PAINTED TURTLE GUESTHOUSE, Nanaimo

Painted Turtle Guesthouse - A downtown heritage building with shared facilities, steps from the ocean and Convention Centre

Located in a heritage building in downtown Nanaimo, this European-style Nanaimo hotel combines B&B charm with modern hostel amenities. The Painted Turtle Guesthouse stands one block from the ocean and steps from the Convention Centre. Room options include 4-person family rooms with queen and bunk beds, classic queen rooms, and gender-specific 4-bed dormitories, all with shared bathrooms and showers down the hall. The common areas feature a fully-equipped kitchen, a lounge with fireplace, foosball table, computer kiosk, and reading materials. Free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and equipment storage for bicycles, snowboards, skis, and diving gear are provided. The Painted Turtle's location places guests within 0.5 miles of Nanaimo Art Gallery, Vancouver Island Military Museum, and eight local restaurants. Direct transport links include BC Ferry routes, float plane services, and airline connections to Vancouver.

Pros

Within 0.5 miles of Harbourfront Walkway, Maffeo Sutton Park, and The Bastion

Controlled entry system to upper floors ensures security

Storage available for sports equipment and outdoor gear

Climate control systems throughout the building

Cons

All bathrooms and showers are shared facilities

No private parking facilities available