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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation provides laundry facilities and more. Enjoy onsite activities like beach volleyball and basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Room options

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A room with a bunk bed, a desk, a chair, and a standing fan.

4 Bed Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 111 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Large Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed with teal bedding, a wooden desk, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a single bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Budget Double Room (2 bedrooms)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Standard Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Nanaimo is home to Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The OV Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Nanaimo travel guide
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4 University Crescent, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6C5

What's nearby

  • A row of colorful historic buildings with distinct architectural styles, including arched windows and decorative brickwork.
    Old City Quarter
    8 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • A calm body of water with a small boat and a large ship in the distance, under a cloudy sky.
    Departure Bay Beach
    16 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Vancouver Island University
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre
    13 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    5 min drive
  • Huong Lan Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • Starbucks
    20 min walk
  • McDonald's
    7 min drive

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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 elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 24 2026 to January 25 2028 (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

Property 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. Old City Quarter and Westwood Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 494 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 494 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 494 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 494 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 494 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Vidhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, safe, good amenities, lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location, well appointed kitchen and laundry facilities on site. Staff were all very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean, great price, friendly and helpful staff, super comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were exceptionally clean and quiet. Yes, they’re very basic but more than adequate. We’ll definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms and facilities, close to everything, and the price just right! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great spot and great value. The rooms were comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here. Cost effective for those just needing a bed to sleep and get up early to carry out their drive north.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and amazing property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leonhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and affordable place to stay! Private couple rooms with a shared bathroom for the two of us. Nice big kitchen and great location. No complaints at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Frugal way to travel ! Super clean and safe ! And lots of rabbits around the property 😆
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent! The room was clean, modern, and well-maintained, with all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The staff were exceptionally helpful, friendly, and attentive throughout our visit. The location was also very convenient, making it easy to get around and explore the area. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this hotel to others and the price was very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a really nice place for a reasonable price, and in a good location. My only complaint is that accessibility is not well described or accounted for - the check-in entrance with a ramp was locked, and the only way to get to my room was via stairs. This was not well (or obviously) explained during check-out, and I have bad knees so this was a big struggle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were 2 families traveling together and the room size and configuration was perfect. We ended up making our own dinner without issues in the kitchen. It was a little scary at first with the upper bunk beds because they did not have railings, but we adapted. One note to folks who are travelling with heavy luggage: there are no elevators and you will need to take your luggage to the floor you are assigned. We travelled in August so it was warm in the afternoon but the temperature cooled down overnight especially with the fan running throughout so it was actually quite cool by the morning. All and all our two families are pretty happy with the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

NAE CATALIN NICK

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This was a student residence. Don't expect much and you won't be disappointed. Budget friendly, I did pass by a bunch of students who were preparing to go out and were pretty excited about it ... but otherwise it was fairly quiet. Clean, simple, perfect for the budget mindful traveling party.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and easy registration. Knowledgeable about the campus and larger community. Friendly and quick housekeeping. I have a physical disability and appreciated the upgrade to accommodate my accessability needs, convenient parking and accessible bathroom. I felt safe. The community kitchen was clean and had the necessary appliances and counter top appliances. I always enjoy watching the resident bunnies
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and accommodating staff helped me check in without any issues. Everything you need is provided to you and you have access to two rooms to ensure you have a private bathroom. There is no AC but they do offer a fan and you can open the window so as long as it’s not scorching hot you shouldn’t have any issues. I would recommend booking a room if you ever need a place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple but very reasonable for the price.All the amenities provided shower nice. The only thing with the coffee machine looked like they never ran any water through it.So I ran it through it without any coffee.And it was incredibly murky water coming out.Then, I made some coffee with the pod.They provided, and it tasted horrible.So I poured it out so other than that, fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff, perfect place for a couple nights stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kris

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quiet setting. Great place to stay in Nanaimo.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay as a group. The staff were accommodating with us - we had several rooms and moved people around to accommodate different lengths of stay. The couch was horrendous - several large slashes in the already uncomfortable hard vinyl. One of our people brought a blanket we used to cover the couch. The kitchen only had a single pot and pan, no colander, no large bowl for popcorn/salad etc. If you plan on cooking maybe bring some dishware, or plan meals that need very little prep/cooking. Not enough seating needs another couch/armchair if you have a large group you should have a backup plan for some rested seating during the day. ?library ?beach etc...
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad

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

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, good location, affordable price!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024