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Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space | Premium bedding, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space | Premium bedding, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space | Premium bedding, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space | Premium bedding, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Overview of Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

1.5 star property
Hostel with bar/lounge, near Bastion
7.6 out of 10 Good
7.6/10 Good

164 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
Map
121 Bastion St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 3A2
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Bike rental
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Laundry facilities
  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Premium bedding

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 41 min walk
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 1 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 13 min drive
  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 49 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 81 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 22.5 miles/36.2 km

Restaurants

  • Gina's Mexican Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Old City Station Pub - 2 min walk
  • Queen's Hotel - 5 min walk
  • The Vault Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Mrs Riches Club Cafe - 5 min walk
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About this property

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) puts you just 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the airport and a 5-minute drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Masks available
Hand sanitizer provided
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 24 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - midnight
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
  • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (10 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Library

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 10

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 10.0 per stay

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Contactless check-out is available.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.

At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global).

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Painted Turtle Guesthouse Hostel Nanaimo
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Frequently asked questions

Does Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?
This property confirms that guests must provide documentation related to COVID-19 at check-in. Furthermore, disinfectant is used to clean the property, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, and social distancing measures are in place. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?
You can check in from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (5-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours.
What's the area around Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) like?
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) is a short 1-minute drive from Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) and 3 minutes' walk from Nanaimo Museum. Travelers say the area is central and good for shopping.

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.3/10

Cleanliness

8.3/10

Staff & service

7.5/10

Amenities

7.5/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.9/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

FYI: there is no free parking included as stated. There is a parkade nearby that's really cheap but you do still have to pay to park your car between the hours of 8am to 5pm on weekdays. Outside of that it is free. Other than that it was a clean, tidy and seemingly well maintained hostel. Room, bathroom and kitchen all seemed very clean.
John, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Donna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cheap and cheerful in Nanaimo
A great little hostel in the centre of Nanaimo. The staff - and here I give a shout out to Paul, the night manager - are incredibly helpful and accommodating. I would stay again!
Shannagh, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Connor, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Feels like home away from home. Nice hostel.
Wendy, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Clean and helpful staff, in a lively neighborhood..
Nafiseh, 13-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The location in downtown Nanaimo is excellent. Bathrooms were clean. Bedroom and linen were clean. Kitchen was well appointed. Showers were a little small.
Marian, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, convenient and well priced
David, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Super helpful staff. Friendly atmosphere.
ross, 2-night romance trip
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