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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
Hostel in Nanaimo

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Living area
Living area
Exterior
Reception
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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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3 Bed Pod

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

4 Bed Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Fan
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 111 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

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Fan
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Kitchen island
Oven
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bunk Bed Double

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

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Fan
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Kitchen island
Oven
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Budget Double Room (2 bedrooms)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin 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 km
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sip Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Quarterway Pub - ‬4 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 volleyball and basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A vending machine, ATM/banking services and 1 meeting room
  • Barbecues, a TV in reception 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

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

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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