The Four Points By Sheraton Victoria Gateway is situated 11 kilometres outside Victoria's city centre, offering a peaceful retreat from the city's bustle while still being easily accessible to its attractions. This 3-star hotel is a great option for travellers looking for a comfortable and convenient stay. The hotel features a range of amenities and facilities to ensure a relaxing and enjoyable stay. Guests can unwind in the sauna, steam room, fitness centre, indoor pool, or bowling alley, or take advantage of the business centre, conference rooms, and event facilities.
Vancouver Island
06/10 – 10/10
SG$727/nighttotal: SG$2908 (4 )
2bdrm-kitchenette-bbq-smart Tv-4-5guest
2 2
hostel , Vancouver
This West Vancouver lodging, offering the '2bdrm-kitchenette-bbq-smart Tv-4-5guest' package, is situated 4.8 kilometres from the Capilano Suspension Bridge and 6.3 kilometres from Stanley Park, providing a peaceful base away from the city centre. This 93 square metre property features one bedroom and one bathroom, accommodating up to five guests with amenities including air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave oven, and dishwasher, plus garden views and barbecue facilities.
8.5 267 reviews
Vancouver Island
28/06 – 29/06
SG$132/nightfor 1 night
North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd
1 2
hostel , Port Hardy
The North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd. hostel is located in Port Hardy, just 0.2 kilometres from Story’s Beach and 0.17 kilometres from the Port Hardy Museum, making it a great base for exploring the town and surrounding area. The hostel receives very good ratings for cleanliness, user experience and location. The hostel features a communal living area with a full kitchen, TV, game room, and library, perfect for socialising and relaxing. Guests can enjoy the fresh air and stunning views from the outdoor patio, and the hostel offers storage for bicycles and kayaks, catering to guests who enjoy exploring the area's outdoor attractions.
8.5 4450 reviews
Vancouver Island
11/09 – 14/09
SG$155/nighttotal: SG$465 (3 )
Hi Vancouver Jericho Beach - Hostel
1 2
hostel , Vancouver
Hi Vancouver Jericho Beach - Hostel is situated just a four-minute walk from Jericho Beach Park on Vancouver's West Side, offering easy access to the sandy shores and stunning ocean views. The hostel has received very good ratings for its location and overall experience, as well as a good rating for cleanliness. The hostel offers a range of shared rooms and select private rooms, all featuring backpack-size lockers. Guests can enjoy a communal dining area with kitchen facilities, a lounge, games room, and television room, as well as a restaurant serving international cuisine and a bar with local beers on tap. There is also a garden, fitness centre, tennis court, and parking available.
8.4 391 reviews
Vancouver Island
09/08 – 15/08
SG$212/nighttotal: SG$1272 (6 )
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
2 4
hostel , Nanaimo
Vancouver Island University Residences – Campus Accommodation offers a convenient base in Nanaimo, situated within a 10-minute walk of Vancouver Island University and the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, and less than 5 kilometres from the Old City Quarter and Nanaimo Museum. This student residence provides essential amenities including free Wi-Fi in common areas, a communal microwave and television, on-site laundry facilities, and barbecue and picnic areas, with a meeting room available for groups.
8.7 270 reviews
Vancouver Island
06/09 – 19/09
SG$52/nighttotal: SG$676 (13 )
C&n Backpackers - Ucluelet
1 1
hostel , Ucluelet
C&n Backpackers - Ucluelet is conveniently situated just a short walk from the Wild Pacific Trail and a 15-minute drive from Pacific Rim National Park, offering easy access to Ucluelet's stunning natural beauty. This hostel has received consistently high ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The hostel features a spacious communal kitchen and lounge area on the lower floor, ideal for socialising and enjoying meals together. Guests can relax and enjoy the expansive garden with a fire pit, BBQ, and ample seating, or explore the Wild Pacific Trail and the nearby Pacific Rim National Park, offering hiking trails, beaches, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Vancouver Island
12/07 – 19/07
SG$418/nighttotal: SG$2926 (7 )
The Guesthouse Vancouver Downtown
1 2
hostel , Vancouver
The Guesthouse Vancouver Downtown offers a central Vancouver location, just 550 metres from Sunset Beach and Pacific Centre Mall, with the Vancouver Art Gallery and Granville SkyTrain Station a short walk away. This budget accommodation provides air-conditioned rooms with city views, free WiFi, shared kitchen facilities, and allows pets, with luggage storage available for guests exploring activities like ice skating and boating nearby.
