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Pacific Spirit Hostel: Your Top Choice Among Vancouver Hostels

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Available mid-May to mid-August

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Private single or twin rooms

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Complementary high-speed Wi-Fi

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Laundry facilities

From $85 per night
  • What are your Front Desk hours?icon

    The Front Desk is open 24 hours and guests are welcome to check in any time after 3pm. Please note that from September to mid-May, Conferences and Accommodation staff are available from 7am to midnight seven days a week. Between the hours of midnight and 7am staff at the Front Desk is available for emergencies and after hour check-ins.

  • Do We Offer Discounts?icon

    We do offer promotional discounts on occasion. Promotional prices are automatically reflected in your room rates. If you are looking for a group booking rate, please contact our sales office at conferences@housing.ubc.ca or visit ubcconferences.com for more information.

Directions
Check in time

3:00 pm

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Reservations Office

5961 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 2C9

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All the amenities you need, located within 25 minutes of downtown

If you are looking for a unique West Coast accommodation, stunning surroundings of Vancouver, and easy-access to exciting attractions, all at budget-friendly rates, we invite you to stay in our Pacific Spirit Hostel.

Our budget-friendly rooms offer convenience as they are situated no more than 25 minutes away from Vancouver’s downtown core and are within walking distance of the iconic Wreck Beach, spectacular museums, galleries, and traditional gardens. Transportation is easily accessible as well, with a major bus exchange located on campus.

Our rooms offer incredible value, giving guests the ability to take advantage of stunning Vancouver views and easy access to all of Vancouver’s most iconic sites.

Features & Amenities

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Private, single and double rooms

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Shared lounge with LCD TV

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On-site laundry

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Bed linens, towels, and bath amenities provided

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Shared washroom

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Paid parking available

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Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi

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No air conditioning

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Pacific Spirit Hostel: Your Top Choice Among Vancouver Hostels

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FAQ

  • Services and Amenities
  • General
  • Location and directions
  • Front Desk Hours

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    The Front Desk is open 24 hours and guests are welcome to check in any time after 3pm. Please note that from September to mid-May, Conferences and Accommodation staff are available from 7am to midnight seven days a week. Between the hours of midnight and 7am staff at the Front Desk is available for emergencies and after hours check-ins.

  • Parking

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    Parking is available for the nightly fee of $20 or under.

  • Pet Policy

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    Pets are not permitted in any of our guest rooms. Service Animals are permitted with proper documentation, which must be presented at check in.

  • Rollaway Beds

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    Rollaway beds are not provided. If you require more than one bed, please enquire about our West Coast Suites and One Bedroom Suites at the Gage Apartments, which have pullout sofas in the living room.

    The Pacific Spirit Hostel has a twin bed option, which is a room that has two separate beds.

  • Pool and Fitness Facilities

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    There are two fitness facilities centrally located on the campus, the Bird Coop and the Arc. Additionally, there is a Gold’s Gym located at the University Village. The UBC Aquatic Center offers public access to the pool at designated times for a small fee. Please refer to their website for up to date times.

  • Breakfast

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    Breakfast is not included in the room rate. Please enquire with our Front Desk Staff for recommendations on nearby breakfast options.

  • Restaurants

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    Along with many hotel suites having a kitchenette, there are a variety of food outlets around the UBC Campus. Please enquire at the front desk for locations and hours of operation.

  • Laundry Facilities

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    Laundry Facilities are available at each of our properties. Refillable Laundry cards are available at the Front Desk for a $5 deposit. Guests are responsible for the cost of each load of laundry.

  • Toiletries

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    At West Coast Suites and Gage Suites, we provide our guests with the following toiletries: Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap, hair dryer, toilet paper, tissues and towels. We also provide additional toiletries at the front desk at no additional cost, these consist of tooth brushes, toothpaste, floss, razors, earplugs and sleep masks. All toiletries can be replenished upon request.

    Pacific Spirit Hostel guests are provided with free soap and shampoo.

  • Playpens

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    At West Coast Suites and Gage Suites, playpens are available on request and can be set up in one-bedroom suites. If you require a playpen to be set up in your room prior to your arrival, please request this when making your booking or contact our reservations team.

  • EV Charging

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    For guests at West Coast Suites and Gage Suites, we have 4 EV charging stations available (Charger ID: BCT1-BCT4) in our underground parkade. If you require EV charging, we recommend you download the SWITCH app prior to your arrival. At check-in, please ask a Front Desk Representative for SWITCH EV charging access code. Once parked, follow the app instructions accordingly to complete your parking transaction.

    For guests at Pacific Spirit Hostel, the nearest EV charging station can be found in the lower level of the Fraser River Parkade.

  • Check-in/Check-out

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    Check in time is 3:00 pm and check out time is 11:00 am.

