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Pacific Spirit Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near University of British Columbia in Vancouver

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Exterior
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Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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1935 Lower Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1X1
  • Place, Museum of Anthropology at UBC
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, University of British Columbia
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Vancouver, BC (YVR-Vancouver Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Vancouver

Close to the beach.You'll find Museum of Anthropology at UBC and Wreck Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Vancouver hostel. University of British Columbia and UBC Botanical Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wreck Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Museum of Anthropology at UBC - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of British Columbia - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stanley Park - 23 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

  • Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Station - 20 min drive
  • YVR Airport Station - 20 min drive
  • Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Great Dane Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kinton Ramen - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Pacific Spirit Hostel

Hostel near University of British Columbia in Vancouver
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Pacific Spirit Hostel also features a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. For a fee, parking is available.

This Vancouver hostel is smoke free.

  • 174 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Dining venue
Pacific Spirit Hostel offers 174 accommodations. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CAD 20 per day)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 16 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 18 and May 14.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: CAD 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pacific Spirit Hostel to the airport?

Pacific Spirit Hostel is 10.1 mi (27-min drive) away from the Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pacific Spirit Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pacific Spirit Hostel.

How close is Pacific Spirit Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is a short 11-minute walk from Wreck Beach and 5.8 mi (13-min drive) from Kitsilano Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pacific Spirit Hostel offer free breakfast?

Pacific Spirit Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pacific Spirit Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn (15-min drive) and Great Canadian Casino (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Pacific Spirit Hostel?

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

Is there free parking at Pacific Spirit Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for CAD 20 per day.

Does Pacific Spirit Hostel have a pool?

Pacific Spirit Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Pacific Spirit Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Pacific Spirit Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Pacific Spirit Hostel to downtown Vancouver?

Pacific Spirit Hostel is 6.3 mi away from Vancouver.

Reviews

Pacific Spirit Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 206 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Antonio, duluth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis, Temeculaca

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, affordable, and a great location. I had a great sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ali

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

Budget Friendly accommodation

The property is not technically a hostel in my opinion. It is a university dorm (UBC). The main difference that I felt with a hostel was that this was individual single bed rooms with share washrooms/kitchens. I didn't see much of travellers vibe hanging together, altbough there was places for it either in the main lobby or in individual buildings. However, having said this, the property was reasonably priced in the over-priced city of Vancouver. So, if you are on a budget and don't mind an hour commute to get to downtown, this is a nice place to try. Very close to the beach, and also within 15 minutes walk to several eateries.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kibubi

Good place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjog

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for economic short visits. ~$100 CAD per day. Located in UBC campus its a good safe place. I will definitely visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thuan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It's a student dorm. That being said, it's clean and tidy (maybe too tidy, and minimalist).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s located inside the UBC. It’s very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very cozy, fully furnished - which helped organize my stuff in it. There was room for luggage, clothes, things, and for me to roam around. Bed mattress is on the hard side - which I really appreciate. Full back support. Linen was clean and staff were very accommodating. Note that there is no actual kitchen and one will not be able to cook for themselves. The food places around the near area are not the cheapest - but there is a Tim in the area. The area is beautiful University of BC. If you stay there, please find a day to just visit the various public buildings, the architecture is stunning and worth the visit. There is a local bar with a good happy hour at the AMS student nest, if you don't want to go too far for a drink. Sunsets are gorgeous as well, and there is a beach just a walk and a long staircase away. The only thing I'd change would be maybe putting some paper towels in the kitchenette area, and having some kind of curfew so people don't keep talking on the phone when someone is trying to sleep. It was a private room, but you could hear everything from other rooms, fyi if you are someone who talks - be mindful. Otherwise it was perfect. Thank you dear crew at the reception, and dear housekeeping team that made the visit comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Among all my travels, this was the first time staying in a hostel. The UBC grounds are spectacular. I definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the area, shared spaces cleaned daily, transit was converted. Definitely going to stay again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and in a safe beautiful community
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yordanka, Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, only hairdryers missing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidre

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great price and convenient location for graduation at ubc
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Miguel

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old amenity, no tv / wifi
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Caterina

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CECILIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and nice
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024