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Riding Fool Accommodation

Cumberland

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.

The staff at The Cumberland Riding Fool Hostel is knowledgeable about the surrounding area and maps are available for mountain biking trips. Gorgeous hostel, very clean, spacious and nicely decorated. Had everything we needed. Cute little guest garden where we sat and listened to a concert being hosted next door. Great community. Made me want to move in! I was really sad I only booked one night. Lots of interesting things to do around the place, amazing local trails, restaurants and a local museum. Highly recommend a visit to Cumberland and this hostel, it was one of my trip highlights.

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9.1
Superb
139 reviews
Price from
MYR 512
per night

Char's Landing Hostel

Port Alberni

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

The units at the hostel come with a seating area. At Char's Landing Hostel all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Port Alberni is a surprising nice city and Char’s Landing is very comfortable situated. The rooms are clean. The kitchen is great. The host is the best making your stay as comfortable as possible

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8.2
Very good
245 reviews
Price from
MYR 167
per night

C&N Backpackers - Ucluelet

Ucluelet

C&N Backpackers boasts views of Ucluelet Inlet.

The hostel has a spacious garden offering firepit, BBQ, lots of outdoor seating and a trail that runs down to the waterfront.

There is a large shared kitchen and lounge on the lowest floor. Great for socializing and big family meals. Great atmosphere, excellent staff. Really comfy space, LOVED the outdoor area.

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8.3
Very good
194 reviews
Price from
MYR 155
per night

North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd

Port Hardy

Storey’s Beach is a 2 minute walk from this hostel in Port Hardy. Dorm and private rooms are available and have shared bathroom facilities. An outdoor patio is enjoyed. Free WiFi is included.

A common living area with a full kitchen, TV, game room and library are available to all guests at the North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd. The hostel offers storage for bicycles and kayaks. 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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8.3
Very good
319 reviews
Price from
MYR 200
per night

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. It was quiet and clean, a very nice break from the usual chaos of staying away from home.

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8.5
Very good
13 reviews
Price from
MYR 415
per night

Ocean Island Inn | Backpackers | Suites 2 stars

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. very nice room, bed with curtain and nice storage! clean bathroom and It was really nice to get the free dinner with other ppl in the evening in the hostel :) would definitely stay again!!

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7.3
Good
2,080 reviews
Price from
MYR 202
per night

Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Nanaimo

An on-site launderette is featured at this Nanaimo accommodation. Free Wi-Fi is provided in all rooms. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal is 4km away.

Simply furnished, each room at Painted Turtle Guesthouse comes with shared bathroom facilities. Linen and towels are included. A fan is provided. Welcoming reception even though I arrived few hours before check in official. Allowed to go to my room as bed was ready. Also changed room on request to a larger room. Also able to store my luggage over night as I didn't want to bring it up stairs.

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6.9
Review score
559 reviews
Price from
MYR 276
per night

Whalers on the Point Guesthouse

Tofino

Featuring views of the Pacific Ocean and Clayoquot Sound, this property is 200 metres from Tofino town centre.

Wooden furnishings are offered in rooms at Whalers on the Point Guesthouse. A shared guest kitchen is provided to cook meals. Guests will have access to shared bathroom facilities. Suites have their own private bathroom. Beautiful view and friendly staff as hostels goes its great

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7.9
Good
93 reviews
Price from
MYR 922
per night

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