This hostel features a bar/lounge, coffee/tea in a common area and a meeting room. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities and a library are on-site. Private bathrooms are not en suite and housekeeping is available on request.
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offers 24 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and rice cookers. Beds feature premium bedding. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided.
Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel), you're just a quick walk from Bastion. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a bar.
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
Steps from Bastion and Nanaimo Museum
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offers its guests a library, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) also features concierge services and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Ecotours
Library
Family friendly
In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting room
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
8 detached private bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Blender
Cleaning supplies
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Free bottled water
Freezer
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Rice cooker
Shared kitchen access
Toaster
More
Heating (climate-controlled)
Policies
Check-in
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
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per stay
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 16 mi (25 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
The front desk at this property is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
We should mention
Up to 2 children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Property is also known as
Painted Turtle Guesthouse Hostel Nanaimo
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Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 216 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
73
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 216 reviews" "
8 - Good
79
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 216 reviews" "
6 - Okay
32
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 216 reviews" "
4 - Poor
9
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 216 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
23
8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Essap
Travelled with family
25 Aug 2024
Disliked: Staff & service
Freundlich
Für Unterkunft nie wieder im meinem leben ich es tut leid so was finde ich sade für mein Geld
Essap
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Steven
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
The check in time was 4pm. I called ahead and told them I’d be there just before 5pm, my room wasn’t ready. Had to be late to an event I was working because I had to wait.
i thought it was dorm style with separate bedroom and shared kitchen/living room/bathroom but it was 4 in a room -- two bunk beds. My bad, I didn't check closely enough. But the sleeping arrangement was brutal. Couldn't recharge phone or laptop without turning on the light and dude in the top bunk was trying to sleep and couldn't stand light being on. I had to leave and managed to find a room at the Days Inn.
Parking was only issue, but they helped out , enjoyed meeting people from everywhere. Very helpful staff!
Sheila l
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Abby Joe
26 Jul 2024
Disliked: Staff & service
I sayed 2 nights, I was able to sleep despite the loud music from the pub underneeth... staff was friendly aldough didn't say much. Rooms where ok but not outstanding. all in all I had a good stay.
Prix élevé de la chambre sans toilette ni salle d’eau. Chambre donnant sur le rue très bruyantes. La propreté de l’espace commun et de la cuisine laisse à désirer. Par contre emplacement excellent.