Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Property class: 1.5
Hostel with bar/lounge, near Bastion

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Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Bastion and Nanaimo Museum. 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. Also, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Old City Quarter are just a 5-minute drive away.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
$89
The current price is $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30

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A single bed with a wooden frame, white bedding, and a plain wall.

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bath

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A single bed with a wooden frame, white bedding, and a plain wall.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a rolled towel on the bed, a nightstand with a lamp and a tissue box, and a framed picture on the wall.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a single bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser with a mirror, and a door with a coat rack.

Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, a small plant, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, Shared Bath, Shared Living Space

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
121 Bastion St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 3A2

What's nearby

  • Bastion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Vancouver Island Conference Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old City Quarter - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

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) - 57 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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Noodlebox - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Old City Station Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Vault - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

  • Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Bastion and Nanaimo Museum. 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. Also, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Old City Quarter are just a 5-minute drive away.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 24 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

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Reviews

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

The hostel is very cute and clean, with colorful paintings and murals, and the staff very helpful and friendly. Strongly recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a really cute place. Everything was so clean, the kitchen was a great space.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is not the hostel you’re dreading to book for economic reasons. It was such a pleasant stay, the amenities are ample, the gentleman downstairs is super helpful and kind. I would absolutely stay here again.
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Value for your money. John the owner is a great guy. Accomodating and friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good location reasonable pricing clean
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8/10 Very good

Great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Sorry can't remember name but host was very friendly and helpful. Great place to stay.
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8/10 Very good

I had a great check in experience and enjoyed the kitchen/lounge space - thanks
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10/10 Exceptional

John the steward of the place was great. He's helpful and helped us check in no problem.
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10/10 Exceptional

The property location is central to most activity points and easy to commute
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10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly and great central location. There was always a washroom available.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice stay. The stuff is really friendly. The room is clean and the bathroom too.
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8/10 Very good

Central location and cost. Friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very kind and accommodating. The bed was very clean and comfortable. I had wonderful roommates and the main area kitchen was user friendly and the people were very nice. Mu new Nanaimo place to stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Parking was only issue, but they helped out , enjoyed meeting people from everywhere. Very helpful staff!
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service

It was good, staffs were friendly and helpful . Overall service. Was okay
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10/10 Exceptional

Our grandson recently visited, and we were fortunate to secure a room for him at Painted Turtle. The staff were exceptionally kind and attentive, making him feel welcome and comfortable. His room was clean, warm, and quiet, and the establishment felt very safe, giving us peace of mind knowing he was in a great place. If you’re looking for a wonderful place to stay, both our grandson and we highly recommend Painted Turtle.
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8/10 Very good

The property location is central to most of my activities. I am happy with it.
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4/10 Fair

The staff was very kind and friendly but the room condition was not recommendable.
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10/10 Exceptional

We arrived late (10:50pm). The night clerk was friendly and efficient with the check in. The room and bathroom facilities were simple yet clean and comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

Even its outdated, it is very clean , well maintained by Paul and staff, walkable to restaurant, the harbour, shopping mall, very convenient and reasonable price. The customer service are excellent. Show us the easy way to get to Departure Bay bus depot by bus. Thank you Paul for the warmest accommodations.
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10/10 Exceptional

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!!! :)
Shared room with two bunk beds
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8/10 Very good

Generally positive experience, front desk staff was very welcoming, and shared clear expectations on how everything worked. It was loud outside late into the evening, and was pretty hard to sleep until 1-2AM.
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6/10 Good

kitchen & living room are big. kitchen stove is not very clean. Room & toilet is clean. some bath room without hook to hang clothes when you take shower.
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8/10 Very good

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!