Painted Turtle Guesthouse
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Painted Turtle Guesthouse
121 Bastion St, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9R 3A2, Canada
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Amenities
Public parking
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Tour/Ticket Service
Smoking Area
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Lockers Available
Concierge Service
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Property Description
When you stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) in Nanaimo, you'll be near the airport, just steps from Bastion and 3 minutes by foot from Nanaimo Museum. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old City Quarter and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Vancouver Island University.
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7.7/10
Cleanliness7.7
Amenities7.7
Location7.7
Service7.7
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Surroundings
Airport: Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport
(530m)
Airport: Nanaimo Airport
(18.8 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
5
Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space
1 bunk bed and 1 queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
City view
Towels
Microwave
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1
Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space
1 single bed and 1 queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
City view
Towels
Microwave
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8
Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space
1 queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Towels
Microwave
Desk
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5
Shared Dormitory, Women Only, Shared Bath
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
City view
Towels
Microwave
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5
Shared Dormitory, Men Only, Shared Bath
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Towels
Microwave
Cleaning tools
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Guest Reviews
7.7/10
Good
63 reviews
- Cleanliness7.7
- Amenities7.7
- Location7.7
- Service7.7
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Location: Has an excellent location, central to downtown, close to various places like food stores, parks, marinas, etc.
Stephen
August 13, 2025
Friendly staff, let me check in early. Great location, could use ac, and an in house coffee service, even if i had to pay.
Margareta
August 8, 2025
Comfortable bed and cosy warm bedding. Older but very clean facility. Well equipped communal kitchen with pleasant dining room.
Olive
August 5, 2025
I had a disappointing experience during our stay. The room had a strong, unpleasant smell.The beddings were also in poor condition — they looked old, felt dirty, and had a noticeable odor The towels provided were dirty—one even had blood and a hole in it, which was unacceptable. Overall, the cleanliness and condition of the room were poor. I wouldn’t recommend this hotel for families.
It would be better if the air conditioning or ventilation was improved.
Evelyn
August 13, 2025
Felt like staying at a youth hostel, brought back great memories! Huge common room with cooking area. Lots of private bathroom/showers. Found an excellent Mexican restaurant Gina’s walking distance. Close to ferry.
William
July 20, 2025
I think this is a great little place if you wanna stay a couple nights in Nanaimo, but don’t want to pay the big hotel prices.
I was accommodated for late check-in, which was very nice and I was even able to self check out. A parking area is right next to the hostel which is great. This hostel has everything you need to get by however, some of the amenities were out of service such as the oven and microwave when I was staying. There was also a door lock that was out of service, but you can make deal with the inconvenience. I’d suggest coming here if you are okay with being flexible and are not planning on staying inside most the day.
Would come back again!
Catherine
July 14, 2025
Economical. Clean. Spacious common area with comfortable furniture, tables, chairs, large communal kitchen, refrigerators, tea and coffee in the morning. Lots of books to read. Probably the nicest hostel I have ever stayed at. I felt safe and comfortable in this hostel.
Amanda
July 1, 2025
Avoid this place.
No pictures on the walls in the room. The walls, doors, flooring and furniture were dirty, stained, and full of holes and heavily damaged. The whole place had a very creap serial killer vibe. We felt very uncomfortable there making it difficult to rest and relax. Did not know when i booke it that this was a hostel with shared bathrooms and limited reception hours to check in. Location was fantastic.
Darcie
June 18, 2025
I lucked out during my stay since the roads around the Painted Turtle were closed due to construction. Arrive after 4:30pm and no noise!
Oh and the industrial size fan in my shared room was the best surprise EVER!!! :)
Services & Amenities
Most popular amenities
Public parking
Additional charge
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Tour/Ticket Service
Smoking Area
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Public parking
Additional charge
Front desk services
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Lockers Available
Concierge Service
Luggage Storage
Tour/Ticket Service
Languages spoken
English
Hindi
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
Food & drink
Lobby Bar
Health & wellness
Mountain Climbing
Off-site
Kayaking
Off-site
Mountain Biking
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Ziplining
Off-site
Rock Climbing
Off-site
Activities
Eco Tours
Off-site
Public areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Smoking Area
Shared Kitchen
Cleaning services
Clothes Dryer
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Safety & security
First-Aid Kit
Security Alarm
Smoke Detector
CCTV In Public Areas
Fire Extinguisher
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 16:00
Check-out: 07:00–11:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]10:00–20:00
The property will provide check-in details after booking
Child policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsA fixed amount of CAD 100.00 (approx. NZD 125.55) is charged.
Deposit Payment MethodsThis property accepts cash
Deposit RefundThe deposit will be returned to the original account of payment on the day of check-out.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 42
Phone:+1-250-7534432
When you stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) in Nanaimo, you'll be near the airport, just steps from Bastion and 3 minutes by foot from Nanaimo Museum. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old City Quarter and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Vancouver Island University.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Painted Turtle Guesthouse?
Check-in at Painted Turtle Guesthouse is from 16:00 and check-out is by 11:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Painted Turtle Guesthouse?
Are pets allowed at Painted Turtle Guesthouse?
No, pets are not allowed at Painted Turtle Guesthouse.Are pets allowed at Painted Turtle Guesthouse?
How much does it cost to stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse?
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Which airport is closest to Painted Turtle Guesthouse?
The nearest airport is Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport, just about 8 mins from hotel on foot (530m) away.Which airport is closest to Painted Turtle Guesthouse?
What is the cancellation policy for Painted Turtle Guesthouse?
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About This Property
| Nearest Airport | Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport |
|---|---|
| Distance to Airport | 0.53KM |
| Average Price From | NZD135 |
| Hotel Star Rating | 2 |