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Ocean Island Backpackers Inn Review
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Ocean Island Backpackers Inn
- Address: 791 Pandora Ave., Downtown, Victoria, BC, V8W 1N9 | Map It
- Phone: 250/385-1785
- Fax: 250/385-1780
- www.oceanisland.com
- Price range: ¢
- Location: Victoria
Fodor's Review:
The backpacker grapevine is full of praise for this fun and friendly downtown hostel. Impeccably managed by a thought-of-everything owner, the historic warren of a building boasts 60 private rooms (three of which have private baths), several 6-bed dorms, secured entry, group day trips, heaps of travel information, a shared kitchen, and, best of all, an evening snack and beer lounge hopping with planned events -- twister tournament anyone? You can even borrow a guitar for open-mike night. Ask for a 3rd- or 4th-floor room if you want an early night. Seniors and families mix well with the clean-cut young crowd, but ask too about the Ocean Island Suites ($), self-contained accommodations in nearby James Bay. Pros: Cheap, clean, and cheerful; loads of services; a great place to meet other travelers. Cons: Quiet time starts at 1 AM; shared bathrooms.
- Hotel Details: 9 6-bed dorms, 60 private rooms
- In-room: no a/c, no phone, refrigerator (some), no TV, Wi-Fi.
- In-hotel: bar, laundry facilities, Internet terminal, parking (paid), no-smoking rooms.
- Credit Cards: AE, MC, V
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