I'm older, 60+, and I'm visiting a friend in WA so, I thought I'd experience Vancouver over a little more than 24 hours. I chose the Cambie because it's so near to places I wanted to see and it was cheap. I hadn't stayed in a hostel in over 30 years. That was in Europe. Hostels are for younger folks who don't mind climbing up into a top bunk and sharing bathrooms and such. It's no frills all the way. So, it was doable but, next time I spend the extra dough and go soft. For younger, solo or travellers with partners, it's ok.

The location is great. Walking distance to places and sights. The young gal at the desk was very nice and helpful.

Stayed in August 2025

all good

location

Stayed in July 2025

The location was very convenient to the metro (to airport), buses and ferries. I was arriving at the cruise dock and hostel was just a few blocks away. I had a private room.

Stayed in June 2025

It looked as though the men's washroom had undergone a renovation recently, whereas the womens had not. The bathroom was fine overall, but given the old stalls and design, it will be much better when they renovate it to be aesthetically as nice as the men's. There was also quite a lot of women's hair left over on the top bunk bed from previous guests, so I chose the bottom bunk instead.

The hostel was in a great neighbourhood and very easy to check-in. I chose a 2-bed female dorm room to save costs and only had a roommate on one evening. Bed was reasonably comfortable and I slept pretty well; it was not too loud in the hostel. I was only really inside when I needed to sleep so I can't comment much otherwise.

Stayed in July 2025

Small room. Needs a small end table for technology and such. Had to leave door ajar to cross vent room to sleep.

Room was small but clean. Bed was comfortable. Good kitchen and eating area. We felt secure. Close to convention centre and Rogers Arena. Lots of restaurants close by. Two blocks from bus to Horseshoe Bay Ferry.

Stayed in July 2025

in the city no need to go far if i need something

Its within the heart of the city and close to everything.

Stayed in June 2025

The ladies' bathroom on the 1st floor has been renovated and was very nicely done, considering it is shared by a number of people. The second floor bathroom is not nearly as nice. Each floor bathroom has accommodations for 2 toilet stalls and 2 showers and at no time did I have to wait for either. It seems like they clean pretty regularly so I never felt like anything was dirty. The hostel is old and the age is evident everywhere, but the cleanliness supersedes any concerns about the building age.

The hostel's location is what makes it a good value. Unfortunately, for the dates we needed to be in Vancouver, the hotel prices were extremely high ($1000/ night-no exaggeration) so being able to book in this great location for such a good price was great. We had a private room for 2.

Stayed in July 2025

Very noisy location and rooms are not air conditioned or ventilated so not the easiest nights sleep. This may be a fair compromise for the price but it was not easy to go to sleep in the heat and noise.

Location could not be beaten especially with the price. Showers were great and bed was comfortable. Downstairs bars are really friendly.

Stayed in June 2025

Only a bunk bed with two chairs, not even a small desk. The building looks really old, may be some painting or maintenance can make it look better. and window area is very dirty.

Room is small, one bunk bed with two chairs, but bunk beds are good size and comfortable. Location is really good, we will book again for this location. It will be better with one small desk. The bathroom with two toilets and two shower, both are clean. There are not many people while we were there.

Stayed in June 2025

Clean, nice and located greatly to explore the city. Great for a hostel

Stayed in June 2025

No elevator to rooms, luggage storage is downstairs in the basement. Slow shower flow. Can’t reserve lower bunk

Good location, handy having the bar close by.

Stayed in June 2025

Having to share my room on the second night.

Staff, location

Stayed in June 2025

The private room was small but kind of expected that, was still able to put suitcases under the bed. Bathroom felt a little dirty after hearing people fornicating in the shower. I get it’s a hostel but it was pretty gross. Obviously not the hostels fault.

It was a great location, very close to the shops and cruise terminal. Great food places nearby. Laundry was cheap only $2 for washer and $2 for dryer. It wasn’t as loud as I thought it was going to be, we were on level 2. The fan in the room was good as well.

