- Concierge services
- Total number of rooms - 24
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Laundry facilities
- Library
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free WiFi
- Number of meeting rooms - 1
- Free self parking
- Number of bars/lounges - 1
- Luggage storage
When you stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) in Nanaimo, you'll be near the airport, just steps from Bastion and 3 minutes by foot from Nanaimo Museum. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old City Quarter and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Vancouver Island University.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free self parking
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel) offers 24 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and rice cookers. Beds feature premium bedding. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Check-in time ends at midnight
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 16 mi (25 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
No cots (infant beds) available
Children stay free
Number of children who can stay for free – 2
Front desk opens daily at 9:00 AM
Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
Debit cards not accepted
Staffed front desk
Carbon monoxide detector
Smoke detector
Security system
Children stay free - maximum age 10
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
Protective clothing is available for guests
Masks are available for guests
No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is not available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually wrapped food options are not available
No gap period between guests' stays
Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
Temperature checks are not available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is not available
Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
Cashless transactions are available
Masks are not compulsory at the property
Mobile key entry is not available
Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.