Poets Cove Resort & Spa

4.0 star property

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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
$181
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6

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9801 Spalding Rd, Pender Island, BC, V0N2M3
  • Place, Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
  • Place, Browning Harbour Marina
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Sea Star Vineyard
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪86 min drive‬

Room options

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

2 Bedrooms Villa

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

King, Lodge Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Poets Cove Resort & Spa

4-star Pender Island resort with marina
Catch some rays at the nearby beach, pamper yourself at Poets Cove Resort & Spa's full-service spa, or spend the day at a marina.
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.

An outdoor tennis court and a marina are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
In addition to a full-service spa, Poets Cove Resort & Spa features a marina and an outdoor tennis court. The resort offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wired and wireless Internet access.

This 4-star property offers access to a business center and a meeting room. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Poets Cove Resort & Spa has designated areas for smoking.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11 AM.
Aurora - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Syrens Bistro & Lounge - This beachfront pub serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Aurora
  • Syrens Bistro & Lounge

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Marina
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open select days
  • Steam room

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 2 2025 to November 5 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Spa
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 allowed for an extra charge of CAD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum CAD 75 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 25
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for CAD 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Poets Cove
Poets Cove Pender Island
Poets Cove Resort
Poets Cove Resort Pender Island
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
Poets Cove Resort & Spa Pender Island
Poets Cove Resort & Spa Resort Pender Island

Reviews

Poets Cove Resort & Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 416 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 416 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 416 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 416 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 416 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

D

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Divya

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Beautiful Resort

Stay was great. Beautiful resort. Had a couple of issues. Main floor bathroom couldnt use. Not fixed while we were there. Thought supplies should have been more for 3 nights. Had to ask for more coffee, sugar, toilet paper etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice property. Customer parking is not close to entrance and maybe difficult to access if you cannot go up an incline. A night the pathway from the parking to the entrance is not well lit. Breakfast is pricey but very good. $65.00 including tip for 2 people for eggs and bacon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabet

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rabab

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

8/10 Good

Asha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The restaurants close too early No place to have a drink at the resort after 730pm . The rooms need air conditioning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
His property could be excellent except they opt to rent out the damaged cabins while other cabins sit empty. The window was broken the fridge didn’t work it wasn’t cold at all and there were huge ants that they knew about because there was ant traps at the doors.
Frozen leaking freezer
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Wonderful property with excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger

Pool water is not clean! People from outside resort crowd the pool! The side walls of the poll look filthy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Codi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

10/10 Excellent

Darin

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

10/10 Excellent

monique

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great girls weekend! Relaxing, full kitchen & nice covered outdoor patio. Bonus to have your own private hot tub. Setting was beautiful & pickleball was a highlight!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had seen a lot of mixed reviews of this property but it ended up being wonderful. The balcony and views from the Kings Suite are all amazing, the restaurant had great food and the flowers are grounds around the property were immaculate. There was an issue with the pool and gym before we arrived but we were notified and it was resolved by the end of our first day there. Would love to come back and visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Beautiful location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Varun

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

Nice, Pleasant Getaway for the Long Weekend

Poets Cove is a peaceful and relaxing retreat with beautiful scenic views of the cove—perfect for unwinding over a long weekend. One thing to keep in mind: if you’re arriving late (especially after 8:30 PM like we did due to a ferry delay from Victoria), be aware that there’s nothing nearby and the on-site restaurant closes early. Plan ahead for food or snacks if you’re arriving in the evening. Other than that, it’s a charming and tranquil spot to enjoy nature and disconnect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Shelly

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
We enjoyed our stay overall, but the property is definitely outdated and in need of some care. Several things were broken or not functioning properly—like the bathroom door lock, the pool gate, and the phones in the room. The in-room Wi-Fi didn’t work either, though we were able to connect to a neighbouring unit's network. There were a few unpleasant surprises: after filling the bathtub, we noticed large chunks of what looked like skin floating in the water. When we did laundry, we found someone else’s shirt left behind in the machine. We called the front desk to request extra blankets and a pillow for the pull-out couch. They didn’t have any extra pillows, but did bring a blanket and sheet. The next day we asked for more towels and were met with surprise, as if no one had ever made that request before. The staff said they would “do their best” and eventually brought some, mentioning that was all they had. There were also no towels available at the pool area, despite signage saying otherwise—so definitely bring your own. All in all we enjoyed ourselves….But if you have high expectations, this is probably not the resort for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jad

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beatiful Resort and very friendly people, the onsite restaurant was very nice and really good food as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025