Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

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8.4
/10
Very Good
325 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Alexandre

10.0
/ 10
Everything was clean but on hotels.com it was advertised as we were having our own fridge but its a common fridge and stove in the building appartments. It was a little hot to sleep but they did gave us a small fan for each room so that was a nice gesture. Overall good and clean for one night sleep.

Sage

10.0
/ 10
This property is a great affordable option for a stay in Nanaimo! Check in was easy, finding the door was a bit annoying because there’s 3 doors in the check in building but 2 of them are unlocked (really not a big deal). Laundry is on site which you have to pay for minimum $10 but they also have laundry detergent to provide you. There was no elevator in the building so we had to carry our luggage up 2 flights of stairs. 10/10 we would stay again!

Cez

10.0
/ 10
It’s very clean we appreciate the 4 rooms in 1 apartment good for group visits. We will definitely come back.
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4 University Crescent, Regional District of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, V9R 6C5

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4 University Crescent, Regional District of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, V9R 6C5
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Near Vancouver Island University

Location


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 Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. This hostel is 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Duke Point Ferry Terminal and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Vancouver Island University.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Vancouver Island University - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Old City Quarter - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
The OV Arts Centre - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Nanaimo Museum - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Casino Nanaimo - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Bastion - 3.3 km / 2 mi
Maffeo Sutton Park - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Vancouver Island Military Museum - 3.5 km / 2.1 mi
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Petroglyph Park - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Protection Island - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Beach Estates Park - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park - 4.9 km / 3.1 mi
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 5.7 km / 3.6 mi

The nearest airports are:
Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16.3 km / 10.1 mi
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 104.2 km / 64.8 mi
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 58.5 km / 36.4 mi
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 59.9 km / 37.2 mi

The preferred airport for Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation is Nanaimo, BC (YCD).

Renovations


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

Facilities


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.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include laundry facilities, ATM/banking services, and microwave in a common area.

Rooms


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.

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Things to Do

  • TV lounge
  • Barbecue
  • Picnic area

Sports and Recreations

  • Beach volleyball
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

General

  • Microwave (shared)

Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area

Nearby Facilities

  • ATM/Banking

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 23:30
Check-out:
Before 11:00

Service Animals Allowed

Professional property host/manager, No cribs (infant beds) available, No rollaway/extra beds available, Essential workers only - NO, No elevators

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Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 23:30 - to 11:00
Available rooms at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
386
Another facilities in Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
TV lounge, Barbecue, Picnic area, Beach volleyball, Volleyball

Frequently asked question in Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

What are available facilities at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?
There are top facilites at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation such as WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?
The standard check-in time at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation is starting from 15:00 - 23:30 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
What is the star rating of Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation is a 2.0-star hotel.
How many rooms are available at Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation has 386 rooms in total.
What do past guests say about Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation?
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation is well-known for its Cleanliness, Service and Facilites, Room Comfort, as reviewed by verified Traveloka guests.

More Reviews from Other Guests in Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

8.4
Very Good
From 325 reviews
Cleanliness

9.0

Room Comfort

7.4

Location

6.0

Service and Facilites

8.8

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Eurielle
8.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

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Good price, shared bathroom but private room
Behzad
6.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

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Room was very small
Kimberly
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

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This hostile is really a university where the rooms are rented out during the summer while kids are on break. The check-in was seamless and the staff was incredibly pleasant to deal with. There is laundry available you have to get a laundry card from the front desk or have university App..The rooms are incredibly hot even with the windows open and the fan they provide. The dorms are not soundproof so you hear every door open and slam. There is a kitchen availble if yiu have your own food. Aivwralk a good stay for a night maybe two.
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marie
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

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There was a problem with the phone system - I had called several times before I arrived to ask about certain conditions. That was the only glitch.
nadine
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great quality for the Price and very quiet
Alexandre
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Everything was clean but on hotels.com it was advertised as we were having our own fridge but its a common fridge and stove in the building appartments. It was a little hot to sleep but they did gave us a small fan for each room so that was a nice gesture. Overall good and clean for one night sleep.
Sylvia
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

For a university setting it was great
Sage
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This property is a great affordable option for a stay in Nanaimo! Check in was easy, finding the door was a bit annoying because there’s 3 doors in the check in building but 2 of them are unlocked (really not a big deal). Laundry is on site which you have to pay for minimum $10 but they also have laundry detergent to provide you. There was no elevator in the building so we had to carry our luggage up 2 flights of stairs. 10/10 we would stay again!
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Clark
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Business
8.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

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Central, clean and comfortable
Peter
2.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very Disappointed. DEFINITELY not the place to stay for Seniors trying to Enjoy a Vacation and save some Money .Under Described in the in listing. We were Stunned to see NO ELEVATOR or Fridge only a Community Kitchen on the Ground Floor. We Lost several Food Items because of this situation. Also that we had to Share a Bathroom. We had to Carry our Luggage up 2 Flights of Stairs .The Front Desk Staff were Pleasant but Neglected to give us any Direction as to which Building we were in.They handed us 2 Keys and a Fob. We had to go Back to the Office twice to get Directions. We were Booked for 2 Nights but we only Survived One. A Very Disappointed Start of our Visit to Nanaimo. Peter Rainone
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Nicolette
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

