Painted Turtle Guesthouse

1 star
Sun 29/3
-
Mon 30/3
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
£59
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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
£59
Queen room
£60
Deluxe room
£80
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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 features rooms equipped with a hair dryer.

The area near the hostel has a range of cafés and restaurants. Christian Science Society is also only a quick walk away.

8.0
Very good rating
Based on 833 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Sun 29/3
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Mon 30/3
Queen room
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£60
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£60
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£60
nightly with fees
Classic room
1 queen bed
£59
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
£60
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
£60
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
£80
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£80
nightly with fees
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*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 hire

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 hire
  • 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
  • Bird watching
  • 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
833 verified ratings
Wonderful
302
Very good
180
Good
151
Okay
64
Fair
51
Mediocre
18
Poor
66

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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

  • Bastion131 yd
  • Nanaimo Museum201 yd
  • Sundown Divers0.3 mi
  • Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park1.1 mi
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre1.2 mi
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital1.9 mi
  • Beach Estates Park2.1 mi
  • Brechin Lanes2.2 mi
  • Nanaimo Golf Club3.2 mi
  • Frank Crane Arena3.3 mi
  • Pipers Lagoon Park4.2 mi
  • Wellington Railway Station4.6 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Most expensive month to stay with an average 20% 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 May and April.
  • 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 Sunday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Painted Turtle Guesthouse was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £44, while the most expensive was £44.
  • How long should you stay at Painted Turtle Guesthouse? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 6 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, 0.1 miles 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 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 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 0.2 miles from Nanaimo Harbour. Painted Turtle Guesthouse is 8.4 miles 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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8.2
0.1 mi
Nanaimo Harbour
0.2 mi