8.7 619 reviews
Vancouver Island
26/06 – 28/06
SG$265/nighttotal: SG$530 (2 )
Whalers Guesthouse
1 2
hostel , Tofino
Whalers On The Point Guesthouse is located in Tofino town centre, just a short walk from the Pacific Ocean and Clayoquot Sound, with Tonquin Beach Trail nearby and Chesterman Beach a short drive away. This guesthouse has received very good user ratings, with excellent scores for location and cleanliness. The guesthouse offers a range of rooms, including private suites, and features a shared kitchen, games room, and laundry facilities. Guests can enjoy stunning ocean views from the terrace, relax in the garden, or work out in the fitness centre.
8.5 93 reviews
Vancouver Island
31/07 – 02/08
SG$107/nighttotal: SG$214 (2 )
Vancouver Island Residences
2 2
hostel , Nanaimo
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation is located in Nanaimo, within a 10-minute walk of Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and a short drive from the Old City Quarter and Nanaimo Museum. This student accommodation is rated highly by guests and offers a convenient and affordable option for travellers visiting the city. The residence features a range of facilities, including a kitchen with a fridge, microwave, and dishwasher, a garden, a restaurant, a fitness centre, and parking. Guests can also enjoy free Wi-Fi in public areas, a picnic area, and a meeting room.
8.5 1650 reviews
Vancouver Island
12/07 – 19/07
SG$192/nighttotal: SG$1344 (7 )
Pacific Spirit Hostel
1 2
hostel , Vancouver
Pacific Spirit Hostel, situated on the University of British Columbia campus in Vancouver, is 13 kilometres from the city centre, a 7-minute walk from the UBC Museum of Anthropology and close to the Nitobe Memorial Garden. This budget-friendly lodging offers single rooms with an 8-square-metre floor area, including a work desk, free Wi-Fi, and access to a shared lounge, kitchen facilities (fridge and microwave), and on-site parking; guests can enjoy the hostel's garden.
8.8 667 reviews
Vancouver Island
21/08 – 27/08
SG$167/nighttotal: SG$1002 (6 )
Char's Landing Hostel
1 4
hostel , Port Alberni
Char's Landing Hostel is situated in Port Alberni, a short distance from the city centre and close to popular hiking trails. It boasts very good user, location, and cleanliness ratings, making it a great option for travellers seeking a comfortable and well-maintained stay. The hostel offers a range of facilities for guests to enjoy, including a shared lounge, a sun terrace, and a garden. You can also benefit from free private parking, free WiFi, and a kitchen equipped with a fridge, freezer, and microwave.
8.2 942 reviews
Vancouver Island
01/09 – 30/09
SG$263/nighttotal: SG$7627 (29 )
Panda Pod Hotel
1 2
hostel , Vancouver
The Panda Pod Hotel is located in central Richmond, just 2.4 kilometres from Aberdeen Skytrain Station and 4.2 kilometres from Bridgeport Skytrain Station. It is a 3-star hotel with very good user ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hotel offers compact accommodation with a floor area of 2 square metres, featuring a private bathroom and a desk with a coffee machine. Guests can enjoy amenities such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a shared lounge, and a 24-hour front desk with concierge service.
