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Located in Port Alberni, Char's Landing Hostel provides a shared lounge. There's a sun terrace and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking. Some rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Port Alberni, like hiking. Nanaimo Harbor Water Airdrome Airport is 52 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
4 twin beds
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1 futon bed
1 twin bed
4 twin beds
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2 full beds
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2 futon beds
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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1 futon bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
9.1

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Melissa
    Canada Canada
    This place is extremely charming and retro. It is an old school hostel and you meet really interesting people there. The place is really clean and Char is such a lovely person. The upstairs venue is fabulous. You really feel like you have stepped...
  • Carolyn
    Canada Canada
    Loved that it is an old church! Char is a wonderful host! Helpful in every way.
  • John
    United States United States
    Char was a delightful, friendly hostess and the location was close to the ferry which we appreciated for our early morning excursion. Char was very pleasant and generous. Her hostel was stocked with shared goods. She also offered early check in...
  • Haedong
    South Korea South Korea
    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...
  • Emily
    United States United States
    It was a good safe place to sleep and had a clean shower
  • Mervin
    Canada Canada
    The location was great to explore the oldest part of the city. The parking lot was huge so it was easy to park my campervan
  • Susan
    Panama Panama
    Char’s Landing is a very comfortable place to stay. It’s a short walk from the harbor and the grocery store. Everything you might need for cooking is there and there’s a grocery store in easy walking distance. It’s a small hostel and feels very...
  • Sharon
    Canada Canada
    good wifi-parking-easy access-bigger room than I thought it would be, comfy beds and cozy living room. Lots of little extra's in communal kitchen including all coffee and fixings
  • Drew
    United States United States
    Char’s is a great hostel experience. Clean, convenient and friendly. It is in the middle of town and an easy walk to restaurants and stores.
  • Rebecca
    Canada Canada
    I liked the location. Liked the price. Liked the host. Other guests welcoming. Small town vibe.

Area info

Amenities of Char's Landing Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washing machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Char's Landing Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Char's Landing Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: 2102604

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