38 Best Hotels in Vancouver, British Columbia

Barclay Hotel

$ | 1348 Robson St., Vancouver, BC, V6E 1C5, Canada

The location just steps from great shopping and affordable rates make this three-story building one of the city's best-value pensione-style 2-star hotels. The guest rooms are bright and clean, if a bit basic, but the 1930s building, with its wide corridors, skylights, and mahogany staircase, has old-world charm. Most of the front rooms overlooking Robson Street have mountain views, but the back rooms are quieter. Because the hotel caters to bus tours, make sure to book in advance.

Barclay House

$$$ | 1351 Barclay St., Vancouver, BC, V6E 1H6, Canada Fodor's Choice

If you want to get a feel for living in one of the West End's upscale homes, just a few blocks from Stanley Park, book a room at this comfortable B&B. Stained glass, fine antiques, and art nouveau fixtures decorate the 1904 house, and the fireplace, leather couch, and extensive DVD library make it a cozy evening or rainy-day hangout. Most rooms have private sitting areas, and several have claw-foot tubs and queen-size brass, mahogany, or canopy beds. The Mountain Room has a private balcony. Peace is assured, as there are no adjoining walls between guest rooms. The staff is exceptionally helpful. The generous breakfasts always include one hot dish; if the weather's warm, ask to enjoy it in the garden gazebo.

Buchan Hotel

$$ | 1906 Haro St., Vancouver, BC, V6G 1H7, Canada

On a tree-lined residential street a block from Stanley Park, this rather plain looking, 1926 pensione-style hotel is one of Vancouver's best values. Popular with cyclists thanks to its bike storage area, the Buchan also provides free coffee and tea and has a lounge with a fireplace, but otherwise this is a no-frills kind of place. Rooms are simple but clean and comfortable, with old-fashioned radiators. Rooms without baths have hand basins. Basement rooms are cooler in summer.

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Corkscrew Inn

$$$ | 2735 W. 2nd Ave., Vancouver, BC, V6K 1K2, Canada Fodor's Choice

This restored 1912 Craftsman-style house near the beach in Kitsilano combines the comforts of a B&B with a quirky tribute to the humble corkscrew: guests are encouraged to explore the small wine paraphernalia museum. Breakfast is a big part of the allure here: there's always freshly made baked goods with homemade jam, along with a hot main course depending on what's fresh at the market. The innkeepers smoke their own local salmon. There are great restaurants nearby and Downtown is just a seven-minute bus ride away.

Delta Vancouver Suites by Marriott

$$$$ | 550 W. Hastings St., Vancouver, BC, V6B 1L6, Canada

Exuding a contemporary 5th Avenue swank throughout, this upscale, all-suites business hotel is centrally located in Downtown Vancouver. Although the suites aren't large, the minimalist blond furnishings, efficient layout—work stations are ergonomically designed—and floor-to-ceiling windows in most rooms create a sense of space. And with a convenience store next door, it's easy to supply the well-equipped kitchenette. The hotel is finishing up a 24-month renovation of its lobby, restaurant, and rooms so be sure to ask for a newly upgraded room. Also, only the higher floors offer views.

English Bay Inn

$$$$ | 1968 Comox St., Vancouver, BC, V6G 1R4, Canada

Close to Downtown and Stanley Park, this elegantly furnished B&B serves excellent four-course breakfasts around a communal table. European antiques, stained-glass windows, and touches of Asian art furnish the 1930s Tudor-style house and port and sherry are served beside the living-room fire each evening. Rooms come in varying sizes (No. 3 is the smallest, probably better for one traveler or two with limited luggage), and all have en suite bathrooms. One suite winds up two levels and has its own fireplace; the other has a private entrance, an antique four-poster bed, and its own kitchen and dining area. Staff not always there to welcome you so be sure you have the security codes to gain entry. There is a small and lovely Italianate garden out back.