Best Vancouver Island hostels with breakfast included
Among the 46 accommodations in Vancouver Island, here are the 2 best hostels with breakfast included
8.7 5725 reviews
Vancouver Island
11/07 – 12/07
SG$107/nightfor 1 night
Hi Vancouver Downtown - Hostel
1 1
hostel , Vancouver
Hi Vancouver Downtown - Hostel is situated in the heart of downtown Vancouver, just a short walk from Sunset Beach and Robson Street, putting you right in the middle of the city's action. It's received very good ratings for cleanliness and location, making it a great choice for travellers looking for a convenient and comfortable stay. The hostel offers a range of shared rooms with shared bathroom facilities, a common kitchen for preparing meals, and a guest lounge, games room, and library for relaxing and socialising. You can also enjoy stunning city views from the rooftop patio, take advantage of the free Wi-Fi, and explore the surrounding area with ease.
8.8 13435 reviews
Vancouver Island
26/12 – 31/12
SG$904/nighttotal: SG$4520 (5 )
Samesun Vancouver
4 9
hostel , Vancouver
Samesun Vancouver hostel is situated near Gastown, approximately 1.6km from Granville Island and 2.4km from Stanley Park. This Vancouver lodging offers shared and private rooms, a Beaver Taphouse restaurant and lounge, complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and a kitchen; plus a ticket service desk offering discounts on Vancouver Canucks games.
Best Vancouver Island hostels with a locker
Vancouver Island
06/10 – 10/10
SG$416/nighttotal: SG$1664 (4 )
Roche Harbor Resort
1 2
hostel , Friday Harbor
Roche Harbor Resort enjoys a central Friday Harbor location, offering easy walking access to local attractions and is a short drive from the San Juan Islands Sculpture Park, Wescott Bay, and Posey Island State Park. This hotel boasts a spa, outdoor pool, and free Wi-Fi, plus offers a complimentary resort transfer service, ATM access and a picnic area; parking is available for guests.
9.4 263 reviews
Vancouver Island
28/06 – 29/06
SG$142/nightfor 1 night
Riding Fool Accommodation
1 2
hostel , Cumberland
The Riding Fool Accommodation is a hostel in Cumberland, Vancouver Island, just 22 miles from the mountain biking trails at Mount Washington and 5.6 miles from the oceanfront city of Courtenay. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. The hostel is housed in a restored heritage building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen, a cafe, a common room with a woodstove and a billiards table, as well as a swimming pool, a terrace, a garden and a fitness centre.
Vancouver Island
15/07 – 17/07
SG$381/nighttotal: SG$762 (2 )
Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
1 2
hostel , Sechelt
The Rockwater Secret Cove Resort in Sechelt is located in Halfmoon Bay, 6 kilometres from the city centre, with nearby attractions including the Museum of Anthropology, Capilano Suspension Bridge, and Stanley Park. This resort offers a swimming pool, spa, restaurant, fitness centre, and room service, with Wi-Fi and parking provided, and is suitable for travellers seeking accommodation in Sechelt.
9.4 110 reviews
Vancouver Island
05/09 – 07/09
SG$141/nighttotal: SG$282 (2 )
Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge
1 2
hostel , Roberts Creek
Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge is situated near the beach in Roberts Creek, just 2.5 miles from Mount Elphinstone Provincial Park and within easy reach of other local attractions. This hostel has been awarded an excellent rating by guests, highlighting its welcoming atmosphere and comfortable accommodation. The lodge offers a shared kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator, perfect for preparing meals. Guests can enjoy the garden, terrace, and fitness centre, along with free Wi-Fi, parking, and bicycle use.
Frequently asked questions about hostels in Vancouver Island
What are the most affordable attractions for backpackers to visit on Vancouver Island?
For budget-conscious travellers, Vancouver Island offers plenty. Hiking the numerous trails in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is free, offering stunning coastal scenery. Exploring the beaches, like Cox Bay or Long Beach, is also free and provides opportunities for surfing or simply relaxing. Many of the smaller towns, like Tofino and Ucluelet, have free walking tours that showcase their charm. Free activities abound – exploring tide pools, visiting local farmers' markets, and enjoying picnics in parks are all excellent, low-cost options.
What are some unmissable, lesser-known spots on Vancouver Island?
While Victoria and Tofino are popular, consider exploring Cathedral Grove on Vancouver Island, a magical old-growth forest with towering Douglas firs. Another hidden gem is the Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park, offering fascinating underground exploration. For a quieter beach experience, head to Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park, known for its expansive sandy shores. The Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park is a beautiful, less crowded alternative to some of the more well-known waterfalls.
