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Located in Nanaimo, 5.7 km from Nanaimo Museum, Bethlehem Centre provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 6.1 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park, the hostel with free WiFi is also 20 km away from Wildplay Element Park. The property is non-smoking and is situated 6 km from Nanaimo Bastion.

It was quiet and clean, a very nice break from the usual chaos of staying away from home.

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8.5
Very good
13 reviews
Price from
SAR 329
per night

An on-site launderette is featured at this Nanaimo accommodation. Free Wi-Fi is provided in all rooms. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal is 4km away.

Simply furnished, each room at Painted Turtle Guesthouse comes with shared bathroom facilities. Linen and towels are included. A fan is provided.

Location, staff, kitchen was nice

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6.9
Review score
555 reviews
Price from
SAR 220
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Nanaimo

  • Avg. price/night: SAR 903.70
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 235 reviews
    Large comfortable clean room. Great location.
    JANE
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 250 reviews
    Great location, close to some beautiful parks, great view of the harbor. Lovely little space with all the amenities. Bright with lots of windows and a beautiful landscaped front yard.
    Steven
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 586.32
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 568 reviews
    Very clean and quiet for an older place. We liked the suite. It was fully equipped with coffee and a fridge and micro. There was coffee, strong wifi and tv. Great location. We would stay again.
    evilmom
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 612.82
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 159 reviews
    A very warm welcome from helpful host. Very large and well appointed in great location. Highly recommend.
    Terry
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 378.66
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 555 reviews
    The property was in a good location by the harbour. It felt safe and was central to the shops and restaurants. The kitchen and common area was clean and gave off a very homely atmosphere. The staff were lovely and allowed an early check in. The check out process was also really simple and efficient. The bedding was clean and there was good laundry facilities on the premises.
    Ashtyn
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 598.54
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,697 reviews
    Great location, excellent staff and service, very friendly. Property very clean.
    Gerard
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 598.54
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,697 reviews
    As always, I feel safe and in the most comfortable of environment. I always stay hear for medical trips to Nanaimo.
    Christine
    Group
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews
    Great location! Lovely, spacious, great amenities. Cool decor and nice kitchen living space, great for groups!
    Maxwell
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 378.66
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 555 reviews
    it's a hostel. clean, quiet, safe and comfortable. I rebooked this place on my return trip after staying there the first time.
    Clarke
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 442.30
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 841 reviews
    Great location, in a safer part of town. Very close to the ferry, pretty clean and great value for the money. Keycode entry makes checking in and out a breeze Recently renovated and it shows! Without knowing what's on the other side of your door(the roadway), you could think you're in a 4 star hotel! We will definitely choose this motel for our next stay in Nanaimo!
    Paul
    Young couple