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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Char's Landing Hostel in Port Alberni offers interconnected rooms with private bathrooms. Each room includes a kitchen, dining area, and free WiFi. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, outdoor seating, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a lounge, shared kitchen, and bicycle parking. Convenient Location: Located 52 mi from Nanaimo Harbor Water Airdrome, the hostel is highly rated for its friendly host, well-equipped kitchen, and convenient location. Activities and Nearby Attractions: Guests can engage in hiking and explore nearby attractions such as the Alberni Inlet and the Pacific Rim National Park.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
5 twin beds
1 twin bed
5 twin beds
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2 full beds
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1 futon bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    Israel Israel
    Charmaine was amazing very helpful and considerate and the place has a lot of space and beds, kitchen and bathroom and very comfortable
  • Mo
    United States United States
    Best location in town with one of the best hosts you will find anywhere. Char is a treasure.
  • Brummer
    United States United States
    Convenient location near great restaurants and the pier. Easy check-in and check-out through email messaging. Secure facility with key codes provided before each visit. Char even allowed us to park our car in the lot between stays while we hiked...
  • Shirley
    Canada Canada
    We arrived in time to heat or dinner and left early to catch the boat to Bamfiels.
  • Vera
    Canada Canada
    This was such a wonderful stay - Char was an exceptionally welcoming host and we were so lucky we arrived the night of a concert in the church. What a lovely experience thank you Char!
  • Lianne
    Canada Canada
    It was super easy to check in and allocate the beds for my group
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Char was very welcoming and responsive to any questions. Dorm room was small but fit for purpose and was great value for money. Kitchen facilities were good and washing/drying machines were nice and cheap. Would definitely recommend if you're...
  • Trace
    Canada Canada
    Had an excellent nite at this interesting venue hosted by Charlene. Bicycled to Twin City Brewery (good beer and delicious pizza) along the new rail-side bike trail.
  • Melissa
    Canada Canada
    This place is extremely charming and retro. It is an old school hostel and you meet really interesting people there. The place is really clean and Char is such a lovely person. The upstairs venue is fabulous. You really feel like you have stepped...
  • Carolyn
    Canada Canada
    Loved that it is an old church! Char is a wonderful host! Helpful in every way.

Managed by Charlene Patterson owner/operator

Company review score: 9Based on 331 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Charlene Patterson retired from the cruise ship industry and moved to Port Alberni in 2010 with the vision of building a lifestyle in a welcoming community with potential. She bought a big 100+ year old church and revived it into what is well on it's way to be Port Alberni's favourite community social hub. She named it Char's Landing, because Charlene previously worked in the airline industry, then the marine industry and now after travelling the world, Char has landed and planted her feet firmly on the ground.

Property info

Char's motto... "Please make yourselves at home". Former church built in 1912 converted to a Home, Hall & Hostel. Self check-in with keypad code. Free hi-speed WiFi. Free Parking.

Neighborhood info

Port Alberni is the community with a heart ! Char's Landing is the Community Social Hub and live Concert Venue, right across the street from City Hall, The Capitol Theatre (live), The Paramount Theatre (film), Little Bavaria (most loved restaurant in town) and just down the hill from Quality Foods (groceries), and just up the hill from Harbour Quay (McLean Mill Steam Train & Frances Barkley / Lady Rose Marine).

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Char's Landing Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: 776842619, H788260182