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.
Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) - 5 min drive
Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 32 min drive
Pitt Meadows, BC (YPK) - 48 min drive
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 104 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 29.9 miles/48.1 km
Vancouver Waterfront Station - 5 min walk
Pacific Central Station - 19 min walk
Vancouver, BC (XEA-Vancouver Pacific Central Station) - 19 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
La Casita - 3 min walk
Nemesis Coffee - 2 min walk
Café Kitsuné - 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 Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. 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 Granville Street and Rogers Arena. 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.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
No onsite parking
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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 15.00 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)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.
Is parking offered on site at Cambie Hostel Gastown?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Cambie Hostel Gastown.
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 8 minutes' walk from Vancouver Waterfront. Travelers give top marks for the hostel's prime location.
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Reviews
Cambie Hostel Gastown Reviews
7.0
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6.8
Cleanliness
7.2
Location
7.8
Staff & service
6.2
Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2025
Clean room and amenities, very convenient when you are visiting Vancouver
Rahul Shivansh
Rahul Shivansh, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2025
It was a comfortable place to stay for a night.
Faith Mae
Faith Mae, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
Clean room and facility. Friendly, helpful staff
Justin
Justin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
Great staff, location and great restaurant downstairs
paul
paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
great location
great common area
jadie
jadie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2026
Amazing cultural experience. There's a popping bar downstairs too, so you don't have a far way back after a few drinks! It's centrally located, near trains and buses, if you do go further. Roberto at the front desk is a real sweetheart; he's there to help with anything you'll need. Even if it's just to chat, or lock yourself out like I did. The hotel cats are sooo cute and nice to play with. The kitties really make Cambie feel like home! I can't wait to see them again!
Isaiah
Isaiah, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
The staff are friendly and helpful.
Luciana
Luciana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2025
Great service
Alexandra
Alexandra, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 17, 2026
It was alright, obviously you get what you pay for, I didn't like that there was a separate fee to rent a towel. Also had to buy a lock. There wasn't too much noise except when there was karaoke one night but I was far enough away from it that it wasn't too disturbing when I was trying to sleep. I only had 1 other person in my 4 person room the entire 3 night stay. It's very close to the things I wanted to do.
Gage
Gage, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2025
Near the clothing and attractions
ThanhTam
ThanhTam, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 27, 2025
Very conveniently located. Facility is an old hotel with creepy and uneven floors - depending on your POV adds character or just old. I only stayed a couple nights and it was perfect for taking the bus to hike in the mountains.
Teresa
Teresa, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2025
The Cambie Hostel in Gastown offers what travelers on a budget are looking for: a safe, warm place to sleep, a hot shower, a place to store/cook food & eat, laundry facilities, a couch to lounge on.
Its proximity to the Skytrain/downtown are the trade-off for bar's loud music & old building. I think it's well worth it.
I would suggest visitors bring earplugs & an open mind. It's not a hotel and it doesn't claim to be - it's an affordable, safe way to visit an amazing city.
Marcia
Marcia, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2025
An excellent hostel in a great locatiom
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
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
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
A very good hostel in a very good and safe location.
James
James, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2025
Great location, and polite staff. Unfortunately, it can get noisy if theres any special event at the bar downstairs, and you might struggle sleeping. Just be aware of that. Other than that, bed was confortable, staff was friendly.
Carolina
Carolina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
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
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8/10 Very good
Mar 17, 2025
Good location
Amir
Amir, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Thanks for nice stay because I love club music and dance music.very exciting hotel !
hajime
hajime, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
Good location
Clean
Amir
Amir, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 17, 2024
Amazing place, the location is the best, I love it
Miroslava
Miroslava, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 24, 2024
It was great for a couple nights and on a budget. Great location!
Renerose
Renerose, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
The hostel was clean and convenient.
Selina
Selina, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2025
Really good! The people there were so nice and it’s close to everything!
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
A good hostel in a great location. Within
walking distance of Granville St, Waterfront
Skytrain station and Rogers Arena.