Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Most popular facilities

Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Free self parking
Laundry facilities
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Wheelchair accessible – no

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bath

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bath

Sleeps 1

Room information

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Overlooking the sea (partial)


Internet - Free WiFi

Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, rice cooker, and shared/communal kitchen access

Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

Bathroom - 8 bathrooms, towels, and a shower

Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request)

Comfort - Climate-controlled heating

Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available

Non-Smoking

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bath

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bath

Sleeps 1

Room information

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Overlooking the city


Internet - Free WiFi

Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, rice cooker, and shared/communal kitchen access

Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

Bathroom - 8 bathrooms, towels, and a shower

Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request)

Comfort - Climate-controlled heating

Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available

Non-Smoking

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

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

Sleeps 2

Room information

1 Queen Bed

Overlooking the ocean (partial)


Internet - Free WiFi

Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, rice cooker, and shared/communal kitchen access

Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

Bathroom - 8 bathrooms, towels, and a shower

Practical - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)

Comfort - Climate-controlled heating

Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available

Non-Smoking

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Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

Sleeps 4

Room information

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Overlooking the city


Internet - Free WiFi

Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, rice cooker, and shared/communal kitchen access

Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

Bathroom - 8 bathrooms, towels, and a shower

Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request)

Comfort - Climate-controlled heating

Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available

Non-Smoking

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Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

Sleeps 3

Room information

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Overlooking the city


Internet - Free WiFi

Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, rice cooker, and shared/communal kitchen access

Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

Bathroom - 8 bathrooms, towels, and a shower

Comfort - Climate-controlled heating

Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available

Non-Smoking

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Getting there

Check-in time
From 16:00
Check-out time
Until 11:00
Property LocationWhen you stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) in Nanaimo, you'll be near the airport, just steps from Bastion and 3 minutes by foot from Nanaimo Museum. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old City Quarter and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Vancouver Island University.RoomsMake yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.AmenitiesTake advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.DiningQuench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.Business, Other AmenitiesFeatured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.AttractionsDistances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Bastion - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nanaimo Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Old City Quarter - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Casino Nanaimo - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Petroglyph Park - 1.5 km / 1 mi
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Protection Island - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Vancouver Island University - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park - 3.8 km / 2.3 mi
Beach Estates Park - 3.8 km / 2.3 mi
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Brechin Lanes - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Departure Bay Beach - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Frank Crane Arena - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14.2 km / 8.9 mi
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 101.2 km / 62.9 mi
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 55.9 km / 34.7 mi
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 58 km / 36 mi
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
121 Bastion St, Nanaimo BC Canada
  • 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 and cash
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
  • Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between midnight and 2:00 AM
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Bed Types are requests only and may not be honoured at the hotel if availability does not permit.
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