Executive Hotel Le Soleil

$$$$ | 567 Hornby St., Vancouver, BC, V6C 2E8, Canada

The staff prides itself on attentive service at this classy, old-world-style boutique hotel with luxurious touches. Decor is defined by opulent brocade fabrics, plush seating areas, and ornamental lighting fixtures. Most of the guest rooms are small suites with sitting rooms; the two penthouse units have 24-foot ceilings and wraparound terraces. The Copper Chimney Restaurant & Bar has a hip bistro flair. The hotel has a tiny gym, and for those needing something more, guests do have access to the extensive facilities and pool at the adjacent YWCA for a nominal daily fee. Overnight parking is expensive ($38) but will give you peace of mind; the cheaper lot opposite has minimum security.

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

$$$$ | 900 W. Georgia St., Vancouver, BC, V6C 2W6, Canada

The copper roof of this 1939 château-style hotel dominates Vancouver's skyline, and the elegantly restored property is considered the city's gracious grande dame—aptly referred to as the Castle in the City. Guest rooms vary in size, but even standard rooms have an aura of prestige, with high ceilings, lush draperies, and 19th-century-style mahogany furniture. The hotel is very pet-friendly and even has its own canine ambassadors, Ella and Elly, who are on hand at the concierge desk for petting and walking. Guests can pamper themselves at the spa and health club, and sample west coast cuisine and vibrant cocktails in Notch8 Restaurant & Bar.

Fairmont Pacific Rim

$$$$ | 1038 Canada Pl., Vancouver, BC, V6C 0B9, Canada Fodor's Choice

Overlooking the Downtown waterfront, and across from the impressive convention center, this ultraluxurious 47-story tower represents the Fairmont's first foray into the condominium-hotel format. The result? Multi-million-dollar hotel rooms that embody extravagance, with lavish views, swank design, tall windows, and plush amenities that include the signature on-site Willow Stream spa, poolside cabanas beneath palm trees, and use of the courtesy car service. Many trend-setters and big names (Lady Gaga for example) stay here. The Lobby Lounge & Raw Bar features live music, and is one of the city's "must gather" spots. Botanist Restaurant & Bar focuses on the flavors of the Pacific Northwest (love its glass-walled garden), and the Giovane Cafe is a casual alternative.

Fairmont Vancouver Airport

$$$$ | 3111 Grant McConachie Way, Vancouver, BC, V7B 0A6, Canada Fodor's Choice

Located inside the Vancouver International Airport (YVR), this upscale property is a soundproofed oasis of luxury set against a backdrop of Vancouver's North Shore mountains with floor-to-ceiling views over the runways. The hotel's spa offerings are designed with the weary traveler in mind, including jet-lag recovery treatments and in-room bath menus. The Globe Restaurant, featuring west coast cuisine, is open daily. Day-use rooms are also available.

Fairmont Waterfront Hotel

$$$$ | 900 Canada Pl. Way, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3L5, Canada

Stunning views of the harbor, mountains, and Stanley Park from the floor-to-ceiling windows of the guest rooms are one of the highlights of this luxuriously modern 23-story hotel across the street from Vancouver's cruise-ship terminal. Rooms are light and airy, with blond-wood furnishings and original, contemporary Canadian artwork. Elevator waits can be frustrating, but remember that rooms on the lower floors won't have the same fabulous views. Next to the mountain-view pool is a rooftop herb garden with a number of beehives cared for by the hotel's Bee Concierge (honestly). It's an aromatic retreat open to guests; the honey is used in hand-churned ice cream and several cocktails at ARC Restaurant

Georgian Court Hotel

$$$$ | 773 Beatty St., Vancouver, BC, V6B 2M4, Canada

Located across from BC Place Stadium, home of the CFL (Canadian Football League), concerts, and special events, this laid-back, casually elegant hotel is part of Best Western's Premier Collection. This translates to clean lines of dark hardwood floors, grey, beige, and white decor for a classic, modern feel. Thoughtful amenities include in-room yoga mats and a gym with a Peloton bike, infrared sauna, and hot tub. Pets are C$20 per day. Frankie's Italian Kitchen & Bar is a local favorite, especially on Jazz nights (Thursday through Sunday).

Granville House B&B

$$$ | 5050 Granville St., Vancouver, BC, V6M 3B4, Canada

With its elegant but austere furnishings and individual breakfast tables, this Tudor-revival house feels more like a small hotel than a B&B. Each of the five king-size rooms has its own sitting area. Comforts include deluxe linens, spa robes, and bath amenities made locally on Salt Spring Island. There's a self-serve refreshment and coffee bar in the inviting modern lounge.