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The residence is a budget friendly stay but it is not like a typical hotel stay. Do not expect clean towels daily or your bed made. The residence is also not in a great part of town which was a huge drawback for me as I was hoping to explore by foot.
Marek
6.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

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The price was good.
King Lok
10.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

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Great low-cost option
Cez
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

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It’s very clean we appreciate the 4 rooms in 1 apartment good for group visits. We will definitely come back.
Stephen
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4.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

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It's at a campus. Not near many amenities.
Xinxin
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Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

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Love the spacious kitchen !
JP
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Leisure with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

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Good spot, it’s not extravagant but it’s very good for the price point. Plenty of room to cook in common areas, bathroom shared with one other room, decently comfy bunk beds. Thanks VIU!
Celia
8.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This was a very affordable dorm for the charming tourist town of Nanaimo. It was quiet and convenient. The shared kitchen had two nice microwaves. The washers and dryer’s looked newer. We enjoyed our one night stay. Was a little surprised by the security deposit of around $200, but perhaps this is a general university dorm policy.
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Brian
10.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

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Value for money
Kris
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great affordable stay and very clean. Kitchen area also available plus tv room.
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8.4
Very Good
From 325 reviews
Cleanliness

9.0

Room Comfort

7.4

Location

6.0

Service and Facilites

8.8

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Traveler Reviews Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

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Eurielle
8.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good price, shared bathroom but private room
Behzad
6.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room was very small
Kimberly
icon-Leisure
Leisure
6.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This hostile is really a university where the rooms are rented out during the summer while kids are on break. The check-in was seamless and the staff was incredibly pleasant to deal with. There is laundry available you have to get a laundry card from the front desk or have university App..The rooms are incredibly hot even with the windows open and the fan they provide. The dorms are not soundproof so you hear every door open and slam. There is a kitchen availble if yiu have your own food. Aivwralk a good stay for a night maybe two.
Read More
marie
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

There was a problem with the phone system - I had called several times before I arrived to ask about certain conditions. That was the only glitch.
nadine
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great quality for the Price and very quiet
Alexandre
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Everything was clean but on hotels.com it was advertised as we were having our own fridge but its a common fridge and stove in the building appartments. It was a little hot to sleep but they did gave us a small fan for each room so that was a nice gesture. Overall good and clean for one night sleep.
Sylvia
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

For a university setting it was great
Sage
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This property is a great affordable option for a stay in Nanaimo! Check in was easy, finding the door was a bit annoying because there’s 3 doors in the check in building but 2 of them are unlocked (really not a big deal). Laundry is on site which you have to pay for minimum $10 but they also have laundry detergent to provide you. There was no elevator in the building so we had to carry our luggage up 2 flights of stairs. 10/10 we would stay again!
Read More
Clark
icon-Business
Business
8.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Central, clean and comfortable
Peter
2.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very Disappointed. DEFINITELY not the place to stay for Seniors trying to Enjoy a Vacation and save some Money .Under Described in the in listing. We were Stunned to see NO ELEVATOR or Fridge only a Community Kitchen on the Ground Floor. We Lost several Food Items because of this situation. Also that we had to Share a Bathroom. We had to Carry our Luggage up 2 Flights of Stairs .The Front Desk Staff were Pleasant but Neglected to give us any Direction as to which Building we were in.They handed us 2 Keys and a Fob. We had to go Back to the Office twice to get Directions. We were Booked for 2 Nights but we only Survived One. A Very Disappointed Start of our Visit to Nanaimo. Peter Rainone
Read More
Nicolette
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The residence is a budget friendly stay but it is not like a typical hotel stay. Do not expect clean towels daily or your bed made. The residence is also not in a great part of town which was a huge drawback for me as I was hoping to explore by foot.
Marek
6.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The price was good.
King Lok
10.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great low-cost option
Cez
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It’s very clean we appreciate the 4 rooms in 1 apartment good for group visits. We will definitely come back.
Stephen
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It's at a campus. Not near many amenities.
Xinxin
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Love the spacious kitchen !
JP
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good spot, it’s not extravagant but it’s very good for the price point. Plenty of room to cook in common areas, bathroom shared with one other room, decently comfy bunk beds. Thanks VIU!
Celia
8.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This was a very affordable dorm for the charming tourist town of Nanaimo. It was quiet and convenient. The shared kitchen had two nice microwaves. The washers and dryer’s looked newer. We enjoyed our one night stay. Was a little surprised by the security deposit of around $200, but perhaps this is a general university dorm policy.
Read More
Brian
10.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Value for money
Kris
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great affordable stay and very clean. Kitchen area also available plus tv room.
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