  • Cancellation Policy

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    Reservations should be cancelled 1 day prior to your arrival date in order to avoid a one night charge. Reservations can be cancelled online by using the confirmation number you were provided with at the time of booking.

    24-hour cancellation policies are not applicable to non-refundable rates and not applicable to stays between December 6-8, 2024.

  • Availability of Year Round Accommodations

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    West Coast Suites and our Gage Studios are available year round. Gage Apartments (One and two-bedroom) and Pacific Spirit Hostel are only available for reservations from mid-May until mid-August. We do not offer monthly rates during the summer season.

Why Choose Pacific Spirit Hostel Among Vancouver Hostels?

Located steps away from stunning Wreck Beach, Pacific Spirit Hostel gives you the freedom to enjoy all that Vancouver has to offer.

Whether you are travelling alone, or with a group of friends during the summer months, Pacific Spirit Hostel accommodates any budget. Single or double rooms are simple but functional and have shared washrooms and lounges with complimentary Wi-Fi.

Situated on UBC’s campus, and within half an hour of the downtown core and other attractions, you can enjoy your stay in comfort while taking in the sites. Pacific Spirit Hostel is also close to the major public transit hub, so you can relax and travel around the city without the worry of finding parking or sitting in traffic if you don’t want to drive.

UBC building operations are carbon neutral with heating and power provided by Biomass generation and Hydro Electricity, making them environmentally friendly and a great choice for the conscious traveller in the group.

On-site parking with daily and weekly parking passes as an option, and close to other transportation preferences as well, this simple yet comfortable Vancouver hostel is available from mid-May to mid-August and boasts comfort and accessibility for travellers, experienced or not.

The Pacific Spirit Hostel is manned 24 hours a day, from the front desk staff to conference and housekeeping staff. If you have a need, there is always someone on-site to assist you. This also increases security, and ensures the safety of the building and visitors, giving you peace of mind at all times.

Close to a variety of food choices around the campus, you can dine within any budget while still experiencing a culinary journey that you may not have back at home. From late-night cafes to restaurants and bars, there is something for everyone.

Surrounded by natural wonders such as the 10 km Seawall Loop that encloses Stanley Park, or the summertime popular Spanish Banks Beach park with 16 acres of sand for everyone to enjoy. The Pacific Spirit Hostel is in the center of nature while operating in an environmentally sound capacity.

Within half an hour of the downtown core, historical Gastown, and other attractions, you can enjoy your stay in comfort while taking in the sites, sounds, and culture that Vancouver has to offer.

Unwind with a game of golf or take a leisurely walk through the notable Nitobe Memorial Garden or UBC Botanical Garden. Make new friends at the UBC Farm and enjoy the fresh air in the UBC Rose Garden. You can escape the hustle of city life within minutes.

If you are looking for a cultural experience, the Pacific Spirit Hostel is also in proximity to places such as the Beaty Biodiversity Museum and the Museum of Anthropology, for the art critic, take in the imagination and vision of contemporary artists at the Morris and Helen Belkin Art Gallery. There is something for everyone in this vibrant city.

A hostel that is more than just a hostel.

Most hostels provide just a bed, but with the Pacific Spirit Hostel you get a comfortable double or single room, bed linens and towels are provided for your comfort, and a dedicated workspace allows you to prepare for the following day, or just to relax and browse social media on your laptop.

With shared washrooms and a shared lounge, you can travel with friends, or make new friends and still have privacy and security at night.

On-site laundry facilities are available, with laundry cards provided at the front desk.

Complimentary Wi-Fi allows you to keep in touch with family and friends while you travel, allowing quick and easy uploads to social media so you can share your adventures.

While the hostel is only available in the summer months, it is the perfect place to feel safe and cozy while you explore the city and the stunning nature that is surrounding you.

For the person in the city for a conference, the hostel’s dedicated workspace within the room allows you to prepare notes, and speeches or even just to diarize or blog the day’s events comfortably.

The Pacific Spirit Hostel is also a great resource if you are advertising rooms at low rates for guests attending your event.

Check Availability
  • What are your Front Desk hours?icon

    The Front Desk is open 24 hours and guests are welcome to check in any time after 3pm. Please note that from September to mid-May, Conferences and Accommodation staff are available from 7am to midnight seven days a week. Between the hours of midnight and 7am staff at the Front Desk is available for emergencies and after hour check-ins.

  • Do We Offer Discounts?icon

    We do offer promotional discounts on occasion. Promotional prices are automatically reflected in your room rates. If you are looking for a group booking rate, please contact our sales office at conferences@housing.ubc.ca or visit ubcconferences.com for more information.

Directions

Check in time

3:00 pm

Directions

View on maps

Reservations Office

5961 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 2C9