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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, (1,021 reviews)
"Great spot for a great price, would stay here again."
Canada
Laura
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Samesun Vancouver - Hostel
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a pot on the stove, a cutting board, and a bowl of greens.

2. Ocean Island Inn

Ocean Island Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Victoria
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
wen
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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
7.0 out of 10, Good, (830 reviews)
"Great location and good hoStel"
United States
Didier
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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, (950 reviews)
"Very comfortable beds, good size rooms, excellent front staff and good location."
United Kingdom
Mauro
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Cambie Hostel Gastown
A couple standing by a marina with boats and docks in the background.

5. Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)

Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
1.5 star property
Downtown Nanaimo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (297 reviews)
"The hostel was simple, but very clean and comfortable. The location was excellent—right downtown, with everything within easy reach. The staff were very kind and helpful, and I felt comfortable throughout my stay. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit to Nanaimo!"
Canada
Abril Guadalupe
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 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.

6. Raging Elk Adventure Lodging

Raging Elk Adventure Lodging
2.0 star property
Fernie
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (316 reviews)
"Clean Quiet was a great place to rest for the night"
Canada
Tracy
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Raging Elk Adventure Lodging
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements including a swing chair, a bench, and a picnic table. There are potted plants and a covered seating area.

7. HI Kelowna Hostel

HI Kelowna Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kelowna
7.6 out of 10, Good, (389 reviews)
"Everything was Perfect 👌"
Canada
John
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
HI Kelowna Hostel
A pool table in a room with a sofa, chairs, and a painting on the wall.

8. Invermere Hostel

Invermere Hostel
2.0 star property
Invermere
7.2 out of 10, Good, (247 reviews)
"Not bad for the price, for undemanding tourists."
Canada
Oleksandr
The price is NZ$97
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Invermere Hostel
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a sign welcoming guests to Whistler.

9. HI Whistler - Hostel

HI Whistler - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cheakamus Crossing
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (161 reviews)
"Expensive place to stay (because Whistler is just so expensive), otherwise great."
Canada
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
HI Whistler - Hostel
Terrace/patio

10. HI Vancouver Downtown - Hostel

HI Vancouver Downtown - Hostel
2.0 star property
West End
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Breakfast was substantial....didn't like agaring a bathroom To tv in room"
Canada
MAUREEN
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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, (102 reviews)
"Clean and staff were friendly"
Canada
Tucker
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
The Orchard Hostel Private Bunks
A room with bunk beds, a brick wall, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

12. Smith's Irish Pub & Accomodation

Smith's Irish Pub & Accomodation
1.0 star property
Downtown Vancouver
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Nice and supportive staff"
Canada
Neeraj
Smith's Irish Pub & Accomodation
A balcony with a view of neighboring buildings and trees.

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place for the price"
Canada
kerols
University of British Columbia - UBC Okanagan Campus
A wooden cabin with a porch, outdoor seating, and a small deck.

14. 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$212
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge
A beach with a row of cabins, a clear view of the mountains in the background, and a calm sea.

15. Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelson
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (236 reviews)
"Clean, friendly, great vibes! Good location. Loved our stay."
Canada
Jessica
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Dancing Bear Inn Hostel
A building with a brick facade, a paved entrance, and a grassy area with trees.

16. 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 dining area with a wooden table and four chairs, a small potted plant on the table, and wooden cabinets to the right.

17. Kelowna Okanagan Lake Hostel

Kelowna Okanagan Lake Hostel
1.0 star property
North End
5.0 out of 10, (80 reviews)
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Kelowna Okanagan Lake Hostel
A building with a sign reading "VERNON HOSTEL Your Doorway to Adventure" and a tree in front.

18. 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$94
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Vernon Hostel
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a snowy mountain at dusk.

19. Nowhere Special Hostel

Nowhere Special Hostel
1.0 star property
Rossland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Easy access to trails. Clean and useful apartment-/dorm-style room. Quiet at night (September). Staff were great too."
Canada
Julie
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Nowhere Special Hostel
BBQ/picnic Area

20. Kelowna International Hostel

Kelowna International Hostel
1.5 star property
South Pandosy
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"Nice hostel, public area a bit small, dormroom clean, friendly staff,"
Canada
Kathrin
Kelowna International Hostel
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British Columbia Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,970
Accommodation
27 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$67
Highest Price
NZ$275

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