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Dreamcatcher Hostel

Golden

This hostel is situated in the heart of Golden city centre, 30 minutes’ drive from Yoho National Park and 57 km from Glacier National Park. Storage for bikes and skis is available. Free WiFi is available throughout the hostel and a guest computer is provided. Location was absolutely spot on for me. Couple pubs and a brewery nearby. Shuttle stop very close by. Could not fault the location.

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9
Wonderful
302 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Riding Fool Accommodation

Cumberland

Offering mountain bike storage and an on-site bike shop, this restored heritage hostel is located in Cumberland, on Vancouver Island. It is 35 km from the biking trails at Mount Washington.

The staff at The Cumberland Riding Fool Hostel is knowledgeable about the surrounding area and maps are available for mountain biking trips. Gorgeous hostel, very clean, spacious and nicely decorated. Had everything we needed. Cute little guest garden where we sat and listened to a concert being hosted next door. Great community. Made me want to move in! I was really sad I only booked one night. Lots of interesting things to do around the place, amazing local trails, restaurants and a local museum. Highly recommend a visit to Cumberland and this hostel, it was one of my trip highlights.

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9.1
Wonderful
139 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Laughing Llama

Vernon

Every room comes with a shared bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. At the hostel each room includes bed linen and towels.

UBC Okanagan Campus is 43 km from Laughing Llama, while Myra Canyon Kettle Valley Railway Trestles is 50 km away. The nearest airport is Kelowna International Airport, 38 km from the hostel. Clean and cozy, felt like home, really nice breakfast

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

Char's Landing Hostel

Port Alberni

Set in Port Alberni, Char's Landing Hostel features a shared lounge. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The units at the hostel come with a seating area. At Char's Landing Hostel all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. I traveled alone and really just needed to sleep before the morning departure by boat to Bamfield, so for the first time in my life, I stayed in a dormitory. For 43 dollars, it more than served its purpose. But I chose this hostel mainly because it is also a cultural facility that was converted from a church. Its location near the harbor and its place in the local Art District make this place also unique. But its biggest charm is added by the owners who decided that the house they live in will also be a place of meeting and culture. I attended one concert and it was a really pleasant experience. Not only because of the music but also from meeting the owners, really kind and inspirative people. Otherwise, the hostel is well equipped, clean, and comfortable. Parking right in front of the building. I liked Port Alberni, so I will return here with my family. We will definitely be happy to stay at Chars Landing.

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8.2
Very Good
250 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Squamish Adventure Inn

Squamish

The Squamish Adventure Inn hostel places guests only moments away from Squamish’s activities, adventure, and excitement. It is located directly off the Sea-to-Sky Highway, only 8 minutes walk away from the shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars of Squamish city centre. staff was responsive to my request to check in late. accommodations (3 people in a private room for 3) were comfortable, adequate space, and quiet. We did not use the common spaces but they looked good.

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8.2
Very Good
559 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

Nelson

Located in beautiful British Columbia CANADA, The Dancing Bear Inn Hostel is located near restaurants, cafes, walks and a waterfall. Each room or dormitory room features a cooling system and heating systems. Bathroom facilities are shared. Select rooms come with a vanity and an ensuite sink. Guests can gather and play board games in our shared lounge. The hostel is 12.2km from Summit Chair and 12.3km from Silver King Chair. Castlegar Airport is 32km away. we Love the charming Dancing Bear Hostel. The cleanest hostel we ever stayed in. The front desk staff on arrival was outstanding and informative.

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8.7
Excellent
389 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

HI Vancouver Downtown - Hostel

West End, Vancouver

A rooftop patio is offered at this non-smoking Vancouver hostel. Free WiFi is provided in public areas. Yaletown-Roundhouse SkyTrain station is just 1 km away.

Sunset Beach and Robson St are both within 10 minutes’ walking distance from this hostel. Vancouver Aquarium is 3 km away. Good location, nice personal, comfort for live

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8
Very Good
938 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

C&N Backpackers - Ucluelet

Ucluelet

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. Great atmosphere, excellent staff. Really comfy space, LOVED the outdoor area.

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8.3
Very Good
194 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd

Port Hardy

Storey’s Beach is a 2 minute walk from this hostel in Port Hardy. Dorm and private rooms are available and have shared bathroom facilities. An outdoor patio is enjoyed. Free WiFi is included.

A common living area with a full kitchen, TV, game room and library are available to all guests at the North Coast Trail Backpackers Ltd. The hostel offers storage for bicycles and kayaks. 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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8.3
Very Good
320 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

UBC Okanagan Campus

Kelowna

Located 13.2 km from downtown, UBC's Okanagan Campus offers free WiFi.

There are air-conditioned student rooms, suites and apartments with private bathrooms, free WiFi, basic kitchens, and common lounges. Accomodation is on a college campus, very professional, rooms super clean and spacious, had fantastic amenities, & a kitchenette with toaster, kettle, fridge freezer, even had a sink with washing up liquid and teatowel. We had a car but there was a bus service to downtown.

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8.4
Very Good
958 reviews
Price from
£63
per night

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