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Vancouver Island Residences, Nanaimo

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  • 4 University Crescent, V9R6C5 Nanaimo, Canada - View on map
8.4 /10
Very good
Free parking on site
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Hostel
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This residence at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo includes recreational amenities on site, such as basketball and volleyball courts. Guests have access to complimentary Wi-Fi in their rooms.

The rooms provide access to shared spaces like a lounge, kitchen, and bathroom. The apartments feature a private kitchen and living room area.

All guests at Vancouver Island Residences can use the on-site laundry facilities. Barbecue areas and picnic tables are also available. Additionally, several cafeterias can be found on the Nanaimo campus.

These residences are located a 5-minute walk from the Nanaimo Art Gallery and a 15-minute walk from the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. The Departure Bay Ferry Terminal is a 5-minute drive away.

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Rooms at Vancouver Island Residences

Two-Bedroom Suite

Room standards
  • carpeted floor,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • fan,
  • waste bin,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • clothes rack,
  • work desk,
  • bedside socket,
  • interconnecting rooms available,
  • heating
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet,
  • private bathroom,
  • conditioner,
  • shampoo,
  • shower
Dining & bars
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
  • microwave,
  • refrigerator,
  • coffee machine,
  • full kitchen,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • dining table,
  • kitchenware,
  • electric kettle,
  • barbecue grill,
  • toaster,
  • oven,
  • stovetop,
  • dining area
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • bed linen,
  • key access
Location & local attractions
  • mountain view,
  • sea view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • entire unit wheelchair accessible,
  • adapted bathtub,
  • ground floor unit,
  • toilet with grab rails,
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step),
  • roll-in shower
Hostel facilities
  • bed privacy curtain (in shared rooms)
Property safety & security
  • carbon monoxide detector,
  • smoke detector

This 4-bedroom suite features a view of the mountains and the sea. It comes with a private bathroom, desk and access to a barbecue.

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Amenities at Vancouver Island Residences

General property information General property information

parking available, complimentary parking, on-site parking, wi-fi throughout the property

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Dining & bars Dining & bars

barbecue facilities, beverage vending machine, snack vending machine

Transport & getting around Transport & getting around

disabled-access parking

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

on-site atm

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

communal kitchen facilities, guest lounge / tv room, designated picnic spot

Family & entertainment Family & entertainment

selection of board games/puzzles

Cleanliness & housekeeping Cleanliness & housekeeping

guest laundry service

Other property amenities Other property amenities

smoke-free rooms, accessible guest facilities, spacious family rooms, allocated smoking zone, full wheelchair accessibility, restroom with support rails, lowered wash basin, secure key card entry

Property safety & security Property safety & security

round-the-clock security personnel, strategically placed smoke detectors, external property cctv surveillance

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Guest parking

Complimentary guest parking! Free on-site parking is available, including facilities for accessible parking.

Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 15:00 hours

Check-out

Until 11:00 hours

Children and extra beds

Children from 0 years old pay 35.00 CAD per night using extra bed. Guests must be at least 19 years old to check in. We welcome children of all ages. The property may require a deposit of 250.00 CAD. Deposit payment method: card.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

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Contact methods
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Important information
At Vancouver Island Residences, you must present a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that at Vancouver Island Residences, all special requests are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. Additional charges may apply at Vancouver Island Residences.

Please note, guests must contact the property to find out where to pick up keys to the unit.

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