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“Private rooms with a shared bath are barely more than the dorm rooms, which is nice for me as an almost-too-old-for-hostels lady.” in 7 reviews
“I had a private room with shared bath for pretty cheap.” in 2 reviews
“The hotel rooms are gated away on the second floor with a chain link gate.” in 3 reviews
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791 Pandora Avenue
Victoria, BC V8W 1N9
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- Open 24 hours
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- Open 24 hours
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- Open 24 hours
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- Open 24 hours
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- Open 24 hours
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- Open 24 hours
Amenities and More
Accepts Debit Cards
Accepts Apple Pay
Free Wi-Fi
Women-owned
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This relaxed Victoria hostel is situated within a 10-minute walk of Victoria Railway Station. It is only a short stroll from BC Ferries.
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites provides a 24-hour reception, plus a library and laundry facilities. For added convenience, it features a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage. The hostel's multilingual staff will be glad to provide dining suggestions and assist in organizing itineraries.
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites has 80 rooms, all of which are fitted with a refrigerator.
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites has its own on-site restaurant, ideal for guests who wish to eat in. Alternatively, there are a selection of dining options close by.
The hostel is located in the City's premier shopping district. Christ Church Cathedral and Greater Victoria Public Library are within walking a distance.
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Internet
- Parking
- Laundry facilities
- Complimentary breakfast
Health and safety
- Face masks for guests available
- First-aid kit
- CCTV in common areas
- Enhanced cleaning
- CCTV outside property
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
- 24-hour security
- Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Guests can opt-out of accommodation cleaning
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Disinfection of high-touch surfaces
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fan
- Fire extinguisher
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Trash cans
Dining
- Shared kitchen
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Refrigerator
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Vending machine [drinks]
- Vending machine [snacks]
General
- Window
- Family rooms
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Lockers
- City view
- Privacy curtain
- Storage available
Bathroom
- Shared bathroom
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
Services and conveniences
- Earplugs
- ATM on-site
- Safety deposit box
- Tour desk
- Key access
- 24hr front desk
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Streaming service
- TV
Accessibility and suitability
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
- Upper floors accessible by stairs
Bedroom
- Reading light
- Socket near the bed
- Wardrobe or closet
Parking and transportation
- Parking
- Private parking
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
Things to do
- Board games/puzzles
Family friendly
- Complimentary breakfast
7.2
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6.6Families
7.4Solo
7.0Couples
7.1Friends
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Cons:Pay as you go cafe, cheap beds, tiny pillows
791 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9
- Market Square0.3 mi
- Victoria Bug Zoo0.4 mi
- The Maritime Museum of British Columbia0.4 mi
- Miniature World0.4 mi
- Victoria Harbour0.6 mi
- Royal BC Museum0.6 mi
- British Columbia Parliament Buildings0.7 mi
- Craigdarroch Castle0.9 mi
- Beacon Hill Park1 mi
- Abkhazi Garden1.8 mi
- Oak Bay Marina2.7 mi
- University of Victoria3.3 mi
Check-in/Check-out
Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM
Cancellation/prepayment
Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Low season
January
High season
April
Average price [weeknight]
$70
Average price [weekend night]
$50
Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
- If you’re after a cheap room at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and November.
- Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel, plan to stay on a Friday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
- The cheapest price a room at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $37, while the most expensive was $37.
- How long should you stay at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
Where is Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel located?
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel is located at 791 Pandora Avenue in Downtown, 0.2 miles from the center of Victoria. Market Square is the closest landmark to Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel.When is check-in time and check-out time at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?
Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel.Does Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.How far is Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel from the airport?
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel is 0.4 miles from Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base. Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel is 15.4 miles from Victoria Intl.
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