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SameSun Backpacker Lodge

1018 Granville St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 1L5, Canada (Formerly Global Village Backpackers) (Downtown)
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London, United Kingdom
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20 hotel reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

I'm impressed with this hostel, for the budget backpacker or even holidaymaker this is a great place to stay, if you're on a budget. There's the free breakfast (toast, bagels, muffins, orange juice plus spreads) and free wireless, it's location is very much in the middle of downtown and just a 10 minute walk from a Skytrain stop or seconds... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

This place is great for people traveling on a budget - they provide free breakfast, a $5 dinner special every night (small serves but you can't really complain for 5 bucks) and some reasonable drink specials. To be honest the rooms are pretty average... We stayed in a 6 person dorm and there wasn't enough floor or locker space to... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Average about sums it up. Unfortunately there really isn't a good hostel in the centre of Vancouver, and until one open up this one will do. People say it is overpriced however if you look around Vancouver I'm afraid this is a pretty average price for a hostel, you have to be realistic Vancouver is an expensive city. It has... More

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The place couldn't be more well located, in the middle of downtown, you almost don't need public transport for anything. The breakfast is really good for hostel standards. It's great if you're staying by yourself, because of the common area. It's big with a good kitchen, pool table,tv room, and sits all around, making it easy to enroll yourself at... More

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Yeppoon, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I first stayed here when I first arrived in Vancouver, throughly enjoyed this hostel. Yeah, its a LITTLE rough around the edges, but it is a BACKPACKERS not a hotel. All i look for in a backpackers is a CLEAN bed, CLEAN bathroom and helpful staff. SameSun provides this and MUCH MUCH more. Not only providing a great kitchen and... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

Stayed here for a few nights while we were in Vancouver. We had a twin room. Room was simple but had everything you could need. Unfortunately they don't enforce the 'not washing after 11' so often we were kept up till after 12 by the noisy washer/driers. Breakfast is good and it is close to a lot if attractions.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

The owner needs to have a look and see how their guests are get treated and watch how the staff clean the rooms, THEY DON'T, besides pushing around a vacuum at the entry of the door. Mattresses are terrible. Only good thing is the free stale breakfast and location. Not worth $30 a night though, that's for sure. Not happy!

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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013 via mobile

I stay here whenever I go to van. One of the best backpackers I've stayed in. Friendly staff n friendly travellers. I've always made friends wen staying here. Cool bar downstairs too. Its a little run down but that's the only downside. Great location

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013 via mobile

Really live this place, close to everything downtown and right on Granville. Access to Stanley park, Granville island and nightlife. The staff were super friendly and offered up some good spots to check out in van. Common room is decent, pool table and movie room. Rooms are pretty average for a hostel but clean. Need earplugs on the weekend. The... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

The free breakfast is fantastic, juice, coffee, muffins, bagels & fruit salad. Great movie room! This hostel is in a busy street but isn't too loud, I would suggest ear plugs if you are an early sleeper. The street the hostel is in is a little sketchy, however there was always so many people walking around the street and bouncers... More

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Also Known As:
Samesun Backpacker Hotel Vancouver
Samesun Backpacker Hotel
Address: 1018 Granville St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 1L5, Canada (Formerly Global Village Backpackers)
Region: Canada > British Columbia > Vancouver > Downtown
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Kitchenette Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #10 of 34 Speciality lodging in Vancouver
Price range (per night): INR1,833 - 4,665
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The largest hostel in downtown Vancouver with a central location in the entertainment district . We boast a clean environment with a great atmosphere and friendly staff. Everything you need in a hostel!Clean, comfortable, safe and fun - SameSun Vancouver is the place to stay in Vancouver! You get what you pay for in this city, so if you want the best experience for your stay in Vancouver, check out the #1 rated hostel in the city! ... more   less 
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