Reviews of Ocean Island Inn | Backpackers | Suites 2 stars
791 Pandora Avenue, V8W 1N9 Victoria, Canada

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Reviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, helpful staff, great price for half boarding
If you are on the upper bunk, it has no guard rails and not very comfortable.
Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was terrible
There was human waste in multiple toilets. They did not enforce quiet hours. We only made it two days and we had to stay somewhere else?
Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewReally nice vibe at the bar! With a free beer or glass of wine every evening We were in a private room so it was very convenient
Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNothing.
It’s the worst place I’ve ever stayed at, it’s massively overpriced. The cleanliness was very questionable too.
Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewStaff is very friendly
The area is not nice for a family (lots of drug addicts)
Reviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast and dinner are included which was really nice. Very central also, easy to visit Victoria from this place.
The room was extremely small for 4 persons. The bathrooms didn’t seem to be cleaned really well and there was no shower mat anywhere.
Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNothing special
The service and the food
Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNot much unfortunately
Best to spend a little more per night and get something in a not dodgy neighbourhood…downtown Victoria is bad all around lots of drug influenced people walking around all the time. Victoria’s not that great a city anyway do yourself a favour and stay on the peripheries.
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewOverall good
Price was too much for dormitory accommodation
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We’re glad to hear you had an overall good stay. Our prices change depending on how busy we are and what rooms are available, but we always aim to keep them competitive while providing a safe and comfortable environment with extra perks like meals, drinks and 24-hour staff support. Cheers - Nazeem, Ocean Island Inn
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We’re glad to hear you had an overall good stay. Our prices change depending on how busy we are and what rooms are available, but we always aim to keep them competitive while providing a safe and comfortabl… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewRoom was decent size for 3 (had a decent child bed too). Arrived too late for dinner and left too early for breakfast. So should have stayed at regular hotel…would have been better.
Bums smoking outside windows again! So I told staff and they made them move on. Arriving in Pandora sends you walking through homeless tent city. As a mother with 2 kids backpacking arriving at midnight…this was not a safe location.
Thanks for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear the room worked well for your family and that our staff were able to assist right away when you mentioned people outside. Our team is here 24/7 to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all our guests. While cities across North America do face challenges with people living outdoors, we’re in a lively part of downtown that locals frequently visit — with WIN Pandora, Tacofino, CragX Climbing Gym, and Shuck Taylor all just around the corner. Many guests enjoy the convenience of our central location, being only a short walk from shops, restaurants, and attractions. We appreciate your feedback and hope the rest of your travels went smoothly. Cheers - Nazeem, Ocean Island Inn
Thanks for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear the room worked well for your family and that our staff were able to assist right away when you mentioned people outside. Our team is here 24/7 to ensure a safe and comfortable envi… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewThis hostel has mastered the essentials needed for travelers: free breakfast and dinner were simple but hearty, the common area made it easy to meet new people, and the kitchen and rooms were well-organized.
Thanks for highlighting the essentials that make Ocean Island special! We’re glad you enjoyed the complimentary breakfast and dinner, and that our common spaces gave you the chance to connect with fellow travelers. It’s also great to hear you found the kitchen and rooms organized and convenient. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime! Cheers - Nazeem, Ocean Island Inn
Thanks for highlighting the essentials that make Ocean Island special! We’re glad you enjoyed the complimentary breakfast and dinner, and that our common spaces gave you the chance to connect with fellow travelers. It’s also great to hear y… Show more
Reviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe facility was secured and cleanliness was ensured. Dinners were good. The bedding was nice. Each bed has its own fan and light with a wooden plank to organize your stuff along with a dedicated cupboard and shelf which can be locked by borrowing the lock from the reception for a deposit. That along with towel and other things could also be taken for a deposit which will be returned. That was a really nice feature . East access to transportation as well as walkable
Breakfast was not high quality. Bread was only white and felt stale to me with only low quality whiteners and no actual milk for the entire stay. The day I checked out I saw milk put with the tea/coffee station. Not sure if it was put after my feedback or something else. Also, anyone who ends up being on the top bunker please note there are no table/chairs in the room so when you come in room you're either on the bed or outside. I did not have any space to even look at my stuff or keep it somewhere while working on it. Lastly, solo travelers need to be mindful of which streets they take as some parts of the area see many people without homes moving and sleeping and drug issues.
Thanks for sharing such a detailed review of your stay. We’re glad you appreciated the security, cleanliness, and the features in our dorms like individual fans, lights, shelves, and the dedicated storage lockers where every guest can safely store their belongings. It’s also great to hear you enjoyed our dinners and found transportation and walkability convenient. We serve both white and wheat bread at breakfast, and we’ll look into what happened during your stay. While we don’t provide milk, we do offer whitener for coffee. Each room has tables and chairs, and if you don’t see them, our 24/7 front desk will be happy to provide one. Guests can also use our small movie room for free if they need extra space to relax or work. For those who prefer more privacy, we offer private rooms that can be upgraded to if available. As with many downtowns across North America, the area is lively and diverse, and our 24-hour staff, locked entrances, and cameras ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all guests. We’d be happy to welcome you back again! Cheers - Nazeem, Ocean Island Inn
Thanks for sharing such a detailed review of your stay. We’re glad you appreciated the security, cleanliness, and the features in our dorms like individual fans, lights, shelves, and the dedicated storage lockers where every guest can safel… Show more
Reviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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