10/10 Exceptional
Iit was a reasonable price for me to stay . Very convenient location too.
Diego
Diego, 2-night trip
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel
Hostel with bar/lounge, near Chinatown
Near Chinatown, Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel offers a cozy retreat with free self-serve breakfast, laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. The friendly staff has won over guests with helpful service; enjoy the laid-back vibe at the bar or explore nearby Royal BC Museum.
Very good
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Free WiFi
- Bar
- Laundry facilities
- 24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Self parking
- Bar/lounge
- 24-hour front desk
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Library
- Communal living room
- ATM/banking services
- Vending machine
- Microwave in a common area
- Refrigerator in a common area
- Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (4)
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Refrigerator
- Laundry facilities
- Self parking (surcharge)
CA $78
CA $91 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Room options
Check availability for these dates
Showing 12 of 12 rooms
Queen Room with Private Bathroom
Exceptional
Highlights
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
- 12 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Micro Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Very good
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel crib
- 6 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Double Bed
Small Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Very good
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
- 6 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Very good
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
- 9 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Good
Highlights
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
- 6 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Small Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)
Very good
Highlights
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
- 8 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Small Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
Good
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
- 8 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Bed in Deluxe Mixed Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)
Excellent
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel crib
- 16 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Bed in Female Deluxe Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)
Good
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel crib
- 16 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Bunk Bed in Mixed Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)
Good
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel crib
- 16 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Bunk Bed in Male Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)
Wonderful
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel crib
- 16 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
Micro Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)
Good
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel crib
- 6 sq m
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Double Bed
Similar properties
Island Travel Inn
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
1,001 reviews
CA $94
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Arbutus Inn
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- 24/7 front desk
Excellent
1,658 reviews
CA $73
CA $86 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport
- Pet friendly
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
Very good
2,007 reviews
CA $139
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Bedford Regency Hotel
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- 24/7 front desk
Good
1,444 reviews
CA $114
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Red Lion Inn and Suites
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
Excellent
3,491 reviews
CA $105
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Robin Hood Inn & Suites
- Free breakfast
- Pet friendly
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
Wonderful
1,678 reviews
CA $86
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown
- Pool
- Pet friendly
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
Very good
1,026 reviews
CA $99
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Quality Inn Downtown Inner Harbour
- Pool
- Pet friendly
- Parking available
- Free WiFi
Very good
1,004 reviews
CA $111
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Accent Inns Victoria
- Pet friendly
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
CA $159
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Sandman Hotel Victoria
- Pool
- Pet friendly
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
Very good
1,008 reviews
CA $149
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
About the area
791 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC, V8W 1N9
About this property
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel
At Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free self-serve breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. The helpful staff and breakfast get good marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
Property amenities
Room amenities
Frequently asked questions
Have a question?
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel Reviews
Very good
7.8
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.4
Eco-friendliness
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Free breakfast was a great perk, with fresh, varied, and delicious meals served daily. (26 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
Service staffRoomLocationBathroomDowntownBreakfastBreakfastFoodAmbienceCleanliness10/10 Exceptional
Everything was just perfect! Thank to amazing staff ❤️
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The people were nice
Hoda
Hoda, 21-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nice staff. easy access to downtown amenities.
Roann
Roann, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location, friendly staff, room was clean and we appreciated the healthy supper.
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Awesome location and breakfast. Lots of homeless people right in front of hostel. They don’t bother anyone but it’s just sad to look at.
EWELINA
EWELINA, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great cheap place to stay with free food and drinks!
mariela
mariela, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
place is very clean, includes breakfast and a beer great location in downtown. needs little bit more friendliness of the staff. and place is old so everything cracks, not very good night of sleep,
Erika
Erika, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. But my neighbour snored and did not make for a good sleep.
The venue was excellent, very hospitable and generous.
Thanks, J
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent location. Fabulous staff. Lots included in the price. Well worth it.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great customer base, good food, safe, clean. Excellent!
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great stay
Never stayed at a hostel before, was a bit skeptical, but loved it, I really liked the atmosphere, met some great people, the staff were amazing, it was a great vibe all around, I would stay again, highly recommend
ALLAN
ALLAN, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good service
Aaron
Aaron, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Great little hostel. Friendly staff. Old building so can be a little loud street noise wise. Great location, very walkable. My go to when I’m in Victoria.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Ok for cheap last minute overnight stay and friendly staff on arrival. The whole building stinks absolutely awful like toilets and stale piss. The bed in private room was very uncomfortable and flat hard pillow. You have to pay for towels and there’s no other way to dry your hands in bathroom without paying for a towel. Downstairs area and Kitchen and dining area is very dark. Free breakfast provided but no fresh milk for coffee - only powdered.
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staff was extremely helpful and accommodating. Stay was really cheap, especially given its downtown location. Road is noisy, but they provide ear plugs for free.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
It's a backpacker hostel, and pretty much what I expected.
Excellent staff, all the amenities you would need, all the guests friendly and respectful.
If you're on a budget and don't mind sharing a room, then this is ideal.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
A unique and cool place to spend a few nights. Fun food for breakfast and dinner.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great place, though the surrounding neighborhood is filled with homeless and addiction. But the hotel itself was safe and great
Adam
Adam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
I liked the fact that it was so well located in Victoria. The property was very basic but clean. Will definitely stay again. Some people may dislike the homeless in the area, but this is common in cities throughout the world. If you want to see as little of that as possible, I recommend when leaving the property turn left and walk down to Douglas or Government St. (ideal) to get on your way downtown.
Christopher
Christopher, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
It was good staying in your Hotel. Great experience and good service especially free meals and drinks. Looking forward to come back again in the future
Sisouck
Sisouck, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Convenient location. Good deal.
Rei
Rei, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good space single room. Helpful front desk staff. Positive vibe and experience for older solo female traveller.
Gabrielle
Gabrielle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
best place I stay on the island
Jimmy
Jimmy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely room with high ceiling, very clean.
Marcus
Marcus, 2-night trip
Most popular destinations
Hotels
Accent Inns VictoriaJames Bay Inn Hotel & SuitesHotel Grand PacificHelms InnInn at Laurel Point Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe ResortComfort Inn and Suites VictoriaCoast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA
Royal Scot Hotel & SuitesHuntingdon Hotel and SuitesEmbassy InnDashwood Manor Seaside Bed & BreakfastFairways Hotel on the MountainSpinnakers Brewpub & GuesthousesDays Inn by Wyndham Victoria UptownAmethyst Inn at Regents Park