What are the best hostels with a pool in Vancouver Island?
What are the best nightlife spots on Vancouver Island?
Victoria offers the most vibrant nightlife. Check out pubs like Irish Times Pub or The Mint for live music and a lively atmosphere. In smaller towns, the nightlife is generally more relaxed, often centering around pubs with a more local feel. Tofino's nightlife tends to be more laid-back, with a focus on enjoying the outdoors and smaller, more intimate venues.
What are the best hostels for families and kids in Vancouver Island?
What’s the ideal length of stay to get a full experience of Vancouver Island?
A week allows for a good overview, but two weeks or more would be ideal to explore the island's diverse regions thoroughly. A shorter trip might focus on a specific area, such as the Pacific Rim or Victoria and its surroundings.
What are the best pet friendly hostels in Vancouver Island?
Does Vancouver Island offer any iconic natural events?
Whale watching is a popular activity, with various tour operators offering trips to see orcas, grey whales, and humpback whales. The best time for whale watching varies depending on the species, but generally runs from spring to autumn. The salmon runs in the rivers are also a spectacular natural event, typically occurring in autumn.
What are the best hostels with parking in Vancouver Island?
Are there special cultural workshops or experiences to explore on Vancouver Island?
Yes, several First Nations communities on Vancouver Island offer cultural tours and workshops. These provide opportunities to learn about their traditions, art, and history. It's advisable to book these experiences in advance and be respectful of local customs.
How can you dive deeper into the culture and connect with locals on Vancouver Island?
Visiting local farmers' markets is a great way to interact with people and sample regional produce. Staying in smaller towns or bed and breakfasts provides more opportunities for interaction with residents. Participating in community events or taking guided tours led by local experts can also enhance cultural understanding.
Which restaurants and bars on Vancouver Island offer the best local cuisine?
Many restaurants across Vancouver Island showcase locally sourced ingredients. In Victoria, 10 Acres Bistro is known for its farm-to-table cuisine. In Tofino, you'll find numerous restaurants featuring fresh seafood. Exploring smaller towns will reveal unique eateries highlighting local specialties. Checking local reviews can help you find places that suit your taste.
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Best Vancouver Island hostels with air conditioning
8.3 1038 reviews
Vancouver Island
11/07 – 12/07
SG$241/nightfor 1 night
Silverstone Downtown Center Long-stay Home In Vancouver
1 1
hostel , Vancouver
This Vancouver city centre flat is conveniently located near Granville and Waterfront SkyTrain stations, less than 1.6km from Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base. The one-bedroom apartment offers a fully equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a private balcony, and access to a fitness centre; it sleeps two guests and is within easy reach of Granville Island Market and Stanley Park.
Best Vancouver Island hostels with laundry available
8.9 3241 reviews
Vancouver Island
27/06 – 29/06
SG$390/nighttotal: SG$780 (2 )
Squamish Adventure Inn
1 4
hostel , Squamish
The Squamish Adventure Inn is conveniently located just off the Sea-to-Sky Highway, an 8-minute walk from Squamish's downtown shops and restaurants, and within easy reach of Stawamus Chief Provincial Park and the Sea to Sky Gondola. The hostel consistently receives excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The inn offers a range of accommodation options, from private rooms with ensuite bathrooms to shared dormitories. Guests can enjoy a self-catered kitchen, outdoor garden and patios, a fitness centre, free parking, and laundry facilities.
8.1 2152 reviews
Vancouver Island
30/07 – 31/07
SG$148/nightfor 1 night
Painted Turtle Guesthouse
1 2
hostel , Nanaimo
The Painted Turtle Guesthouse is conveniently located in central Nanaimo, a 2-minute walk from the Nanaimo Museum and 1.9km from Nanaimo Bastion, offering easy access to key attractions. This family-friendly guesthouse provides a shared lounge, kitchen with fridge, freezer and microwave, plus a fitness centre, bar and restaurant, all within a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom property.