Hostels in Vancouver, Canada

9 hostels available. Prices start from $15 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Vancouver

HI - Vancouver - Jericho Beach Hostel

Jericho Beach
Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Beach Lovers Retreat Female Solo Traveller Groups (10+ people) Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…So I found the Jericho Beach Hostel. It had plenty of parking -- not free though. It was a big place, busy, but not uncomfortable. An hourly bus took hostellers into the city. Not a bad place … More

HI - Vancouver Downtown Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Digital Nomads Groups (10+ people) Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…They also have free parking but unfortunately there are only ten parking spaces. But six of them are under the east building and there cars are locked behind a gate there which is very nice I … More

The Cambie Seymour

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…The noise didn't bother me but some people might not like it. Heard only the faintest noise from the bar downstairs on Friday night (I was on the second floor). The photos on their website looked … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…It has a great location and seemed pretty clean. The manager was new and seemed determined to make a go of the place. Really he should list it as a hostel, because the standards are too low for a … More

The Cambie Hostel Gastown

Gastown
Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…The hostel is close to grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, and all amenities that you may require while staying in Vancouver. The rooms in the hostel are located on the first and second floor … More
Older travelers (+50) Quiet Rest
"…Bed linen was changed after every guest checked out. There is washer and you could hang clothes out to dry. The price was great. The location was something I liked. The atmosphere was very nice. … More
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HI - Vancouver Central Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel Groups (10+ people) Solo Traveller
"…My wife and I stayed here for five days on our student budget honeymoon trip spent in Vancouver (April 2006). The hostel was excellent. Breakfast was very nice and with diverse selection of food ( … More
Solo Traveller
"…Very friendly and helpful staff. The location itself is a bit dodgey and I wouldn't walk outside on my own at night. Inside is a different story. Small, cosy, spotless and two kitchen. Great … More
Solo Traveller
"…As for noise level I can sleep through anything but who in there right mind, especially a backpacker would even expect a hostel to be a quiet place in downtown Vancouver or any city for that … More

Hotels in Vancouver

Ywca Hotel

Downtown
"…I bought wi-fi (less than $10 for 24 hours use) and sat in the public lounge on the fourth floor to get a signal, but got kicked out at 11pm when a staff member made rounds to bolt the public … More
"…Enjoy picnic tables, gardens and ample landscaped lawns. The 2400 Motel is pet friendly. We have standard rooms and many of our units are kitchenettes and come in 1, 2, 3 and some 4 bed studios … More

Hostels in Vancouver, Canada

9 hostels available. Prices start from $31 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Vancouver (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Vancouver.

Vancouver is a backpacker's paradise: large city, small carbon footprint, ocean access, a couple dozen hostels, and plenty of things to do! And there are plenty of Vancouver hostels as well. You’re bound to meet plenty of people in a city with a population of about 600,000. Although it’s already one of the “greenest” cities in North America, Vancouver is working hard with a goal is to be titled the “Greenest City” within the next few years.

There are many points of interest in Vancouver. You can see the site where the 2010 Winter Olympic Games were held. Vancouver is conveniently placed between the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Mountain Range, so you have the option to hike or spend a day at the beach. Vancouver is also affectionately nicknamed “Hollywood North” because so many movies and television shows are shot here, as well as the fact that so many theaters and film festivals take place. So whether you’re a film buff or a movie fanatic, you’re likely to find a theater or set that you’ll love to visit. Other attractions include the Vancouver Art Gallery and the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. For nightlife, check out Granville Street and other places downtown.

Because it is a large city, Vancouver is an easy place for a backpacker to get around. Choose to travel by the Vancouver International Airport, SkyTrain, SeaBus (a ferry service), Amtrak, or Highway 1. No matter where you go in Vancouver, you’re guaranteed to find an excellent hostel nearby, especially in the downtown area.

Written by local enthusiast for Vancouver hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Vancouver hostels Jessica Lippe

Vancouver Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Vancouver, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 9
Average dorm price $39
Average private room price $107
Cheapest hostel in Vancouver HI - Vancouver - Jericho Beach Hostel with $30
Party hostels in Vancouver HI - Vancouver - Jericho Beach Hostel (4 in total)
Most Vancouver hostels are located in Downtown, Gastown, Jericho Beach
Average rating of all hostels 6.9

FAQ about Vancouver Hostels

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Travel Tips for Vancouver - from the Community

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