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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Living area
Exterior
Reception
Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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4 University Crescent, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6C5
  • Place, Vancouver Island University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke Point Ferry Terminal
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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)
  • 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

4 Bed Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Budget Double Room (2 bedrooms)

Budget Double Room (2 bedrooms)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Nanaimo

With a stay at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation in Nanaimo, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Vancouver Island University. .This hostel is 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Duke Point Ferry Terminal and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Nanaimo Aquatic Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sip Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jalapenos - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Quarterway Pub - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Hostel in Nanaimo
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation offers 386 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and portable fans. This Nanaimo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 386 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and portable fans, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area. Additional amenities at this hostel include barbecue grills and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, ATM/banking services, and microwave in a common area.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is 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

Reviews

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 391 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Very Disappointed. DEFINITELY not the place to stay for Seniors trying to Enjoy a Vacation and save some Money .Under Described in the in listing. We were Stunned to see NO ELEVATOR or Fridge only a Community Kitchen on the Ground Floor. We Lost several Food Items because of this situation. Also that we had to Share a Bathroom. We had to Carry our Luggage up 2 Flights of Stairs .The Front Desk Staff were Pleasant but Neglected to give us any Direction as to which Building we were in.They handed us 2 Keys and a Fob. We had to go Back to the Office twice to get Directions. We were Booked for 2 Nights but we only Survived One. A Very Disappointed Start of our Visit to Nanaimo. Peter Rainone
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicolette

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The residence is a budget friendly stay but it is not like a typical hotel stay. Do not expect clean towels daily or your bed made. The residence is also not in a great part of town which was a huge drawback for me as I was hoping to explore by foot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

King Lok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great low-cost option
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cez

Liked: Amenities
It’s very clean we appreciate the 4 rooms in 1 apartment good for group visits. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It's at a campus. Not near many amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Xinxin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the spacious kitchen ！
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JP

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spot, it’s not extravagant but it’s very good for the price point. Plenty of room to cook in common areas, bathroom shared with one other room, decently comfy bunk beds. Thanks VIU!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a very affordable dorm for the charming tourist town of Nanaimo. It was quiet and convenient. The shared kitchen had two nice microwaves. The washers and dryer’s looked newer. We enjoyed our one night stay. Was a little surprised by the security deposit of around $200, but perhaps this is a general university dorm policy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable stay and very clean. Kitchen area also available plus tv room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

dorothy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked how clean it was
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best affordable overnight stay in Nanaimo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very good for my first time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIAN ZHE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a week with family.The stay is overall very positive and the shared kitchen is quite big and not many people cook. The bunker bed is clean and comfortable. If one thing I would see improvement is we need some kind of stopper for the upper bed to prevent kid falling
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Gorgeous site!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband travels for work in Nanaimo during the summer and it is always such a pain finding somewhere for him to stay during tourist season. We love that the university offers this option for him! He has enjoyed every stay! It is clean, comfortable and affordable. 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025