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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Char's Landing Hostel in Port Alberni offers interconnected rooms with private bathrooms. Each room includes a kitchen, dining area, and free WiFi. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, outdoor seating, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a lounge, shared kitchen, and bicycle parking. Convenient Location: Located 83 km from Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome, the hostel is highly rated for its friendly host, well-equipped kitchen, and convenient location. Activities and Nearby Attractions: Guests can engage in hiking and explore nearby attractions such as the Alberni Inlet and the Pacific Rim National Park.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Get what you need

    • If you have any questions after booking, this property responds fast.

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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5 single beds
1 single bed
5 single beds
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2 double beds
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1 futon bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kris
    Italy Italy
    Such a great find! Perfect balance of location, price, and amenities everything just clicks. The hostel is cozy and convenient, making it super easy to explore the area. We found it perfect for an overnight stop between Tofino and Nanaimo. Best of...
  • Pia
    Chile Chile
    Everything was very clean, and it has everything you need, it is very cozy.
  • Max
    Germany Germany
    Everthing was more then perfect. Char is the best host you can only wish for. She is friendly, helpfull and super cool. If you are in this hostel you feel like being in your own home and even as part of an amazing family. Thank you for everthing...
  • Kasey
    Canada Canada
    Has everything you need, great for a short stay, good communication from host
  • Adrienne
    Canada Canada
    There is plenty of room for everyone. Family of 5, all boys.... this was perfect. Good location, just up the hill from the Keys. Cute little shops like Blue Fish Gallery and the Donut Shop. Char, the owner, is very lovely and would definitely...
  • Rowena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, quirky and comfortable, shared kitchen, lounge and laundry machines all just what we needed. Char really puts her heart into this place and it shows.
  • Kis85
    Australia Australia
    Char's Landing feels like a little home-away from home. The kitchen and dorm room were equipped with everything you could need. There's also a washer, dryer and powder available if you need to get any of that done while you're there. It's a...
  • Jason
    Albania Albania
    Super comfy, very clean , plenty of free parking. Great place to base yourself out of for a couple of days.
  • Jakub
    Poland Poland
    This was a surprise. I was expecting a classic American budget hotel, but it was more of a hostel with a shared kitchen and social area. Despite this, the place was nice, comfortable and clean, and the availability of a fully equipped kitchen was...
  • Kevin
    Canada Canada
    Great facilities and location. We stayed in the family suite, which was plenty of space for our family of 4. We had a good chat with Charlene about the history of the building (converted church) and the area. We've stayed at multiple places in...

Managed by Charlene Patterson owner/operator

Company review score: 9Based on 324 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Charlene Patterson retired from the cruise ship industry and moved to Port Alberni in 2010 with the vision of building a lifestyle in a welcoming community with potential. She bought a big 100+ year old church and revived it into what is well on it's way to be Port Alberni's favourite community social hub. She named it Char's Landing, because Charlene previously worked in the airline industry, then the marine industry and now after travelling the world, Char has landed and planted her feet firmly on the ground.

Property information

Char's motto... "Please make yourselves at home". Former church built in 1912 converted to a Home, Hall & Hostel. Self check-in with keypad code. Free hi-speed WiFi. Free Parking.

Neighbourhood information

Port Alberni is the community with a heart ! Char's Landing is the Community Social Hub and live Concert Venue, right across the street from City Hall, The Capitol Theatre (live), The Paramount Theatre (film), Little Bavaria (most loved restaurant in town) and just down the hill from Quality Foods (groceries), and just up the hill from Harbour Quay (McLean Mill Steam Train & Frances Barkley / Lady Rose Marine).

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Char's Landing Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Char's Landing Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: 776842619, H788260182

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