Directions to Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Map & directions

It's quick and affordable to get to Nanaimo and the Painted Turtle Guesthouse. We may be located on the largest island on the west coast of Canada - in the Pacific Ocean until you reach Japan - but we could not be easier to get to... Whether you are coming by water, land or air, expect the journey here to be an incredible part of your trip.

By sea - BC Ferries will bring you into a port that is only minutes from the Painted Turtle.

By air, get a window seat and enjoy the spectacular scenery enroute from Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary or Seattle to the regional airport in Nanaimo. The other way to fly is by seaplane which drops you off right at our front door step.

By Island driving, Nanaimo is centrally located on the Island and is easily accessible by the TransCanada and major Highways from the north, south and eastern destinations.

By bus, hop on Greyhound Canada's Island partner (Grayline) or the Tofino Bus. The Tofino Bus links the three Hostel International properties in Tofino, Nanaimo and Victoria.

There is a local bus stop directly in front of the Painted Turtle. Jump on a local bus, it will take you anywhere....go explore!