Ocean Island Backpackers Inn, Victoria

We stayed for 3 nights and this was the most fantastic experience of my existence. Period. Friendly staff, awesome guests, good vibes, stationed in an awesome part of downtown Victoria, near public transit, all at a reasonable price.

Well, for starters there's a bar. Need I say more? Okay, well how about laundry, food, work-for-free-stay programs, internet, a safe environment, colorful personalities, a coffee and muffin for $2.50. That's a meal, travelers. Whoo-hooo!

Theme: Hostel

Price: US$20-40 » Currency Converter

Comparison: less expensive than average

Directions: Corner of Pandora and Blanchard. Bus stops at Pandora and Douglass. It's a one block walk from there.


	Ocean Island Backpackers Inn: Good budget accomodation	Satisfaction:

Updated By AllieF

on August 30, 2006

I've stayed here a couple times when in Victoria. What I like most is the price and the location. There are a variety of rooms to choose from and even private rooms that are relatively cheap! The photos on their website were taken when it was recently painted and since then, the rooms have aged a bit. Still, the place is decent enough for a short stay and has the usual hostel kitchen, laundry, lounge facilities. Most rooms have their own fridge and fan, and dorms have lockers that you can bring your own lock for. Bag storage is done in a secure way, which is great for afternoon departures.

Ocean Island is especially close to Chinatown and within walking distance for most of downtown, close to bus stops to/from the ferry.

Theme: Hostel

Price: US$20-40 » Currency Converter

Comparison: least expensive

Directions: Corner of Pandora and Blanshard in the downtown area


	Ocean Island Backpackers Inn: Great Experience	Satisfaction:

By ikemiller

on February 7, 2007

Ocean Island is more than just a place to stay, it's an expeience of a lifetime. A great place to meet lots of good people from all over the world. The Inn has the very unique style which i thinks makes the stay so enjoyable. Im having a great time here and it will be a place that I will never forget. Anyone travelling through should check it out with great prices and excellent staff.

Theme: Hostel

Price: US$20-40 » Currency Converter

Comparison: least expensive

Directions: located ine the middle of victoria


	Ocean Island Backpackers Inn: More than just a hostel	Satisfaction:

Updated By bella400

on March 15, 2007

The Ocean Island Backpackers Inn, is quite possibly, the most unique and welcoming hostel that I have ever stayed in. The rooms are affordable, snug and the whole building brims with character and vitality. Any questions that you may have are answered by the friendly, helpful front desk staff who seem to genuinely love what they do! This hostel provides everything that the budgeting backpacker will ever need, including the opportunity to work in exchange for stay. It also hosts a vibrant lounge, giving you the chance to meet and exchange stories with fellow travellers. All-in-all, this is a great place and I will most definitely be returing some day!

Theme: Hostel

Price: US$20-40 » Currency Converter

Comparison: least expensive

Directions: On the corner of Pandora and Blanchard


	Ocean Island Backpackers Inn: Budget Option	Satisfaction:

Updated By Babzz

on January 20, 2008

We were satisfied with this hostel. They have a variety of rooms. We got one of the smaller ones, but not the smallest (#2.5). The staff was friendly. Laundry facilities, food available, bar in the main area, tours could be booked at the front desk. I recommend ear plugs if you're on the first floor just in case, though it was pretty quiet when we were there (plus we had the fan going). The location was good too, we walked around a lot. We would stay here again.

For those looking to work to travel, the hostel will let you stay for free if you do a bit of work. It's also a good place to stay longer-term (they offer monthly rates).

Theme: Hostel

Price: US$20-40 » Currency Converter

Comparison: least expensive

Phone: 1-888-888-4180 or 385-1788 local

Directions: Near (in?) downtown

Website: http://www.oceanisland.com/


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Theme: Hostel

Price: US$20-40 » Currency Converter

Comparison: least expensive

Phone: (888) 888-4180

Website: www.oceanisland.com

Other Contact: (250) 385-1788


	Ocean Island Backpackers Inn: Great ole place	Satisfaction:

on July 16, 2006

Great staff, location, very clean, cheap, there's a work-for-stay program if you're strapped. The bedrooms are small, but if you're like me, you won't want to spend much time cooped in a room. There's free storage for customers, internet access, t.v. room, laundry. The prices here are fair. I like how this place is like Victoria central, you can really start from here and it's a good way to experience the city. Good full kitchen, a lounge with entertainment. Most of the guests seem really happy (with the exception of one very angry old man) There's always something to do here and it feels very welcoming. If you're backpacking in victoria, check this place out.

Theme: Hostel

Price: US$20-40 » Currency Converter

Comparison: less expensive than average

Phone: 385-1784


	Ocean Island Backpackers Inn: Highly recommended	Satisfaction:

By Dennis_loves_himself

on July 18, 2007

The place is fun and pretty energetic in the summer, I was also here last winter and it was a bit quieter but still fun. Location is just far enough from the bars and stuff but still within quick walking distance.

The bathrooms are nicer than I've learned to expect from hostels. There's lots of them too, each with their own bathtubs and showers. They also have a lot of small private rooms, and if you're a couple it's actually cheaper than dorm beds.

Theme: Hostel

Price: US$20-40 » Currency Converter

Comparison: less expensive than average

Phone: 250-385-1788

Directions: Pretty central. Closest grocery store is about five minutes' walk east on Pandora Ave, and if you walk five or ten minutes into downtown you can check out all the clubs and stuff. It's also super-close to Chinatown - like three blocks away!

Website: http://www.oceanisland.com


	Ocean Island Backpackers Inn: Expectations exceeded!	Satisfaction:

By KathieOlsen

on October 22, 2007