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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
Hostel in Nanaimo

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Reception
Living area
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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation offers an active vibe with beach volleyball and basketball onsite. Relax in the lobby by the TV, use laundry facilities, or connect to free WiFi while enjoying barbecue grills and a vending machine.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Bunk Bed Double

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Kitchen island
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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4 Bed Apartment | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

4 Bed Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Fan
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1194 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Large Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Separate bedroom
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Kitchen island
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

3 Bed Pod

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
  • 355 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Basic Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Basic Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

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4 University Crescent, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6C5

What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪VIUSU Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wa-Ku Japanese Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jalapenos - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Hostel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation provides laundry facilities and more. Enjoy on-site activities, such as beach volleyball and basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A TV in reception, 1 meeting room and ATM/banking services
  • Barbecues, a vending machine and smoke-free property
Room features
All 386 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Ovens, toasters and cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, portable fans and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 11:30 PM) and Friday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 4:30 AM)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [B4 - Cedar Center]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 18 August 2025 to 22 August 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Vancouver Island University Residences
Vancouver Island University Residences Hostel
Vancouver Island University Residences Hostel Nanaimo
Vancouver Island University Residences Nanaimo
Vancouver University Resinces
Vancouver Island University Residences

Frequently asked questions

Is Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. Old City Quarter and Nanaimo Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 388 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best affordable overnight stay in Nanaimo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable stay and very clean. Kitchen area also available plus tv room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eurielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good price, shared bathroom but private room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Clark

Liked: Amenities
Central, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Xinxin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the spacious kitchen ！
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked how clean it was
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Gorgeous site!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quality for the Price and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

King Lok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great low-cost option
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice stay, only stayed to sleep so didnt see much
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cez

Liked: Amenities
It’s very clean we appreciate the 4 rooms in 1 apartment good for group visits. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Marek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Comfortable and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a university setting it was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, wish you had breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Monika

Good value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Great budget choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Behzad

Room was very small
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spot, it’s not extravagant but it’s very good for the price point. Plenty of room to cook in common areas, bathroom shared with one other room, decently comfy bunk beds. Thanks VIU!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was all good. We enjoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
room was fine.no problems.good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t tell your friends or this great little secret will become too popular!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a very affordable dorm for the charming tourist town of Nanaimo. It was quiet and convenient. The shared kitchen had two nice microwaves. The washers and dryer’s looked newer. We enjoyed our one night stay. Was a little surprised by the security deposit of around $200, but perhaps this is a general university dorm policy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025