walk away.
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Paul is amazing, very nice man upon check -in!
Mikaela, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

I sayed 2 nights, I was able to sleep despite the loud music from the pub underneeth... staff was friendly aldough didn't say much. Rooms where ok but not outstanding. all in all I had a good stay.
Abby Joe, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly crew and very helpful and accommodating Thanks to all and the fellow travelers
luis, 8-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice place to by. Nice bar next door for a nice evening 😉
Roland, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Central location and cost. Friendly staff.
Lee, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The room heater is not work and no elevator and has to share bathroom which was not noticed at booking. The staff is not professional. The key is not easy to open the door. The location is excellent!
Jing, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super helpful staff. Friendly atmosphere.
ross, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Generally positive experience, front desk staff was very welcoming, and shared clear expectations on how everything worked. It was loud outside late into the evening, and was pretty hard to sleep until 1-2AM.
Steven, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Couldn't sleep cos the whole place stinks.... eww
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cheap and cheerful in Nanaimo
A great little hostel in the centre of Nanaimo. The staff - and here I give a shout out to Paul, the night manager - are incredibly helpful and accommodating. I would stay again!
Shannagh, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good private room
Penny, 1-night trip