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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
Hostel in Nanaimo

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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation offers an active vibe with beach volleyball and basketball onsite. Relax in the lobby by the TV, use laundry facilities, or connect to free WiFi while enjoying barbecue grills and a vending machine.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • TV in a common area
  • Volleyball
  • Volleyball

Feel at home (5)

  • Children stay free
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3 Bed Pod

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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4 Bed Apartment | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

4 Bed Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Portable fan
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 111 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bunk Bed Double

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Budget Double Room (2 bedrooms) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Budget Double Room (2 bedrooms)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
4 University Crescent, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6C5

What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old City Quarter - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 7 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive
  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 57 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 82 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 180 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sip Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jalapenos - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

At Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite volleyball.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 386 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 11:30 PM) and Friday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 4:30 AM)
    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [B4 - Cedar Center]
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 19
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Basketball

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 18 2025 to August 22 2027 (dates subject to change).

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Vancouver Island University Residences
Vancouver Island University Residences Hostel
Vancouver Island University Residences Hostel Nanaimo
Vancouver Island University Residences Nanaimo
Vancouver University Resinces
Vancouver Island University Residences

Frequently asked questions

Is Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation currently open?

This property is closed from August 18 2025 to August 22 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation 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.

Are pets allowed at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball and volleyball. Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation also has a picnic area.

What's the area around Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation like?

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation is a short 1-minute walk from Vancouver Island University and 10 minutes' walk from Nanaimo Aquatic Centre.

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