Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Gastown at Cambie Hostel Gastown, where a short walk from Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Canada Place awaits. Enjoy arcade games, unwind with happy hour at The Cambie Bar & Grill or simply relax with in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and prime location.
Reviews
6.86.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi
Non-smoking
Restaurant
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Restaurant and bar/lounge
24-hour front desk
Arcade/game room
Computer station
Communal living room
Snack bar/deli
ATM/banking services
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
$171 nightly
The total price is $204
$204 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Shared/communal kitchen
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Shared/communal kitchen
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Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Vancouver Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Canada Place - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
BC Place Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) - 5 min drive
Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 31 min drive
Pitt Meadows, BC (YPK) - 42 min drive
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 123 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 128 min drive
Vancouver Waterfront Station - 5 min walk
Pacific Central Station - 20 min walk
Vancouver, BC (XEA-Vancouver Pacific Central Station) - 20 min walk
Waterfront Metro Station - 4 min walk
Stadium-Chinatown Station - 5 min walk
Granville Station - 9 min walk
Restaurants
The Cambie - 1 min walk
Revolver - 1 min walk
Nemesis Coffee - 2 min walk
Cielito Lindo - 3 min walk
La Casita - 2 min walk
About this property
Cambie Hostel Gastown
Cambie Hostel Gastown offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Vancouver Waterfront and Rogers Arena. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. This Victorian hostel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Granville Street. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Waterfront Metro Station is 4 minutes and Stadium-Chinatown Station is 5 minutes.
Languages
English, Filipino, French, Japanese, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
43 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 19
Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
24-hour offsite parking within 1148 ft (CAD 30 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1897
ATM/banking
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Arcade/game room
Lockers available
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap
Hair dryer (on request)
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Special features
Dining
The Cambie Bar & Grill - This gastropub serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CAD 10.00 per person, per stay
Optional extras
Towels are available for an extra charge of CAD 5 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs CAD 30 per day (1148 ft away; open 24 hours)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 43 mi (69.2018 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests should be aware that one cat resides at this property.
Cambie Hostel Gastown Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Vancouver
Frequently asked questions
Does Cambie Hostel Gastown offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cambie Hostel Gastown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn (4-min drive) and Grand Villa Casino Hotel and Conference Centre (12-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Cambie Hostel Gastown and nearby?
Cambie Hostel Gastown has an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Cambie Bar & Grill.
What's the area around Cambie Hostel Gastown like?
Cambie Hostel Gastown is a short 4-minute walk from Waterfront Metro Station and 7 minutes' walk from Vancouver Waterfront. Travelers give top marks for the hostel's prime location.
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Cambie Hostel Gastown Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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6.6/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Location
Room
Bar
Kitchen
Bed
Live music
Food
Bathroom
Ambience
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aug 8, 2025
Was a great vibe and super friendly staff
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2025
Great staff, location and great restaurant downstairs
paul
paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 16, 2025
Great common room vibes
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 5, 2025
great location
great common area
jadie
jadie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 3, 2025
Nice stay. Rooms were a bit hot. Lovely area.
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 15, 2025
Perfect
antoine
antoine, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 15, 2025
Kitchen, common area very nice
Ibrahim
Ibrahim, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 11, 2025
The front desk has a great attitude
miguel angel
miguel angel, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 18, 2025
Not bad
HARPREET SINGH
HARPREET SINGH, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 11, 2025
Overall it was a great experience
Akshraj
Akshraj, 4-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 25, 2025
It's a hostel, nothing fancy and the bar music is loud but it's inexpensive and right next to waterfront. They offer a great discount at the attached bar too
Clayton
Clayton, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 12, 2025
Everything is okay, but there's a pub downstairs. It gets a bit lousy at night.
Soluomen
Soluomen, 7-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2025
It was a fantastic stay at the prime location close to the rail station. Special Thanx to the bar situated right next door. I had my favorite fish and chips and delicious Canadian beer.
William
William, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 14, 2025
sometimes is loud, but is always clean, and the personal, jose , fer, front desk very friendly
miguel angel
miguel angel, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jun 9, 2025
Good location, building
michelle
michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 10, 2025
I loved my week-long stay at the Cambie Gastown. The toughest thing was the loud music from the bar, but I was able to sleep through it because I walked 15,000 steps each day exploring the city. I will recommend it, and I would stay there again.
Jaime
Jaime, 7-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 18, 2025
It was okay stay for me
saurabh
saurabh, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 25, 2025
Great time there, friendly staff. Just be mindful about roommates.
Andy
Andy, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 30, 2025
It’s a nice place near waterfront! Good ambiance with nice and friendly staff! Close to everything that a tourist need it!
Hamid Bozorg
Hamid Bozorg, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 31, 2025
I like it
Ashirmyrat
Ashirmyrat, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 29, 2025
Good
Rohan
Rohan, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 28, 2025
Good
Eojin
Eojin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2025
Cats, Simba and swaga are sooooo friendly
Rohan
Rohan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Great location and shared kitchen was a great place to meet and chat with new friends. Better bunks would be a good improvement with an outlet and curtain for each guest. Loved it overall!
James
James, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Aug 11, 2025
I was made to feel incredibly uncomfortable and afraid to stay due to the men in my room. The hostel itself might have been ok but I was lowly fearing for my life.