The Riding Fool Hostel

2705 Dunsmuir Avenue, Cumberland. ( 0.1 km from City Center. )

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About The Riding Fool Hostel

Offering mountain bike storage and an on-site bike shop, this restored heritage hostel is located in Cumberland, on Vancouver Island. It is 35 km from the biking trails at Mount Washington. Each room at The Riding Fool Hostel has Wi-Fi and a shared bathroom. Linens are provided. Guests can cook in the common kitchen or grab a coffee in the on-site cafe. The common room have a woodstove and a billiards table. The staff at The Cumberland Riding Fool Hostel is knowledgeable about the surrounding area and maps are available for mountain biking trips. The oceanfront city of Courtenay is 9 km away from The Riding Fool. Comox Lake is 20 minutes away

Good to know

Hotel Check-In
Check-in
15:00:00 – 21:00:00
Hotel Check-Out Check-out
00:00:00 – 10:30:00
Hotel Policies - Cancellation and prepayment conditions Cancellation/prepayment
Cancellation & prepayment policies vary according to room type, please enter dates of your stay & check your selected room cancelation policy.
Property Internet Services/WIFI AvailabilityInternet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Accommodation ParkingParking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
Are pets allowed in hotel room?Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Children and Extra Bed Policy / Cots in the roomChildren and extra bed policy.
Children of any age are allowed. No cots are available. No extra beds are available.

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Room Types & Availability

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Special Requests & Questions

You can write a special request after your booking is complete! Special requests cannot be guaranteed - but the The Riding Fool Hostel will do its best to meet your needs.

Facilities & Services

  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Books, DVDs, music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • WiFi available in all areas
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Water park
  • Lockers
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Cycling
  • Heating
  • Luggage storage
  • WiFi
  • Ski storage
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Designated smoking area
  • Snack bar
  • Sun terrace
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Shared kitchen
  • Bicycle rental (additional charge)
  • Internet services
  • Darts
  • Billiards
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
  • Skiing
  • Family rooms
  • Games room
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking

Hostels Policies

These are general property policies. As they may vary per room type, please also check the room description & availability
Internet WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
Pets Pets are not allowed.
Children and extra bed policy Children of any age are allowed. No cots are available. No extra beds are available.

Cards Accepted at This Property

American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard,

accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Payment & Cancellation Conditions

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type, for exact conditions please enter dates of your stay and check your selected room cancelation policy.

The Riding Fool Hostel Reviews and Ratings


Currently we have 190 reviews, rated at 9.3. Guest reviews are written by our customers (families with children, mature couples, groups of friends, solo travellers and young couples)

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Important information

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply. Guests with children older than 5 years of age are asked to contact the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Nearby Restaurants and Shops

There are a variety of shops and restaurants near our accommodation - The Riding Fool Hostel. During your stay, you and your family or group can enjoy a short walk to these nearby destinations. Whether you like pizza, sandwiches, steaks or a little of everything. And, if you want to pick up some souvenirs or gifts in Cumberland, you'll find everything you need in the town's little boutiques and shops.

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