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Located in Cumberland, Riding Fool Accommodation features barbecue facilities. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set 19 km from Comox Ferry Terminal.

Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower, rooms at the hostel also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms come with a mountain view. The Riding Fool, located in an old building, has retained its quaintness and sense of historical charm. The facilities, including the shared kitchen and the bathrooms were immaculate. Our room was extremely comfortable. If we find ourselves in Cumberland again we will definitely stay here!

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9.2
Wonderful
109 reviews
Price from
$95
per night

Located in Tofino and with Tonquin Beach reachable within 1.3 km, Whalers Guesthouse provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Private parking is available on site.

You can play billiards at the hostel, and the area is popular for cycling. This was honestly one of the best hostels I’ve stayed at. The atmosphere was super welcoming and it was so easy to meet people – perfect for solo travelers. The staff were incredibly kind and always happy to help with recommendations or just have a chat. The location was ideal, close to everything I needed, and the hostel itself was clean, cozy, and had a great vibe. The beds were comfy, the bathrooms were always clean, and the common areas had a really chill energy. I also appreciated the small details – lockers, good Wi-Fi, and a well-equipped kitchen.

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8.5
Very Good
206 reviews
Price from
$67
per night

C&N Backpackers boasts views of Ucluelet Inlet.

The hostel has a spacious garden offering firepit, BBQ, lots of outdoor seating and a trail that runs down to the waterfront.

There is a large shared kitchen and lounge on the lowest floor. Great for socializing and big family meals. The backyard is definitely the highlight of the hostel

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8.7
Excellent
269 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd is offering accommodation in Port Hardy. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 10 km from Port Hardy Ferry Terminal. Anne the owner was very easy going and generous with helping us store our bikes/gear up until leaving for our ferry. Overall a very convenient experience. Room, community spaces, etc were all well stocked and clean. Thanks!

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8.2
Very Good
291 reviews
Price from
$40
per night

A refrigerator is available in the brightly decorated guest rooms at Ocean Island Inn | Backpackers | Suites. Most rooms offer access to a shared bathroom whilst some have a private bathroom. Towels are available for a deposit. I love the people there in general. Both the travellers and the staff. You meet kind people every night at the bar, and the staff are all so nice and does an amazing job here. 10/10

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7.4
Good
2,168 reviews
Price from
$39
per night

Set in Nanaimo and within 200 metres of Nanaimo Museum, Painted Turtle Guesthouse has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 1.6 km from Nanaimo Bastion, 1.7 km from Newcastle Island Marine Park and 12 km from Wildplay Element Park. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.

Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, some units at the hostel also have a city view. clean room. will stay again. i stayed there 2019 and 2023

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7.8
Good
596 reviews
Price from
$57
per night

Situated in Comox and with Comox Ferry Terminal reachable within 7.5 km, Comox Valley Guest House features free bikes, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

The rooms have a shared bathroom and a shower, and some units at the hostel have a safety deposit box. Excellent facilities, literally what you would expect from your own home. I did my laundry there. The rental portion is separated from the host’s space. Host is a pleasant person.

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7.4
Good
17 reviews
Price from
$138
per night

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