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Riding Fool Accommodation

Cumberland

Offering mountain bike storage and an on-site bike shop, this restored heritage hostel is located in Cumberland, on Vancouver Island. It is 35 km from the biking trails at Mount Washington.

The staff at The Cumberland Riding Fool Hostel is knowledgeable about the surrounding area and maps are available for mountain biking trips. Relaxed and friendly environment. Clean and well-organised.

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9.1
Wonderful
138 reviews
Price from
$79
per night

Char's Landing Hostel

Port Alberni

Set in Port Alberni, Char's Landing Hostel features a shared lounge. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The units at the hostel come with a seating area. At Char's Landing Hostel all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Brilliant option for groups, lots of different rooms available. Very comfortable and well located.

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8.2
Very Good
244 reviews
Price from
$31
per night

C&N Backpackers - Ucluelet

Ucluelet

C&N Backpackers boasts views of Ucluelet Inlet.

The hostel has a spacious garden offering firepit, BBQ, lots of outdoor seating and a trail that runs down to the waterfront.

There is a large shared kitchen and lounge on the lowest floor. Great for socializing and big family meals. Awesome Awesome Awesome best place ever

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8.3
Very Good
188 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd

Port Hardy

Storey’s Beach is a 2 minute walk from this hostel in Port Hardy. Dorm and private rooms are available and have shared bathroom facilities. An outdoor patio is enjoyed. Free WiFi is included.

A common living area with a full kitchen, TV, game room and library are available to all guests at the North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd. The hostel offers storage for bicycles and kayaks. Anne the owner was very easy going and generous with helping us store our bikes/gear up until leaving for our ferry. Overall a very convenient experience. Room, community spaces, etc were all well stocked and clean. Thanks!

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8.3
Very Good
316 reviews
Price from
$37
per night

Bethlehem Centre

Nanaimo

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
$76
per night

Ocean Island Inn | Backpackers | Suites

Downtown Victoria, Victoria

A refrigerator is available in the brightly decorated guest rooms at Ocean Island Inn | Backpackers | Suites. Most rooms offer access to a shared bathroom whilst some have a private bathroom. Towels are available for a deposit. This place is absolutely worth to stay here. All the information on their website is true - you will get not only accommodation, but also breakfast, dinner, drinks and different pleasant discount to different museums and other activities

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7.3
Good
2,051 reviews
Price from
$37
per night

Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Nanaimo

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. Staff went out of their way to help at all times.

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6.9
Review score
555 reviews
Price from
$51
per night

Whalers on the Point Guesthouse

Tofino

Featuring views of the Pacific Ocean and Clayoquot Sound, this property is 200 metres from Tofino town centre.

Wooden furnishings are offered in rooms at Whalers on the Point Guesthouse. A shared guest kitchen is provided to cook meals. Guests will have access to shared bathroom facilities. Suites have their own private bathroom. Beautiful view and friendly staff as hostels goes its great

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7.9
Good
93 reviews
Price from
$144
per night

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