Cambie Hostel Gastown
300 Cambie St @ Cordova St Gastown, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 2N3 Canada
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HOTEL STYLE
Budget
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Paid public parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Bicycle rental
Hiking
Adults only
24-hour security
24-hour front desk
Wifi
Restaurant
Vending machine
Evening entertainment
Karaoke
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Nightclub / DJ
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Shared bathroom
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
ATM on site
First aid kit
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Self-serve laundry
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Housekeeping
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
Location
300 Cambie St @ Cordova St Gastown, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 2N3 Canada
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Great for walkers
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I have stayed here with my friend in a separate bedroom. It’s a nice room to stay for one night or two and not more.
They have a pub downstairs and it’s really loud in the night. Was hard to sleep.
Shared bathroom/shower was okay. Could be cleaner though.
Breakfast was fine. They said hostel guests get 5$ discount but the card itself is 1.75 so the discount is not 5$😂
Anyways, we came there to spend our nights only and it was hard to sleep because the noise downstairs.
Staff and other guests are nice. Food was good. And location is convenient.
They have a pub downstairs and it’s really loud in the night. Was hard to sleep.
Shared bathroom/shower was okay. Could be cleaner though.
Breakfast was fine. They said hostel guests get 5$ discount but the card itself is 1.75 so the discount is not 5$😂
Anyways, we came there to spend our nights only and it was hard to sleep because the noise downstairs.
Staff and other guests are nice. Food was good. And location is convenient.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from TheCambie-Malones, Front Office Manager at Cambie Hostel Gastown
Responded Mar 3, 2020
Thanks for leaving us a review! The bar downstairs is a great place to meet fellow travelers but can get noisy. We do offer free earplugs at the front desk to help block out the worst of the noise. Our housekeeping team clean the bathrooms twice a day but after they leave it is up to each guest to clean up after themselves. The breakfast card does include a $1.25 tip as stated on the card itself, but the discount is still good as the food is already cheap. I'm happy to hear that you had a good experience with our staff and hostel! Stay awesome!
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It is a historic building, so it comes with the usual hang ups you would expect; clean but doesn't always look clean because of the age of everything, uneven floor boards, no sound proofing, no ventilation for the rooms. The latter was particularly difficult during the heat wave and the rooms were unbearable the first time we stayed. Because we had already booked a night upon our return to Vancouver before we stayed the first time, we did return when the heatwave broke and the rooms were a lot more manageable temperature then. However some fans for the summer months would go a long way.
Oreo the cat is adorable.
Really convenient location, definitely a party hostel (which I was warned about in various ways before we booked, I don't know how some reviewers were still surprised by this), pumping local nightlife, cheapest place to stay by a longshot.
Oreo the cat is adorable.
Really convenient location, definitely a party hostel (which I was warned about in various ways before we booked, I don't know how some reviewers were still surprised by this), pumping local nightlife, cheapest place to stay by a longshot.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Me and my girlfriend booked a 3 night stay at Cambie hostel in Vancouver. After spending the whole evening downstairs at their bar, we ordered food to be delivered to the hostel. My girlfriend grabbed the food from downstairs. The man at the front desk told her that it had to be eaten in the kitchen, my girlfriend said yes for sure. My girlfriend went back to our room with the food to grab me to go to the kitchen and the employee came into our room, screaming at us to get the food out of the room. It was super unprofessional and uncalled for. This took place may 22nd, 2022 around 145 am.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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The establishment is very old and dirty. In my room one could not breath and you could hear all the noise from the bar underneath, so especially when there was a latin party going on, there was no sleep included for that night. Small and heavily used towels are provided for 5 dollars and they were out of locks. I had booked a room with 2 beds and got the upper bed, which was a single whereas the one below me was a double, which is just unfair when you book for the same price. It's a pity that they don't put any work in this hostel. The only good thing is the location. Close to city center and cruise terminal.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room looked like it was falling apart, skirting boards coming away, peeling paint, we had trouble with the locks, couldn't get the radiator to work. Bathrooms were in a similar condition. Staff are unfriendly and unhelpful they clearly just don't care. You can't use the excuse of it being a "historic building" to avoid doing basic care and property maintenance. I have stayed in much nicer hostels in much poorer parts of the world and experienced better service and conditions. It's really a shame because the location is great.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Honestly spend your money staying at a hotel. This hostel was really quite gross - the kitchen and bathroom areas are so so dirty. The rooms are very loud due to the music blasting from the bar downstairs. This is a parry hostel even though it is not advertised as being one.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Great location and decent price for a private room (in comparison to other options in Vancouver). Very basic room, just a double bunk bed, and shared bathroom down the corridor. Bathroom wasn't great, there was nowhere to change for a shower so you either struggle in the tiny cubicle, or just get naked in the middle of the room! £70 per night feels like a lot when you think what you'd get elsewhere in the world, but Vancouver is a pricey city and if you're only planning on using the hostel as somewhere to sleep its not bad. We didn't use the shared kitchen facilities, so can't comment on them.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Bed linen and towels in the rooms. Fairly noisy, bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper
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By far the worst hostel experience I’ve ever had and I’ve stayed in lots of different hostels over the years (Europe, Asia and South America). The place stinks and our room is filthy. I’m writing this in bed right now and there’s legitimately a bloody bogie smeared across the wall next to me. For $300 for 2 nights you’d expect better. The showers and bathrooms are gross, tiny and cramped with wet towels all over the floor. The floors look like they never get cleaned and the rooms are roasting, little to no ventilation. We found multiple hairs all over our bed and our comforter stunk.
We’ve decided to cut our losses and book somewhere else. There’s no way we’re staying another night here. Also be warned there is a massive homeless site on Hastings literally a 5 min walk down the street which doesn’t look safe if you’re walking around at night.
We’ve decided to cut our losses and book somewhere else. There’s no way we’re staying another night here. Also be warned there is a massive homeless site on Hastings literally a 5 min walk down the street which doesn’t look safe if you’re walking around at night.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Homeless campsite within a 5 min walk
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It has nothing to do with the pictures ! No AC in the summer. The kitchen is full of people during lunch and dinner time, so no place to eat. The building is old, need renovation. I booked for one week, checked in and then I tried to find another hostel because I didn’t see myself here for one week. I asked for a refund due to my experience, staff was nice and work with me ! I got full refund
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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The building is very old floors are not level. There was a cat on lvl 2 that walks all over the place but you are not allowed to let it out. That is fine. The shower has no privacy just a curtain on the outside of a glass door so anyone can open it and have a perv. It is very overpriced for what you get.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: It would pay to pay a little more for better accommodation.
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Hello,
I apologize for the late reply! We do not accept Canadian passports as we do not accept locals! If you had another form of I.D proving your proof of residence, then you are good to stay with us!
Hello,
You have to be 19 years old to book a room with us!
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PRICE RANGE
C$88 - C$216 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
cambie hostel gastown hotel vancouver
LOCATION
CanadaBritish ColumbiaVancouverGastown / Central / Downtown
NUMBER OF ROOMS
40
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cambie Hostel Gastown
Which popular attractions are close to Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Nearby attractions include Find and Seek (0.3 km), Vancouver Mysteries (0.3 km), and Vancouver Lookout (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a stovetop.
What food & drink options are available at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Yes, paid public parking nearby is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Conveniently located restaurants include Purebread Bakery + Coffee, Jam Cafe YVR, and Brioche Ristorante.
Is Cambie Hostel Gastown located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.6 km away from the centre of Vancouver.
Are any cleaning services offered at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Yaletown (1.2 km), Engine 374 Pavilion (1.4 km), and Gaoler's Mews (0.3 km).