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Riding Fool Accommodation

Cumberland

Located in Cumberland, Riding Fool Accommodation features barbecue facilities. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set 19 km from Comox Ferry Terminal.

Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower, rooms at the hostel also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms come with a mountain view. Relaxed and friendly environment. Clean and well-organised.

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9.1
Wonderful
127 reviews

Bethlehem Centre

Nanaimo

Located in Nanaimo, 5.7 km from Nanaimo Museum, Bethlehem Centre provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 6.1 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park, the hostel with free WiFi is also 20 km away from Wildplay Element Park. The property is non-smoking and is situated 6 km from Nanaimo Bastion. Great location and very peaceful

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9
Wonderful
6 reviews
Price from
$69
per night

Char's Landing Hostel

Port Alberni

Set in Port Alberni, Char's Landing Hostel offers a shared lounge. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Port Alberni, like hiking. I was very happy to stay this hostel and I felt like staying home and I think the price is very nice in Canada(I have been travelling from Alaska to Argentina with bicycle so I have stayed some hostles in north America). The best thing is the host Char. She is nice and helpful. Thank you Char.

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8.4
Very Good
322 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

Whalers on the Point Guesthouse

Tofino

Located in Tofino, 1.3 km from Tonquin Beach, Whalers on the Point Guesthouse provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a tennis court. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured.

You can play billiards at the hostel, and the area is popular for cycling. Great location Nice, clean rooms Large, clean shared bathroom Beautiful view from common area Huge kitchen 10pm quiet time

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8.7
Excellent
137 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd

Port Hardy

North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd is offering accommodation in Port Hardy. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 10 km from Port Hardy Ferry Terminal. Anne the owner was very easy going and generous with helping us store our bikes/gear up until leaving for our ferry. Overall a very convenient experience. Room, community spaces, etc were all well stocked and clean. Thanks!

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8.2
Very Good
351 reviews

Ocean Island Inn | Backpackers | Suites

Downtown Victoria, Victoria

A refrigerator is available in the brightly decorated guest rooms at Ocean Island Inn | Backpackers | Suites. Most rooms offer access to a shared bathroom whilst some have a private bathroom. Towels are available for a deposit. It was quaint with a Euro feel. They served a free breakfast. They offer a late checkout which is preferable.

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7.6
Good
2,296 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Nanaimo

Set in Nanaimo and within 200 metres of Nanaimo Museum, Painted Turtle Guesthouse has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 1.6 km from Nanaimo Bastion, 1.7 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park and 12 km from Wildplay Element Park. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.

Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, some units at the hostel also have a city view. Very nice location and super clean. The bed is comfortable .

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7.4
Good
648 reviews
Price from
$41
per night

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