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Painted Turtle Guesthouse
1 star

Painted Turtle Guesthouse

121 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3A2, Canada
+1 250 753 4432
From
$78
Cheapest

rate per night

6.9
Okay

based on 558 reviews

Painted Turtle Guesthouse
Fri 5/3
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Sat 5/4

About Painted Turtle Guesthouse

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

Painted Turtle Guesthouse is situated a few minutes from Bastion, and provides charming accommodation. It is also within walking distance of Nanaimo's well-known attractions and landmarks.

Luggage storage, a concierge and a car rental desk are just some of the available services at the hostel. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, a library and laundry facilities.

Painted Turtle Guesthouse has 20 well-appointed rooms that are accompanied by a variety of essential facilities to ensure guests have a comfortable stay.

The hostel is only a short walk from Christian Science Society. It is also ideally located close to a number of eateries.

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Latest deals for Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Fri 5/3
Sat 5/4
Classic room
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Queen room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Painted Turtle Guesthouse

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Car rental
  • Concierge service
  • No smoking
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Car rental
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Desk

Dining

  • Shared kitchen

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Reviews of Painted Turtle Guesthouse

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

6.9
OkayBased on 558 verified guest reviews
6.0Families
6.3Couples
6.8Friends
7.2Solo

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8.5 Very good
Pros:The painted turtle had some of the comfiest, fluffier and cleanest bedding I've seen in a hostel. Very good beds!
Cons:Although the hostel was very tidy and lovely it did lack a bit of character for an old building. Everything was white, a little hotel-ish.

Location

121 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3A2

What's nearby

  • Bastion131 yd
  • Nanaimo Museum201 yd
  • Sundown Divers0.3 mi
  • Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park1.1 mi
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre1.2 mi
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital1.9 mi
  • Beach Estates Park2.1 mi
  • Brechin Lanes2.2 mi
  • Nanaimo Golf Club3.2 mi
  • Frank Crane Arena3.3 mi
  • Pipers Lagoon Park4.2 mi
  • Wellington Railway Station4.6 mi

Policies

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.

Essential information about Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Low season

May

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$79

Average price (weekend night)

$69
Cheapest month to stay with an average 44% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 30% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Painted Turtle Guesthouse

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Top tips for your stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Painted Turtle Guesthouse, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Painted Turtle Guesthouse, plan to stay on a Saturday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Painted Turtle Guesthouse was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $39, while the most expensive was $39.
  • How long should you stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Painted Turtle Guesthouse

  • Where is Painted Turtle Guesthouse located?

    Painted Turtle Guesthouse is located at 121 Bastion Street, 0.1 miles from the center of Nanaimo. Bastion is the closest landmark to Painted Turtle Guesthouse.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Painted Turtle Guesthouse?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Painted Turtle Guesthouse.

  • Does Painted Turtle Guesthouse offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Painted Turtle Guesthouse offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Painted Turtle Guesthouse from the airport?

    Painted Turtle Guesthouse is 0.1 miles from Nanaimo Harbour. Painted Turtle Guesthouse is 8.5 miles from Nanaimo Arpt.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Painted Turtle Guesthouse hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Painted Turtle Guesthouse in Nanaimo and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Painted Turtle Guesthouse and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Painted Turtle Guesthouse.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.2

Distance to city center

0.1 mi

Nearest Airport

Nanaimo Harbour

Distance to airport

0.2 mi