A city skyline with tall buildings and a marina with boats.

Hostels in British Columbia

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
20 Nov - 22 Nov
In two weeks
27 Nov - 29 Nov
In one month
11 Dec - 13 Dec
In two months
8 Jan - 10 Jan

Top Cities in British Columbia

A city skyline with modern buildings, a large spherical structure, and a waterfront with boats.
HostelsHostels

Vancouver

Vancouver

Our top choices for British Columbia hostels

A restaurant with long wooden tables and benches, brick walls, exposed pipes, and a high ceiling with metal beams.

1. Samesun Vancouver - Hostel

Samesun Vancouver - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Vancouver
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good location and affordable place to stay."
Canada
Raka
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Samesun Vancouver - Hostel
Two men sitting at a bar with a menu in the background.

2. Ocean Island Inn

Ocean Island Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Victoria
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
wen
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Ocean Island Inn
A cozy bar area with leather seating, a brick wall, and a sign inviting guests to join inside.

3. Cambie Downtown Hostel

Cambie Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Vancouver
7.2 out of 10, Good, (856 reviews)
"Nice place/ hostel to stay, It was s good experience."
Canada
Allan Hije
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Cambie Downtown Hostel
A tall building with balconies and a ground-level building with a sign for 'Cambia Hostel'.

4. Cambie Hostel Gastown

Cambie Hostel Gastown
2.0 star property
Downtown Vancouver
7.0 out of 10, Good, (967 reviews)
"Very comfortable beds, good size rooms, excellent front staff and good location."
United Kingdom
Mauro
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Cambie Hostel Gastown
A building with a stone facade, a wooden entrance canopy, and a glass door.

5. HI Kelowna Hostel

HI Kelowna Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kelowna
7.6 out of 10, Good, (398 reviews)
"It is in a good location."
Canada
Maureen
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
HI Kelowna Hostel
A marina with multiple boats docked, a ferry with a waiting room sign, and a cityscape in the background.

6. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (298 reviews)
"The Painted Turtle was a good accommodation choice for my stay in Nanaimo. The location was convenient and the availability of cooking facilities was a plus."
United States
Lynne
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
A wooden table with a built-in fire feature, set against a backdrop of mountains and a lit sign with a maple leaf.

7. Raging Elk Adventure Lodging

Raging Elk Adventure Lodging
2.0 star property
Fernie
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (319 reviews)
"Good atmosphere. Great bar area. Tricky to get in and out of the upper bunks."
Canada
Paul
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Raging Elk Adventure Lodging
A man leaning on a balcony railing overlooking a park with a playground, a winding road, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

8. HI Whistler - Hostel

HI Whistler - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cheakamus Crossing
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (166 reviews)
"Expensive place to stay (because Whistler is just so expensive), otherwise great."
Canada
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
HI Whistler - Hostel
A multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a Coca-Cola sign on the ground floor.

9. Invermere Hostel

Invermere Hostel
2.0 star property
Invermere
7.2 out of 10, Good, (248 reviews)
"Not bad for the price, for undemanding tourists."
Canada
Oleksandr
Invermere Hostel
Terrace/patio

10. HI Vancouver Downtown - Hostel

HI Vancouver Downtown - Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"Very good location"
Canada
Angel
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
HI Vancouver Downtown - Hostel
A hallway with wooden paneling and sliding barn doors, equipped with wall-mounted lanterns.

11. The Orchard Hostel Private Bunks

The Orchard Hostel Private Bunks
2.0 star property
Radium Hot Springs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (105 reviews)
"Clean and staff were friendly"
Canada
Tucker
The price is NZ$79
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Orchard Hostel Private Bunks
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

12. Smith's Irish Pub & Accomodation

Smith's Irish Pub & Accomodation
1.0 star property
Downtown Vancouver
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Nice and supportive staff"
Canada
Neeraj
Smith's Irish Pub & Accomodation
A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed, a suitcase, and a window with a view of a building.

13. University of British Columbia - UBC Okanagan Campus

University of British Columbia - UBC Okanagan Campus
1.5 star property
North Glenmore
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great check in, comfortable bed, clean."
Canada
JESSICA
University of British Columbia - UBC Okanagan Campus
A beach with a row of cabins, a clear view of the mountains in the background, and a calm sea.

14. Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelson
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (241 reviews)
"The rooms were exceptionally clean and so cozy."
Canada
Jennifer
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Dancing Bear Inn Hostel
A modern building with a glass entrance, a covered waiting area, and bicycles parked outside.

15. Pacific Spirit Hostel

Pacific Spirit Hostel
2.0 star property
Vancouver
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (298 reviews)
"Place is very clean and the atmosphere is very friendly and very convenient location."
Canada
urvish
Pacific Spirit Hostel
A hallway with wooden flooring, light-colored walls, and a door at the end.

16. Kelowna Okanagan Lake Hostel

Kelowna Okanagan Lake Hostel
1.0 star property
North End
5.0 out of 10, (80 reviews)
"Great stay."
Canada
Jaggy
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Kelowna Okanagan Lake Hostel
A building with a sign reading "VERNON HOSTEL Your Doorway to Adventure" and a tree in front.

17. Vernon Hostel

Vernon Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Vernon
7.4 out of 10, Good, (69 reviews)
"Clean room and nice staff"
Canada
Li
The price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Vernon Hostel
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a snowy mountain at dusk.

18. Nowhere Special Hostel

Nowhere Special Hostel
1.0 star property
Rossland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Location is great!"
United States
Richard
Nowhere Special Hostel
A wooden cabin with a porch, outdoor seating, and a small deck.

19. Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge

Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge
1.5 star property
Roberts Creek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"great location, helpful staff"
Canada
sharon
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator. There is a table with red chairs and a door with exit signs.

20. Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation

Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Nanaimo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (514 reviews)
"We really enjoyed staying there."
Canada
Jaeung
Vancouver Island University Residences - Campus Accommodation
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top British Columbia Hotel Reviews

Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

10/10 Excellent
"Great place! Would definitely recommend."
Bill 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Grand Pacific

Find out more about British Columbia

British Columbia Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,041
Accommodation
26 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$79
Highest Price
NZ$249

Explore a world of travel with Expedia