The Cona Hostel, aptly named with Strathcona Park outside its back door, is situated in the beautiful Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. There is no shortage of activities for travelers to enjoy in Courtenay. The Cona Hostel endeavours to provide clean, secure accommodation for the budget-minded traveler in a fun and exciting atmosphere.
The hostel is located downtown Courtenay in a newly renovated heritage building with great views overlooking the Courtenay River and Lewis Park. Also nearby are outdoor swimming pools, the Courtenay River Walkway, Kayak rentals, Mountain bike shop, the Sid Williams Live Theatre, art galleries, and live music, as well as the farmer's market and downtown shops and cafes. You can also go mountain biking down nearby
Mt. Washington or experience the crystal clear water of Horne Lake Caves! ...or just relax on a hammock or hang out by the river on the hostels new deck!
Some of the hostel amenities include a BBQ, board games, fooseball, tv/dvd, wireless internet, secure bike and board lock-up, free pancakes on weekends.
The owners of the Cona Hostel also operate the “Cona Shuttle and Tours Ltd” and are well informed about the area, striving to do their best to make a guest's stay a great experience! Groups and families are welcome. Phone to inquire: 1 (877) 490-CONA, (250) 331-0991.
"Supporting the Journey -- The Cona Hostel"
Hostel of the week, November 23rd to 29th 2010
submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada
The Lake Trail Guesthouse is in the woods and on the hiking and cycling trails, off the beaten path and away from the city. Walk out the door and you are surrounded by forest, lake, river, stunning waterfalls and mountain views--a great wilderness experience! The Lake Trail Guesthouse offers comfortable accommodation, where you can relax and regain energy after a busy day of activities. You can hike, cycle, swim, play in the potholes and waterfalls in the summer or ski Mt. Washington in the winter. Then you can recharge by a blazing campfire or lounge in a deck chair.
