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Poets Cove Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
4-star beach resort near Browning Harbour Marina

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2 Bedrooms Villa | View from property
Breakfast served, beach views
Lobby
King, Lodge Room | Beach/ocean view
Property entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Explore the area

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9801 Spalding Rd, Pender Island, BC, V0N2M3
  • Place, Brooks Point Regional Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Browning Harbour Marina
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Room options

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2 Bedrooms Cottage with Hot Tub

2 Bedrooms Cottage with Hot Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 Bedrooms Villa

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King, Lodge Room

King, Lodge Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Pender Island

Oceanside stay.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Brooks Point Regional Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Gulf Islands National Park Reserve with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Driftwood Centre and Browning Harbour Marina.
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What's nearby

  • Brooks Point Regional Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gulf Islands National Park Reserve - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Browning Harbour Marina - 17 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Sea Star Vineyard - 20 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Pender Island Golf and Country Club - 23 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saturna General Store - ‬83 min drive
  • ‪Port Browning Pub - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Pub and Restaurant - ‬78 min drive
  • ‪Moorings Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Slow Coast Coffee - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Poets Cove Resort & Spa

4-star beach resort near Browning Harbour Marina
Poets Cove Resort & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a marina, and an outdoor tennis court. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business center and a meeting room are available. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are also featured at the family-friendly Poets Cove Resort & Spa. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Pender Island resort.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Poets Cove Resort & Spa offers 46 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Poets Cove Resort Spa has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open select days.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 22 to 31 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 50

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 12 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to May 15:
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum CAD 75 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 25
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for CAD 35.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 22 to 31 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum CAD 75 per stay) plus CAD 25 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CAD 35.0 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Poets Cove
Poets Cove Pender Island
Poets Cove Resort
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Poets Cove Hotel Pender Island
Poets Cove Resort And Spa
Poets Cove Pender Island
Poets Cove Resort Spa
Poets Cove Pender Island
Poets Cove Resort And Spa
Poets Cove Hotel Pender Island
Poets Cove Resort & Spa Resort
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Reviews

Poets Cove Resort & Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 435 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The setting and geography is beautiful. We really enjoyed the location on the beach especially at low tide. The resort itself however appears to need a good scrub and update. We did have a nice stay, but here are some of the things that surprised us given the high per night price tag at the villa… Cobwebs up high around windows/drapery and very dusty/dirty window screens Food found in pull-out couch/bed Stained carpets / furniture Couch/chair cushions worn out In twin bedroom… Bed frame and box spring didn’t fit mattress causing bed frame to jut out and cause hazard for shins. Bathroom fan emits a horrible buzzing sound from switch. Ants in the villa. Carbon monoxide detector sitting on mantle with batteries loose and not installed Limited parking and very dusty parking lot near villas. Hopefully in the low season these things will be addressed. The resort has so much potential if the management stays on top of things.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Viacheslav

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

4/10 Poor

Stefanos

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the property was beautiful and has a lot of potential. The resort itself is run down, dirty, and in dire need of a renovation and deep clean. There was no management on site, just young uninterested workers who looked like they just rolled out of bed - unbrushed hair, wearing dirty oversized pyjamas. The room was NOT clean - greasy fingerprints, dust, mold, stains. Ripped old furniture, musty towels. It was in shambles. The staff was not helpful. They come to clean your room at dinner time instead of during the day while you’re out. It’s sad because there are countless reviews like this one which leads me to believe management is 100% aware of the issues at hand, but has yet to do anything to remedy this situation for future guests. Marketing yourself as luxury resort in these conditions is misleading and a straight up lie. Will not be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a lovely area. Buildings were nice, but looked like they needed some care - paint needed touch ups, fixture in hall missing, chairs could use reupholstering. Overpriced food. Didn't use pools, tennis courts, or other amenities.Other guests followed the quiet hours, so slept well. Sunsets spectactular!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Igor

