Pacific Spirit Hostel

UBC campus is beautiful

Pros: Staying on the UBC campus was a nice way for me to recover from a minor surgery when coming from out of town. There are so many peaceful, green spots nearby. The kitchen was helpful to have.

Cons: Some of the guests were messy in shared showers (hair, etc)

Pros: Excellent location on campus close to the coast. Good opportunity to meet other travellers.

Pros: Really amazing campus and super safe and pleasant. Campus is a must see. Just half an hour from the city center by bus but it is a very fulfilling experience, also since, there are super nice non-tourist neighborhoods in the middle of that journey which are of real local experience.

Pros: I liked the location. It is a bit far from downtown but you can take the direct bus and get there within an 1h. It is also not far from Granville island. And the campus territory is huge, beautiful and quiet. Beach nearby, bars, restaurants, stores.

Peaceful place, close to a great beach, and easy to get to town

Pros: We loved staying here and were really annoyed we couldn’t again later! The location is great with just a short walk and a cheap quick bus ride to downtown, as well as close to a great beach. It is a university dorm so the beds/pillows aren’t the best but we slept very well in them considering. The staff were also lovely and informative. You get what you pay for in terms of uni facilities but this wasn’t a detraction or issue. The showers are powerful and hot, and they were always very clean. We stayed in a “nicer” place in Downtown on our second time going but would have preferred to stay here again.

Cons: The cooking facilities seemed very minimal. 1 small kitchen and fridge/freezer for 10 rooms? I don’t know how students cook their food. You’ll have to eat out in Vancouver itself but not really a great hardship! The stores in UBC are very expensive.

Great budget stay for a quick layover visit to Vancouver

Pros: Everything. The bed was comfortable, staff very friendly and helpful and the location exceptional. If you need a basic place as anchor while you explore the surrounds then this is unbeatable. UBC is a great place to stay with heaps of things to do. 10 out of 10. Campus wide free wifi makes exploring easy too

Cons: Honestly probably the best budget stay I've had. So no dislikes at all.

Quiet, comfortable and beautiful location on UBC Campus.

Pros: Quiet location on UBC Campus with Beach in walkable distance.

Cons: When you often head downtown it is a little bit off.

Great option if you‘re travelling on a budget and still want to have your own room.

Pros: The hostel is located on UBC campus and right next to a beach and Japanese garden. Buses run frequently between the campus (12 min walk to the bus stop) and the city centre. Rooms and bathrooms were very clean. The campus is calm and there are nice cafes for breakfast in the neighbourhood.

Cons: Considering the price, there was nothing to complain about.

Well located and served me well

Pros: Went during the vacation so it was really peaceful and no noise

Overall great experience and great value!

Pros: Excellent value for money! Clean rooms with comfy beds and good wifi connection on the beautiful UBC campus within walking distance to beaches and other amenities (grocery store and many food locations). The shared bathrooms were also cleaned regularly during our stay which kept them tidy. Front desk staff were kind and helpful, and we were able to borrow fans from the front desk to keep our rooms cooler at night.

Cons: There are no screens on the windows in the shared bathrooms which allowed some insects to get in here and there. Although this didn't bother us much as we have stayed in cabins / gone camping before, others may be more affected by the presence of the few insects that may find their way into the washrooms.