Painted Turtle Guesthouse

1 star
7.8
Good
based on 891 reviews
891 reviews
121 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3A2, Canada
121 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC
+1 250 753 4432
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Overview

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.

7.8
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891 reviews

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Amenities at Painted Turtle Guesthouse

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Casino
  • Concierge service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Reviews of Painted Turtle Guesthouse

7.8
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891 verified ratings
Wonderful
322
Very good
188
Good
164
Okay
67
Fair
58
Mediocre
19
Poor
73

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Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2024
My stay at the Painted Turtle Guesthouse was amazing. The staff were so helpful and attentive.. In particular, John, the manager, made everybody feel comfortable, and made it feel more like a home env...
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8.5
Very good
Anonymous, May 2017
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

  • Bastion120 m
  • Nanaimo Museum183 m
  • Sundown Divers0.5 km
  • Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park1.7 km
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre1.9 km
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital3.1 km
  • Beach Estates Park3.3 km
  • Brechin Lanes3.5 km
  • Nanaimo Golf Club5.1 km
  • Frank Crane Arena5.3 km
  • Pipers Lagoon Park6.7 km
  • Wellington Railway Station7.3 km

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Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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November
June
C$ 93
C$ 78
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 39% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Painted Turtle Guesthouse?

The cheapest month to stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse is November, with an average nightly rate of C$ 64. The most expensive month is June at C$ 88 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Painted Turtle Guesthouse?

The cheapest day to book Painted Turtle Guesthouse is Thursday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 78. The most expensive day is Wednesday at C$ 133 per night.

How far in advance should you book Painted Turtle Guesthouse?

To get the best price at Painted Turtle Guesthouse, book around 8 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 10% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's 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 November and October.
  • 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 Thursday or Friday. 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 C$ 72, while the most expensive was C$ 79.
  • 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 in Downtown, 0.2 km from the centre 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.

  • Does Painted Turtle Guesthouse offer free parking?

    Yes, Painted Turtle Guesthouse offers free parking.

  • How far is Painted Turtle Guesthouse from the airport?

    Painted Turtle Guesthouse is 0.4 km from Nanaimo Harbour. Painted Turtle Guesthouse is 13.6 km 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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Distance to airport

8.1
0.2 km
Nanaimo Harbour
0.4 km

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