Offering mountain bike storage and an on-site bike shop, this restored heritage hostel is located in Cumberland, on Vancouver Island. It is 35 km from the biking trails at Mount Washington. Each room at Riding Fool Accommodation has Wi-Fi and a shared bathroom. Linens are provided. Guests can cook in the common kitchen or grab a coffee in the on-site cafe. The common room have a woodstove and a billiards table. The staff at The Cumberland Riding Fool Hostel is knowledgeable about the surrounding area and maps are available for mountain biking trips. The oceanfront city of Courtenay is 9 km away from The Riding Fool. Comox Lake is 20 minutes away by bicycle.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
5 single beds
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Cumberland
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Eva
    Germany Germany
    Kitchen was good equipped, rooms had everything we needed, bathrooms were clean and not busy.
  • Alan
    Canada Canada
    Really well equipped kitchen, cozy common room with board games and pool table, secure bike storage, right next to the trails and close to the brewery and restaurants.
  • Elodie
    Canada Canada
    Staying at Riding Fools feels like being at home away from home! Perfect for work trips or for vacations. Welcoming and charming, I wasn’t disappointed by my second stay. Can’t wait to come back.

Property surroundings

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Facilities of Riding Fool Accommodation
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Skiing
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Riding Fool Accommodation takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.

Please note that all special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Guests with children older than 5 years of age are asked to contact the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

License number: 0000058

FAQs about Riding Fool Accommodation

  • The prices at Riding Fool Accommodation may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Riding Fool Accommodation is 150 yards from the centre of Cumberland. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Riding Fool Accommodation offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Skiing
    • Games room
    • Darts
  • Yes, Riding Fool Accommodation is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Riding Fool Accommodation is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.