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HI Prince Rupert
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HI Prince Rupert, Pioneer Backpackers Inn
Prince Rupert, British Columbia
V8J 1K4
BC's North Coast feels more remote than it is, but Prince Rupert is a major hub that you can get to by road, air, rail or sea. It serves a gateway to Haida Gwaii, Alaska and the Yukon. HI Prince Rupert is inside a bright blue heritage building, close to the waterfront, Cow Bay and the stunning Museum of Northern BC.
- Walking distance to colourful Cow Bay
- Pay a visit to the Museum of Northern BC
- Hop on the ferry to Haida Gwaii
Open: Open year-round.
Reception closed 23:00 - 8:00
Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 11:00
Amenities
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Free wifi
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Wheelchair accessible
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Tourist Info
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Luggage storage
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Kitchen
A glimpse of the hostel
Rooms & Beds
Shared Rooms

4-Bed Room
Our men-only and women-only shared rooms have beds for four guests in two sets of bunk beds. Shared washrooms are down the hall.
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Individual Locker
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8-Bed Room
Everyone gets a bottom bunk in our eight-bed mixed-gender dorms in a larger room with separating walls for added privacy.
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Private 2 Bedroom Apartment
Pure luxury! Spacious apartment with 2 bright queen bedrooms, ensuite bath, a flat-screen TV, fully equipped kitchen, and living room with fireplace. Sleeps 4
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Ensuite bathroom
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Private Rooms

Private Room
Sleep like three peas in a pod with a Houston-style bunk which is a double bed on the bottom and a single bed on top. Sleeps 3. It's small yet cozy.
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Private Double Room
Get a bit of privacy for less in a cozy private room with double bed. Room also offers a desk and bedside lights. Sleeps 2.
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Private Room Ensuite
Treat yourself to this premium room with queen bed, ensuite bath with toiletries and a flat-screen TV for your entertainment pleasure. Sleeps 2.
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Group Bookings
HI Prince Rupert, Pioneer Backpackers Inn has loads of character, as the building is one of Prince Rupert's historic homes, only half a block from the main drag. Completely renovated with a recently built addition for private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, this accommodation is ideal for groups of up to 38 with various room requirements.

HI Prince Rupert, Pioneer Backpackers Inn
167 3rd Avenue East, Prince Rupert
British Columbia , V8J 1K4