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Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

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A multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.
A portable grill with four burners and a side cabinet, set on a concrete patio with a view of a residential area and trees.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a computer, and a blue wall with the Vancouver Island University logo. There are shelves with snacks and a chair with folded clothes.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.
A residential street with a concrete sidewalk, neatly trimmed hedges, and houses in the background.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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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)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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
  • 1194 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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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
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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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

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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

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About the neighborhood

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 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Bowen Park.
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What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Nanaimo Ice Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Morrell Nature Sanctuary - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Old City Quarter - 8 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sip Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jingle Pot Pub - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

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 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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 514 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 514 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 514 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 514 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 514 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, spacious rooms, great common area and unbeatable price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the separate rooms with adjoining bathroom, as well as the kitchen and flow to property. Would stay again for sure. Had all the basics you needed like a BNB, but dorm style.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! The receptionist was very friendly and helped me extend my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good basic, clean acccommodation for a restful evening Kind, resourceful friendly staff who are informative about Nanaimo Close by the VIU bus loop for public transportation
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty straight forward dorm rooms, but definitely no deficiencies there. The reasonably well stocked (with equipment) kitchen was a nice addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, decent room but clean and have everything ready. Great price and easy check in. Overall 5 start. For sure this would be my first choice for next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Having the fifa game in the common area would have been a plus
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Almost good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice that the VIU left a coffee pod and disposable coffee cup. It was quiet and clean. The only thing I didnt like was the mattress on the bed...Maybe I am used to mine at home. I didnt find it comfortable for a old body.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at any University residence. My wife and I had single rooms with a Jack & Jill bathroom. For a night, not sleeping in the same bed was fine. We both slept well in very comfortable beds, what a surprise!!! The staff explained all of the amenities, room location and check out procedures. If you’re looking for a simple and clean place to stay for a night during your travels, we highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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