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at The Poets Cove was awesome and disappointing at the same time. Whatever was outside of villa 609 we rented was pretty awesome, with the pools, ocean access, walks and hikes, tennis courts and the restaurant serving probably the best meals on the island. The inside was a sad story of years of poor maintenance. The dishwasher was dead and the maintenance could not fix or replace it in the week we were there. The toilets required flushing twice to work properly. The carpets, furniture and curtains had not been deep-cleaned in ages, with visible stains and a musty smell lingering. The mattress was so lumpy it felt like sleeping on a camel’s back - definitely not restful. The decks, windows and siding have not been cleaned, covered in mold, dirt and grime that made meals on the deck unpleasant. The other problem was that staff appeared to be smoking tobacco (and not) right on the property. Yes I get they could be off-duty while doing so and they could be living in the same building but that did add to the experience. The units were not air conditioned so we had to keep the windows opened and breath with whatever the staff was smoking. For the management -- you suggested a discount and I suggested back that you use that money to finally replace the dishwasher which was gross and unsanitary. I hope you can report that the mission has been accomplished.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room for improvement!

The best is the location, the view! I wish the owner of this property came as an undercover guest. Obviously it’s hard to get qualified staff on Pender when you only pay minimum wages although the price level should give room for improvement. More than once we thought of giving the breakfast room a chance but each time we turned around not only because of the teenager with the heavy metal through her nose but also because of the smell of the room. Even some flowers could have brightened up the place. One of the two pools were closed so the remaining one was filled like a fish soup and the management couldn’t care less. As a result I recommend not to pick a room close to the pool unless you are hearing impaired. To end on a positive note - the food was delicious. We’ll, if you are lucky enough to get a table in the evening even as a hotel guest.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I love this quant property located
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful location, great rooms, Some of the facilities were not available
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Close to great

With a bit more investment in staffing and the facility this could be truly amazing. The facility overall is very pretty, beautiful location with a nice marina. Food was great but pricey. Room clean but bed mattress hard. Furniture showing its age. Seemed short staffed so some areas not in use, like half the restaurant and upper patio. Such a shame as the views from the upper patio were spectacular. If ownership wanted to be top notch they could. Invest in the future and not just drain profits. So close to greatness.
Looking from second floor to lower pool
Waterfall in evening
Marina
From dock looking at the buildings.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Sarira

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great location & view! Its a great spot for families, stayed in the 2 bed villa. However, the amenities wasnt that great! one of the 2 pools were closed during our 4 days stay, eventhough when asked from the staff we were promised it will opened soon. The whole resort ended up in the kids pool and it was over crowded! Also, the gym wasn't that great, half the equipment were out of order and the rest wasn't even maintained properly. And the playground was closed as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BONITA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful but you have to take two ferries which took hours. I wish I knew to make reservations for the ferry
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adrien

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arkady

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ciean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 2 nights, great location w/ beautiful scenery. Clean room, limited food options on site. Staff were friendly, room keys frequently demagnetized. Upper and lower pools functional- both very busy. Would stay here again, but try a cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert, Langford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The balcony view was extraordinary. With no A/C, the room was too hot for good sleeping. Andour toilet was noisy - kept flushing throughout the night. The food at the restaurant was good, but staffing issues - kitchen and servers - made service quite slow.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tennille

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

10/10 Excellent

Ethel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poet Cove is a very nice resort if you want to relax and unwind . Good restaurant overlooking the marina . Excellent customer service . Thank you very much .
Sunset Poet Cove Resort and Spa Pender Island , B.C
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

MacKenzie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadly, the convenience store in the resort was closed. We had to drive out to get supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Norman, Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our king room with the ocean view deck. It was warm outside so we needed to use the small fan and ceiling fan for our whole stay. The small TV was on its last legs. Dining on site was just ok. Good idea to bring snacks & drinks from home as there is a small fridge. The highlight on Pender was hiking Mount Norman.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property has a beautiful waterfront location with a marina view that really sets the tone for a relaxing stay. The patio restaurant is a great spot for lunch or dinner, and there’s a cozy upstairs dining room for breakfast. Rooms in the lodge are on the smaller side, but comfortable and well-maintained, with lovely views. The main drawbacks were the service and parking. The front desk could have been warmer — a more welcoming first impression would go a long way. Service at the patio restaurant was mixed: our first server felt a bit brusque, but after moving tables for shade, the second staff member was attentive and accommodating. Parking is a challenge due to the hillside layout. It may not be ideal for guests with mobility concerns, as getting to and from the lot requires some effort. Overall, a charming property in a stunning setting, with just a few areas that could be refined to make the experience even better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025