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Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, 6-minute walk to Chinatown

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026

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791 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC, V8W 1N9
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Chinatown
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Room with Private Bathroom

Queen Room with Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Micro Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Micro Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel cot
  • 6 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Small Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 6 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room with Shared Bathroom

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 9 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 6 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

Small Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Small Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free cots/infant beds, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Deluxe Mixed Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel cot
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free cots/infant beds, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Female Deluxe Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel cot
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bunk Bed in Mixed Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

Free cots/infant beds, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in Mixed Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel cot
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bunk Bed in Male Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

Free cots/infant beds, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in Male Economy Dormitory (Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel cot
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Micro Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

Micro Double Room with Sink (Shared Bathroom)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Travel cot
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Victoria

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel places you in the centre of Victoria, within just a 15-minute stroll of Chinatown and Beacon Hill Park. Highlights at this hostel include free self-service breakfast and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown Victoria hostel include Royal BC Museum and British Columbia Parliament Building.
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What's nearby

  • Lower Johnson Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Government Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chinatown - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪John's Place Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Vicious Poodle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Toratiki - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bold Butchery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, 6-minute walk to Chinatown
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Victoria hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1891
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel offers 80 accommodations with portable fans. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Housekeeping is offered on request and hairdryers can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (CAD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1891
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Customers may be requested by the property to complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: CAD 15 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel Victoria
Ocean Island Backpackers Suites Victoria
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites Victoria
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites Hostel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

As of 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel on 19 Jan 2026 start from AU$98.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

Yep, Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel has an uncovered self car park for CAD 15 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Is Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds and travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel is a hit with families.

Does Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, our guests speak well of the free self-service brekkie here! Available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

No, Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 401 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1002 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jashandeep

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service of this hotel is worst it was showing free parking online but when we went there they said our parking is full and you can pay for the street parking. You also have to pay for the towel and soap, the rooms are really congested. Really disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not like anything at all..bed was dirty, sheets were dirty. Pillows were dirty. And they all smell bad. Window was disgusting.View from the window was even more disgusting. Anything in this place is disgusting. Nothing in the picture and information in their website are accurate. Don't waste your money in this uncomfortable place. Or else, you'll regret spending them afterwards.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostel - quite friendly

Short walk to downtown. Free healthy breakfast and supper! Great staff! Homeless people in area may stress out some people. If you have a room with a street view, you may get second hand smoke from people smoking outside. However staff do their best to remind people not to smoke nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hoda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people were nice
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Iit was a reasonable price for me to stay . Very convenient location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent location. Fabulous staff. Lots included in the price. Well worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Value for money with half board included.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emilie

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zxxx
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are rentals of all kinds. Campervans, bikes. Free breakfast for guests and supper. Laundry facilities and a bar 🍺. You can get one free drink 🍷, alcohol or pop from the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kamryn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cherie

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheapest and safe accomodation in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Budget Friendly

Budget friendly for solo travellers who want to save money to stay longer. Suited in the town area and walking distance to downtown Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emile Mbouna

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff are not at all cheerful. They show no respect towards the client and should be trained in customer relations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, Quiet and Comfortable Inside

I chose Ocean Island because it was the cheapest option within walking distance of the marina and theaters downtown but I imagined that it was going to be a little rough, mainly because of the neighborhood it's in but also from past experiences at hostels. I was pleasantly surprised to find that it is not only incredibly clean but also very quiet. The only sound I heard at night were seagulls going by. The shared bathrooms were very well kept and I only had to wait my turn once. The dinner they serve (green curry with peas and potatoes the night I had it) was delicious and the free drink was cheerfully served. Breakfast was also fresh and delicious. The neighborhood is sketchy, especially at night but the fentanyl addicts are all around during the day as well. One hopes that one doesn't happen to walk by when one of these people is having any kind of manic moment but if seeing drug use and its results are not something you want on vacation this is not the place for you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very central and easy to walk everywhere. The free food was very tasty, plentiful, and it was so nice that it was vegetarian! Due to its location there are some unhoused folks around which could be stressful for some people. Great to see a wide diversity in the fellow quests!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the fact that its within walking distance
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

gurmeet

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025