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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
Hostel in Nanaimo

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

Bunk Bed Double

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Kitchen island
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Laptop workspace
  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 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
Fan
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1194 sq ft
  • 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
Kitchen island
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Laptop workspace
  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

3 Bed Pod

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Wardrobe or closet
  • 355 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large 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

Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Wardrobe or closet
Laptop workspace
  • 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
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive - 19.7 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

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

About this property

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

When you stay 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
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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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Reviews

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers a hot breakfast that was described as awesome and good. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Service staff
Breakfast
View
Elevator
Biking

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable beds.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was very good for my first time.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a Review

Pretty barebones, but comfortable and clean. Staff is polite.
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good for sleeping!!

Everything was clean but on hotels.com it was advertised as we were having our own fridge but its a common fridge and stove in the building appartments. It was a little hot to sleep but they did gave us a small fan for each room so that was a nice gesture. Overall good and clean for one night sleep.
Alexandre, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property and staff, perfect place for a couple nights stay.
Bruce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place!
Raul, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Good cheap alternative
Neil, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, quiet setting. Great place to stay in Nanaimo.
Ivan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, good location, affordable price!
Guilherme, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, nice location for a good price
Guilherme, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed the room, good for a solo traveller
Beth, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy, decent place to crash
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. The room was great, quiet and confortable. Would definately stay here again.
Bryan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good uni accommendation, will stay again.
Jinjia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good for a short trip
Francisco, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy to book, very reasonable price, quick checkin, excellent internet service, free parking. Large kitchen provided downstairs if needed. Overall very good stay.
Don, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a great, economical option during the summer, as long as you know what to expect. Generally, there are very few people around. The walls are paper thin, though, if you do get a neighbour, and be warned that two rooms share a bathroom between (co-ed). I find the XL twin bed very comfortable but the pillow inadequate. WiFi is great. Many rooms have a view over the city to the water.
Jill, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Overall this was my best experience
Syed, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great in every way.
Dave, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing!! Quick check-in very helpful.
Preet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay for one night. Staff were friendly. Campus was quiet. Would definitely stay here again.
Eva, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value for money. Quiet and had everything I needed.
Georgina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was such a great experience - we would definitely recommend! Tue staff was incredible!
Sonya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and good price.
Xin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

3 pod was a Nice clean suite and great communal kitchen to boot
julia-anne, 1-night trip