In Nanaimo .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Long Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Frank Crane Arena with a stay here. Departure Bay Beach and Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 450 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property Registration Number H432835790, 5031848
Crystal Hollows Lake View Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
10 - Excellent
17
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
8 - Good
3
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Linda J.
Mar 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Absolutely wonderful suite. Super clean, quiet awesome space and great view. Highly recommend.
Linda J.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim F.
Feb 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
Very comfortable and had everything you could need. Private, quiet and nice view. Close to what I needed.
Kim F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
4/10 Poor
Joel E.
Jan 29, 2025
Its ok property but the details...
Enter the property through a lock that was very fidgety and took many attempts to get it to operate properly. The space was reasonably welcoming and inviting and had adequate kitchen and amenities however you could distinctly tell that there is no effort to allow much natural lighting to enter the space and despite being facing an open lake it is quite dark. The bed was just comfortable enough to sleep on but not when I would want to spend considerable time sleeping on and had considerable wear and tear on it and the way the bedroom was laid out I found myself bumping my toes on things constantly. During my third morning there was a leak of smelly fluid that came from what appeared to be the boiler room and I reached out to Craig immediately and I was met with the response that it would be dealt with but not much in the way of an apology or any empathy for my situation as I had to relocate to a local coffee shop to work that morning and it was a major inconvenience. I had to throw out some of my clothes as a result of the smelly fluid reaching my luggage and causing an odor that I did not want to have to deal with and was unable to return to the suite due to smell. Maybe this is a minor detail but there were dog poos all over the lawn which detracted from my overall experience of coming to a homely environment to stay presentation wise. The faucet was loose the towel rack, loose. toilet had trouble flushing. got clogged multiple times overall space could use more care
Joel E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Cheryl B., Manitoba, Canada
Oct 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Really clean but too dark for us.
The property was clean and the kitchen was very well appointed. The property was too dark for us (but we like lots of light) - it is the bottom level of a house with windows facing only south under a large deck for the upper level sticking out several feet from the house. However the view once out on the patio (also under the deck) was lovely. We thought from the pictures in the listing that it had more light. There was not much sound barrier between the suite and upstairs - the people upstairs were not overly loud but we could hear their TV well. The skeleton bride and groom in the living room were a little creepy for us, but would be absolutely perfect for hallowe'en fans.
Cheryl B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katanya B.
Sep 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
What a gem!!
Such a pleasant cozy spot overlooking the lake. A quiet neighborhood. An absolute gem!!đâ¤ď¸ and the spooky season decorations were a most hilarious touch!! Love it!!
Katanya B.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
Aug 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you!
Everything was perfect. Good communication with owner, great directions, clean place, just as described. I would not hesitate to stay again.
Sarah S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Barb L.
Aug 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Barb L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Place was perfect for our stay! Would definitely book again
Mary
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole P., Red Deer
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
The property was in a quiet location. It was easy to book and good contact with the owners. Had everything we needed. Our two year old wasnât sure what to think of the life sized skeletons at first but he got used to them quickly and found them funny. The bed was very comfy and the patio was lovely for morning tea and breakfast. We would stay again
Nicole P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mandy K., Calgary, Canada
Jul 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We enjoyed our stay at Crystal Hollows. It was very clean. We loved the Halloween theme and the views of the lake. Easy self check in. My only suggestion is for the sofa bed. It was quite uncomfortable and could use an update or pillow topper. I was glad it was my kids on there and not me!
Mandy K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janet H.
Jul 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
We loved the view and the porch overlooking the lake. We appreciated the haunted house theme as that kept it memorable. I was able to easily walk to the shopping center in 10 minutes, though I stopped often to take pictures of the lake and setting. I doubt I ever get back to Vancouver from Ohio, but if I did, would definitely stay here again.
Janet H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phoebe Z.
Jun 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The place is amazing
We stayed in this place for one night when I took my family to visit Nanaimo.
Itâs a cozy and nice place with super nice view.
The decoration is special. My son had to ask me to cover the skeleton at night because he said heâs a little bit scared of them. đ
The location is very convenient as well.
In all, I give 100% recommend of the place to anyone who is going to visit Nanaimo.
Phoebe Z.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
M K.
Apr 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay
Very clean, spacious, well equipped suite. Not a big fan of the "Hunted House" decoration though. The stove fan was very loud. Outside deck was a bonus! Enjoyed having coffee there in the morning. It was a pleasant stay over all.
Thank you!
M K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jaime P.
Apr 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The kids and I loved it! So beautiful
I loved it
Jaime P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jordan C.
Jan 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
4 night stay
Great communication from the hosts and a pleasure to deal with. Great value and walkable distance to some amenities. Wouldnât hesitate to book again! Thanks Craig and Tricia!
Jordan C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
J S.
Dec 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Vancouver Island
Excelent home base to tour northern Vancouver island.
Very nice, clean, homey.
J S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jess A.
Oct 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy with a view
We stayed here for 6 days while getting settled into our new home. After driving across the country, this was the perfect place. It backs onto a gorgeous landscape of lake and mountain ranges, and feels a bit like a cabin, with the viewing deck being my most favourite part.
The privacy is unmatched, as no one can really see in with the way it's situated. All amenities you could possibly need, and quite spacious for the two of us. Comfy beds, soft sheets, quality pillows. The couch is big and cozy for two.
We found it to be very quiet, and we didn't have any issues with dog toys dropping above us. In fact, the dog was quite sweet and friendly!
Great spot, and will absolutely recommend to friends and family when they visit!
This was a very beautiful, neat, quaint, well-stocked accommodation with a lovely view and the hosts were communicative and welcoming. We enjoyed our stay here and were able to relax and wind down at the end of each day.
Charis
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Aug 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great View!
Our favorite Nanaimo stay yet! Beautiful view of Long Lake from the patio. Fun homey vibe, comfy beds, lots of hot water and had everything else we needed! Would love to stay here again!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barbara S.
Jul 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
From vancouver
Great view with all the amenities needed. Easy to check in and very quiet.
Barbara S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Gregory
Jul 20, 2023
Disliked: Amenities
Likes-
Comfortable bed
Lovely view
Nice kitchen
Dislikes-
Kitchen had no sal& pepper
Most places we have stayed always supply cream , sugar and complimentary fruit and muffins.
No hair dryer
No mirror and poor lighting in bathroom
Television was hit and miss for working.
Large dog to great and bark at you on arrival
I believe the dogâs wakeup time was at 6 am so donât plan on sleeping in! Started dropping a what sounded like a ball right over our heads early!
Suite was decorated in a halloween theme , nicely done but made no sense to me.