Stayed in June 2025

There is a lot of noise from the two bars downstairs which played extremely loud music, until 2am. It was so loud that the room vibrated

Great location in downtown Vancouver close to the Waterfront station and the seabus to North Vancouver

Stayed in June 2025

Shared bathroom was clean. No line for the toilet or shower.

We stayed here once night before getting on am Alaska cruise ship. Didn't need and special features, just a clean place to stay. The Seymour delivered. The rooms was clean, staff was kind, price was affordable, and location was exactly where we needed to be (walking distance from the cruise dock).

Stayed in May 2025

Bed was very hard. No outlook and poor lighting.

Spacious room. Well maintained and very clean. Friendly helpful staff.

Stayed in May 2025

Bathrooms are a bit poorly designed and in need of a paint job plus some matinence, but everything else is perfectly fine.

The rooms are cute, the staff are really helpful, and the location is within walking distance of a lot of great spots.

Stayed in May 2025

A bit congested and noisy.

Decent

Stayed in May 2025

We stayed here just a week earlier, so most comments will be same: We knew Toronto lodging was expensive, so minimal facilities for a relatively high price here were expected. Many stairs needed to access the 2nd floor. FYI Whatever room you get, 1 gender’s shared bathroom will be on that level and the other gender’s bathroom will require more steps.

We stayed here just a week earlier, so most comments will be same: Pleasant desk staff let us into our room VERY early; also kept our bags safe for a while after we checked out. Only short walk from cruise port at Canada Place. Also very convenient to the Expo line tram to the VIA rail station. Free coffee, hot water, teabags, and use of fridge in common kitchen. We were each given a 20% off coupon (good for 2) for lunch at the bar downstairs. Each of us got a towel, bed linens, and a bed comforter. Our room this time was much better: it had a padded seat, plus a table, in addition to the basic bed and stools. Also the room’s 1 power socket was by the bed. We liked the fact that there was no rug on the floor. We slept well - didn’t hear noise from the bar.

Stayed in May 2025

We knew Toronto lodging was expensive, so minimal facilities for a relatively high price here were expected. Many stairs needed to access the 2nd floor. FYI Whatever room you get, 1 gender’s shared bathroom will be on that level and the other gender’s bathroom will require more steps. Our room had no table or chair/bench, just the bed & 2 metal stools; also a fan. There was 1 light, on the ceiling.

Pleasant desk staff let us into our room early. Only short walk to cruise port at Canada Place. Free coffee, hot water, teabags, and use of fridge in common kitchen. We were each given a 20% off coupon (good for 2) for lunch at the bar downstairs. Each of us got a towel, bed linens, and a bed comforter. We liked the fact that there was no rug on the floor. We slept well - didn’t hear noise from the bar.

Stayed in May 2025

Most of the front desk staffs' service standard leaves much to be desired. Efficiency of heating system in the room totally not present. Should have proper locker in the room instead of cages. Cages are for catching mice. Electrical outlet at the wall opposite the bed. Surprisingly the "noise" from the pub had not been an issue even though I was on the first floor. It started to get annoying when the inconsiderate hippos moved in.

Appreciate the housekeeping staffs working extremely hard to keep every corner tidy and clean. And they greet and smile amid the hectic chores. Location within walking distance to amenities.

Stayed in March 2025

Room was very cold and bed was wonky. Bathrooms were different to ones on the pictures, the bathroom had not been updated as shown. Noisy bar downstairs.

Stayed in May 2025

Facilities

The location

Stayed in May 2025

It's a hostel, so expect hostel-like facilities. The room felt wet, and needed an open window and fan for clothes a d towels to dry/not feel damp after hanging. The WiFi resets frequently, requiring re-entry of credentials. One night, external noise was excessive and bass vibrations rattled my bunk.

Exceptional location, easy access to transit and a short distance from many attractions. Friendly, charismatic, and supportive staff present 24 hrs to assist with issues. All around high quality experience.

Stayed in May 2025