Painted Turtle Guesthouse

1 star
121 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3A2, Canada
Nanaimo, Canada
+1 250 753 4432
8.0
Very good
based on 837 reviews
837 reviews
Mon 6/4
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Tue 7/4
1 room, 2 guests
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C$ 110
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Classic room
C$ 110
Queen room
C$ 111
Deluxe room
C$ 148
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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.

Latest deals for Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Mon 6/4
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Tue 7/4
Deluxe room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 148
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 148
nightly with fees
Classic room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 110
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 112
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 139
nightly with fees
Queen room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 111
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 112
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 112
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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

Things to do

  • Whale watching
  • Winery tours
  • Eco tourism
  • Bicycle rental
  • Casino
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Swimming

Bathroom

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

General

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

Health and safety

  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Cleaning products
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Accessible parking
  • Designated smoking area

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Blender
  • Shared kitchen

Media and entertainment

  • Library
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews of Painted Turtle Guesthouse

8.0
Very good
837 verified ratings
Wonderful
306
Very good
181
Good
151
Okay
64
Fair
51
Mediocre
18
Poor
66

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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/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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November
September
C$ 91
C$ 114
Cheapest month to stay with an average 42% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 28% rise in price.
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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 Friday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Painted Turtle Guesthouse was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 112, while the most expensive was C$ 112.
  • 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.

  • 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

8.2
0.2 km
Nanaimo Harbour
0.4 km

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