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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property

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Exterior
BBQ/picnic Area
Property grounds
Reception
Microwave, oven, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

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4 University Crescent, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6C5
  • Place, Vancouver Island University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Old City Quarter
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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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)
  • City view
  • 111 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Large Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

A microwave in a common area, a meeting room and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, barbecues, a picnic area and a TV in a common area are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation offers 386 accommodations with free toiletries and portable fans. This Nanaimo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation, you're just a quick walk from Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. Free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a meeting room, laundry facilities and an ATM
  • On-site recreation includes basketball and volleyball
  • Steps from Vancouver Island University and 10 minutes on foot from Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation also features laundry facilities, an ATM, and a television in common area.

This Nanaimo hostel is smoke free.

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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 24 August 2026 to 25 January 2028 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to B4 - Cedar Center
Guests arriving after 11:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 396 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

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

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faune

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

8/10 Good

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice stay, only stayed to sleep so didnt see much
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

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

10/10 Excellent

Chad

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

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

Xinxin

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

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, good location and a good breakfast included.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Clark

Liked: Amenities
Central, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for an overnight
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Eurielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good price, shared bathroom but private room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

xiaoming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good place to stay and it was cheap.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

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

8/10 Good

Susan

Comfortable and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quality for the Price and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

King Lok

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the room, good for a solo traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, nice location for a good price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marek

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