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Painted Turtle Guesthouse
1 star

Painted Turtle Guesthouse

121 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3A2, Canada
Nanaimo, Canada
See location+1 250 753 4432
From
C$ 101
Cheapest

rate per night

7.0
Good
based on 732 reviews
732 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
C$ 101
Queen room
C$ 104
Deluxe room
C$ 158
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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.

Rating
7.0
Good
Based on 732 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Thu 30/1
Fri 31/1
Queen room
bed type unknown
C$ 104
bed type unknown
C$ 104
bed type unknown
C$ 105
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
C$ 158
Classic room
1 queen bed
C$ 101
1 queen bed
C$ 103
1 queen bed
C$ 104
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Painted Turtle Guesthouse

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Casino
  • Concierge service
  • No smoking
  • Bicycle rental

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

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Bicycle rental
  • Casino
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles

General

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

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Blender
  • Shared kitchen

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Cleaning products

Reviews of Painted Turtle Guesthouse

7.0
Good
732 verified ratings
Wonderful
259
Very good
154
Good
138
Okay
58
Fair
42
Mediocre
16
Poor
65
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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 environment, where everybody was welcome. The Public transit that I particularly need it to use was right at the front door. I often had trips that were door-to-door and I couldn't have been more thrille...
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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

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.
License number: 5033231

Essential information about Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Low season

January

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 75

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 55
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 65% rise in price.
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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 January and September.
  • 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 Friday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Painted Turtle Guesthouse was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 55, while the most expensive was C$ 107.
  • How long should you stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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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.

  • 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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