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Riding Fool Accommodation

2.0 star property
Get ready to play! Enjoy high-speed internet while taking breaks from thrilling games or bike rides around town.

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Located in the heart of the action, Riding Fool Accommodation offers a lively retreat with a terrace, coffee shop/cafe, and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, grab a snack at the deli or unwind with bike rentals and barbecue grills - previous guests loved it!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Room options

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Room, 1 Double Bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
4 bathrooms
Living room
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
4 bathrooms
Living room
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
4 bathrooms
Living room
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
4 bathrooms
Living room
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Cumberland is home to Riding Fool Accommodation. Sid Williams Theatre and Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Courtenay and District Memorial Outdoor Pool and Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing.
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2705 Dunsmuir Avenue, Cumberland, BC, V0R 1S0

What's nearby

  • Cumberland Dog Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Vancouver Island Visitor Centre - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Little River Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Mount Washington Alpine Resort - 28 min drive - 36.8 km

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tin Town Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Quality Foods - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Grind - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Riding Fool Accommodation

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Riding Fool Accommodation and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and an arcade/game room. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Barbecue grills, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Riding Fool Accommodation offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Blackout drapes/curtains and window screens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Riding Fool Hostel Cumberland
Riding Fool Hostel
Riding Fool Cumberland
Riding Fool
Riding Fool Hostel
Riding Fool Accommodation Hotel
Riding Fool Accommodation Cumberland
Riding Fool Accommodation Hotel Cumberland

Frequently asked questions

Is Riding Fool Accommodation pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riding Fool Accommodation?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riding Fool Accommodation?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riding Fool Accommodation located?

Situated in Cumberland, this hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Cumberland Dog Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Vancouver Island Visitor Centre and Landmark Cinemas Courtenay. Sid Williams Theatre and Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Riding Fool Accommodation Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for our overnight stay, lady at reception was very helpful, facilities excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend this place! Was great location for our family mountain bike holiday
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Funky. Interesting. The staff were terrific.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Maggie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean. Very unique place. The staff was very trusting which was very nice, thank you so much for your hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well-kept, also comfortable and cozy. The perfect break!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shantz Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very nice and clean. It is along the road but it is very quiet. The kitchen and washrooms are very clean as well. 1000/100
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Amenities
Well equipped. Bright and clean. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadly it was not quiet when I stayed here. The hostel was full and many people trickled in on. A Friday night between 10pm- 12am. Lots of loud talking in front of the rooms and talking down the hallways to others who in the common room. Noisy people in the common room. I wouldn’t recommend Room#1 - it’s right beside the common rooms and kitchen and you hat everything. Beds are on the harder sister. Based on other accommodations in the area, not sure the cost justified the experience. Cleanliness was excellent and its a cute place - just not great for a single person I guess.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Althea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy.d the old building which is clean and comfortable. However, we had a double bed up against the wall which made it difficult to get up in the night. We would like to book a queen bed if that is possible as my husband is a big man, another time. Thanks Althea
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fantastic place to stay in Cumberland. Right in the centre of the village, easily walkable to everything. Great common room and kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully organised and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool table.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, fun place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cumberland rules and so does this hostel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super quaint, private, quiet and comfortable for a hostel. The common area was incredibly relaxing in the evening, like being at home. I’d stay here again, for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful common area - well stocked kitchen area. Everything you could need.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is definitely worthy to go there and spend time over. We wish to have an opportunity to stay longer ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique and interesting property. Clean, comfortable, well equipped for relaxing, cooking your own meals, and enjoying Cumberland. I wouldn't stay anywhere else.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location. So clean. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stay in the heart of Cumberland

Riding Fool is a hidden gem. Located on the main street in Cumberland, there are great restaurants, a brewery, a bakery and a great bar located all within a block or two. The trails are a short ride down the street. Rooms are very clean, bathrooms are clean and located close to the rooms. A great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bike friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience at this hostel. Clean safe quiet, well, equipped, kitchen and funky vibe. Good communication. In a charming small community. Would stay here again absolutely.*****!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good as usual
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Riding Fool Hostel never disappoints. Staff have always been friendly and helpful. Rooms and washrooms are clean and well stocked. The only issue we had, given the warm seasonal temperatures, was that the rooms were uncomfortably hot at night. Fans were available however, they were not quite enough to keep the air flowing. Maybe an unreasonable suggestion but a vent at bottom of door and top of door frame would likely assist in drawing in the air-conditioned air from the common areas. Otherwise, amazing stay as usual. See you next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025