Where to stay in Vancouver

Vancouver isn’t short on fabulous places to stay. In fact, with 25,000 hotel, B&B and hostel rooms in Metro Vancouver, the choice can sometimes be a bit overwhelming. Narrow down the options by getting to know Vancouver’s different neighbourhoods.

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Downtown Core

The downtown Vancouver area is very compact, but can still be divided up into neighbourhoods. Gastown, Yaletown and Coal Harbour are some of the favourites, which we’ll dive into later.

For now, if you’re just after a handy list of super-central hotels which are close to all the shopping and action, these are our top picks:

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 

This landmark hotel displays all the luxury and opulence synonymous with Fairmont.

Rosewood Hotel Georgia 

This Forbes 5 Star hotel is stunningly elegant, with an award winning restaurant.

Wedgewood Hotel & Spa 

A traditional and elegant hotel on Robson Square.

Four Seasons 

A luxurious hotel connected to the Pacific Shopping Mall in downtown.

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre 

A luxury hotel with indoor pool, jacuzzi, gym, spa and courtyard.

Georgian Court Hotel, WorldHotels Elite 

A beautiful, luxury, boutique hotel just steps from Robson Street.

Rosedale on Robson 

This all-suite hotel has classic and comfortable room with a living area and kitchenette.

Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown 

A great base between the shopping district and the beach.

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown

A contemporary hotel in the heart of the theatre district.

 

Coal Harbour / Waterfront

This is the place to stay if you’re catching a cruise. Located right by the cruise terminal, you couldn’t be any closer to the heart of downtown than this little section of the waterfront, but it’s a surprisingly chilled area. It starts at Canada Place – where cruises depart – and stretches over to Stanley Park. There’s plenty of seawall to walk along and it’s very easy to catch a hop-on, hop-off bus from the waterfront or stroll into the shopping district.

If you’re in Vancouver before or after a cruise, these hotels are ideal for Canada Place:

Pan Pacific Vancouver

A hotel which feels like a luxury liner, located on Vancouver’s waterfront and right on the cruise terminal.

Fairmont Pacific Rim 

A stylish, luxurious hotel overlooking Vancouver Harbour.

Fairmont Waterfront 

This luxury hotel sits right at Canada Place and has a contemporary but cosy feel.

 

Gastown

Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhood is growing increasingly popular with young folks. Aside from its iconic steam clock, it now has some of the best restaurants in Vancouver. On top of stylish culinary spots, it’s bursting with bars and clubs too, making it a lively place to stay. Historic brick buildings mingle with wine bars and boutique shops and you can easily walk from here to the Waterfront or Granville Street.

Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Downtown Suites

This smart and contemporary hotel has a great location in downtown, close to the waterfront and the charming neighbourhood of Gastown.

 

Yaletown

This upscale area is situated along a lovely section of seawall with ocean views. There are some great pubs and bars in this area so you’ll have plenty to do while you stay here. Plus, it’s convenient for a host of other trips and tours, too. There is a Skytrain station nearby, it’s handy for seeing a game at the stadium and you can catch an Aquabus from here to Granville Island. It certainly is the chicest section of False Creek.

OPUS Vancouver

This lovely, boutique-style hotel is set right in the heart of the trendy downtown district of Yaletown.

 

West End

The West End is the place to stay if you want a taste of how Vancouverites live. This diverse area is packed with dining and has the nightlife of Davie Village, but it’s natural spaces are the real draw. It is a gateway to Stanley Park and borders the lovely English Bay with its sandy beach. Denman Street is a great spot for restaurants, cafes and brewpubs. You can hire a bike from here and go for a sightseeing cycle along the seawall.

Best Western Plus Sands by the Sea

Just steps from the Pacific Ocean at the beautiful English Bay, this is in a great position for your Vancouver stay.

 

Davie Village

In the heart of downtown’s West End is this rainbow-coloured neighbourhood. If you’re looking for somewhere vibrant, chilled out, fun and with a thriving LGBTQ community, this is the place for you. Filled with pubs, clubs and nightlife, there is plenty going on. Where Davie Street and Bute Street intersect you’ll find the iconic rainbow crosswalk. There are plenty of budget dining options here including a lot of great Greek restaurants, and it’s an easy walk to the rest of the West End.

Sandman Suites Vancouver - Davie St

This all-suite hotel offers plenty of space on vibrant Davie Street itself.

Hotels near Vancouver International Airport

If your holiday itinerary includes just an overnight stop at Vancouver, either at the end or at the beginning of your trip, then booking a hotel near Vancouver International Airport in Richmond might be your best option. Maybe your flight lands at night and all you need is to rest your head for couple of hours before you collect your motorhome or car hire and hit the road to other destinations in British Columbia. Booking a hotel near the airport saves you time and money in commuting before or after your flight. During high season, it might even be cheaper than booking an accommodation in the city. Vancouver International Airport has excellent transport connections which can take you to downtown Vancouver in about 30 minutes.

Here are some excellent choices of hotels near Vancouver airport:

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport

Just 10 minutes away from the airport, the hotel offers comfortable rooms, great facilities, such as indoor pool, jacuzzi and a fitness centre, and a free shuttle service to and from Vancouver International Airport.

Fairmont Vancouver Airport

Fairmont Vancouver Airport is the only hotel located inside the airport terminal. Just few minutes away from the gates, you will find this luxurious accommodation boosting award-winning service, and premium amenities. All rooms have soundproofed windows guaranteeing a comfortable and peaceful stay.

 

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