Vancouver Island Residences, Nanaimo
Overview
Providing the opportunity to walk by Tamagawa Gardens, which is about 5 minutes' walk away, the 110-room Vancouver Island Residences Nanaimo hostel offers a shared lounge and barbecue grills for guests' leisure. Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, this hostel is located just 400 m from the Museum of Natural History.
Location
The Nanaimo hostel is around a 20-minute walk from Buttertubs Marsh and 2.4 km from such cultural venues as the Nanaimo Art Gallery. The Abyss is 3.4 km from the Nanaimo property.
Also, visiting Harewood Centennial Park, which is within 25 minutes' walk of Vancouver Island Residences hostel, can be great fun for the whole family.
VIU Transit Exchange Bay D bus station is located a stone's throw from this hostel, providing transportation options in the vicinity.
Rooms
Certain rooms include a sitting area and a dining area, as well as amenities like coffee and tea making facilities for guests' added comfort. Apart from entertainment options like a multi-channel TV, guests may also make use of a writing desk.
Eat & Drink
Serving Mexican dishes, Baby Salsa Mexican Restaurant is 250 metres away. Vancouver Island Residences hostel features an own kitchen.
Leisure & Business
There are such sports activities as beach volleyball and basketball.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- ATM/Cash machine
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Laundry
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Children
- Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
- Curtains
Recommended for:
Join Intramural Leagues
Participate in VIU's semester-long intramural sports like basketball on campus.
Attend Fitness Classes
Register for VIU Gym classes in exercises like yoga or strength training.
Explore Outdoor Trips
Join VIU's guided outdoor recreation hikes and sea activities in local areas.
Watch Mariners Games
Attend VIU Mariners basketball games at the campus sports events.
View Eclipse Events
Participate in VIU astronomy trips, such as solar eclipse viewings with instructors.
Hike Colliery Dam
Walk trails at Colliery Dam Park, 1 km away, for nature exploration.
Location
Convenient Location
This location offers access to the Vancouver Island Conference Centre, Bastion, and Harbourfront Walkway.
Harewood Neighborhood
Harewood is a residential area known for parks and easy access to nature, including Maffeo Sutton Park and Buttertubs Marsh.
Local Bites to Try
Asteras Greek Taverna, The Crow & Gate Pub, and Nori Japanese Restaurant serve diverse global cuisines.
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