Granville Island Hotel

$$$ | 1253 Johnston St., Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R9, Canada

Granville Island is one of Vancouver's most popular destinations, for locals and visitors, but unless you've moored up in a houseboat, the only overnight option is the Granville Island Hotel. The exterior of this offbeat waterfront building is part Mission style, part industrial, but the result is modern and sophisticated. Most guest rooms have water views through full-length windows. Rooms on the top floor have small balconies. The corridor in the east wing has a quirky view overlooking vats at the fashionable Dockside microbrewery downstairs. There is valet parking, but because the island is so popular, you're better off leaving the car behind.

Kingston Hotel

$$ | 757 Richards St., Vancouver, BC, V6B 3A6, Canada

Convenient to shopping and nightlife, the budget-friendly, family-run Kingston occupies a four-story elevator building dating back to 1910—this is the type of lodging you'd expect to find in Europe. Rooms are small but immaculate, and rather old-fashioned, decor-wise. Some rooms have private bathrooms; others have a sink in the room and share a bath down the hall. North-facing rooms overlook the Kingston Taphouse and Grille next door—it's not an issue in winter, but in summer, the bar talk below might disturb early-to-bed types. A sauna and coin-operated laundry are useful to know about.

L'Hermitage Hotel

$$$$ | 788 Richards St., Vancouver, BC, V6B 3A4, Canada

Get beyond the marble floors, silk and velvet walls, and gold-cushion benches in the lobby and you'll discover a warm residential character at this boutique hotel. The studio, one-, and two-bedroom suites all have kitchenettes and in some cases fireplaces. Decor-wise, the faux-leather walls convey an organic feel and the oversize Parisian mirrors add just the right amount of bling, but it's all understated. East-side rooms overlook the heated saltwater outdoor lap pool and garden patio. Breakfast is available in the elegant L'Orangerie guest-only lounge, which leads to a small library and free computer terminals. Guests have free use of hotel bicycles.

Listel Hotel Vancouver

$$$$ | 1300 Robson St., Vancouver, BC, V6E 1C5, Canada

Art gallery and accommodations come together in this eco-friendly hotel on one of Vancouver's most vibrant streets. The hotel is divided into "Gallery Floors," where guest rooms and suites display original artworks by artists from around the world, and "Museum Floors," in which rooms are decorated with works from contemporary First Nations artists, made possible through the hotel's partnership with the University of British Columbia's prestigious Museum of Anthropology (MOA). Custom-made furniture everywhere complements the art. Eco-minded guests appreciate behind-the-scenes features like solar heating while health-conscious guests can take advantage of the onsite fitness center and e-bike use. The hotel's award-winning farm-to-table fare can be found at tits two restaurants: Timber and Forage.

Loden Hotel

$$$$ | 1177 Melville St., Vancouver, BC, V6E 0A3, Canada

This chic, designer boutique hotel has all manner of perks to enhance your stay, including rooms equipped with Wi-Fi, TVs with oversize LCD screens, a Nespresso machine, and a yoga mat for a stretch and sun salutation. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill the spacious guest rooms with natural light—and if you slide open the bathroom's half wall you can enjoy the views from the soaker tub. Ask for an upgrade upon arrival and you might get a corner room with two walls of windows for fabulous views, or a one-bedroom suite. Although centrally located, the hotel is on a side street so it's much quieter than its Downtown counterparts. There's a state-of-the-art gym and free bicycles to explore the city as well as a London-style taxi-- the cabbie provides drop off/pick up services Downtown. The hotel's Tableau Bar Bistro serving French-influenced west coast cuisine is a great spot, too.

Lord Stanley Suites on the Park

$$ | 1889 Alberni St., Vancouver, BC, V6G 3G7, Canada

For longer stays, these compact but fully equipped suites, in a high-rise building at the edge of Stanley Park, are good value. It's like living in an apartment building: each has in-suite laundry, an office, a sitting room, and one or two bedrooms; secured Wi-Fi is available in each suite. Those overlooking busy West Georgia Street have enclosed sunrooms, while those facing quieter Alberni Street have balconies. There is a fitness room and a sauna, bike storage, and for an additional charge, secured underground parking. The building is close to many restaurants on nearby Denman and Robson streets.

Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver

$$$$ | 645 Howe St., Vancouver, BC, V6C 2Y9, Canada

"The Met," as the locals call it, is one of the city's top business-district hotels, with design elements that follow the principles of feng shui, from the two lions guarding the entrance to the spacious, luxurious rooms. The hotel offers a heated indoor pool, steam room, infrared sauna, and 24-hour fitness center. Guest rooms are spacious, some have kitchenettes. Although shops are right outside the door, there's a limo service for rides to Stanley Park or other Downtown destinations. Diva is the hotel's long-standing and much-revered destination restaurant.

O Canada House B&B

$$$$ | 1114 Barclay St., Vancouver, BC, V6E 1H1, Canada

This beautifully restored 1897 Victorian is home to an elegant but comfortable B&B with fun historical significance: it's where the first version of "O Canada," the country's national anthem, was penned in 1909. Each bedroom has classic and quirky antiques alongside modern comforts such as bathrobes to help make things homey. The top-floor room is enormous, with two king beds and a private sitting and dining area. A separate one-room coach house in the garden is a romantic option, though it faces onto the back alley and is a bit cramped. Breakfast, served in the dining room, is a lavish affair.

OPUS Vancouver Hotel

$$$ | 322 Davie St., Vancouver, BC, V6B 5Z6, Canada Fodor's Choice

Groundbreakingly trendy when it opened in 2002, the OPUS continues to reinvent itself and live up to the motto of being a "place to be, not just a place to stay." The design team created a set of online fictitious characters, then decorated the rooms to suit each "persona." Guests are matched with room styles using the Lifestyle Concierge. For example, Billy's room is fun and offbeat, with pop art and lime-green accents. Dede's room has leopard skin, velveteen, and faux-fur accents. All have an iPad to bring the city to your fingertips, ultrafast Wi-Fi, lots of natural light, and views of the city or the Japanese garden in the courtyard. Two rooms have private access to the garden. Other perks include an excellent on-site Italian restaurant and free car service anywhere Downtown. The Canada Line from the airport is steps away.

Pan Pacific Vancouver

$$$$ | 999 Canada Pl., Vancouver, BC, V6C 3B5, Canada

Located in the waterfront Canada Place complex, the sophisticated Pan Pacific has easy access to the city's convention center and the cruise-ship terminal. The atrium lobby is two floors above the convention center foyer so although dramatic, it feels uninviting. Rooms are large and modern with stunning ocean, mountain, or skyline views, and with fabulously comfortable beds and pillows. High-end suites, some with private steam rooms, saunas, or baby-grand pianos, are popular with a star-studded list of royals, celebs, and well-heeled news makers. The 26-room Roman bath–themed Spa Utopia and Salon is sumptuous; the health-and-fitness center is state-of-the-art; and the outdoor saltwater swimming pool offers panoramic views of Coal Harbour and Stanley Park.

River Rock Resort Hotel and Casino

$$$$ | 8811 River Rd., Vancouver, BC, V6X 3P8, Canada

This hotel and casino complex sits on the Fraser River and features views of the river and North Shore mountains. The Canada Line Bridgeport Station at its door offers seamless connections to the airport (seven minutes) and Downtown Vancouver. There are 10 food and beverage outlets, including an all-day buffet, and an Absolute Spa.

Riviera Hotel

$$$$ | 1431 Robson St., Vancouver, BC, V6G 1C1, Canada

With its assorted rooms, suites, apartments, and penthouses, there's something to suit everyone from singles to families. All units are comfortably furnished and have cooking facilities of some sort, whether a stove and microwave, or a full kitchen. There's a 24-hour concierge that is a wealth of helpful information, which will also supply you with a pass to a nearby fitness center.

Rosewood Hotel Georgia

$$$$ | 801 W. Georgia St., Vancouver, BC, V6C 1P7, Canada Fodor's Choice

The classy Rosewood is one of the city's most historic properties: the 1927 Georgian Revival building once welcomed prestigious guests such as Elvis Presley and Katharine Hepburn. The rooms are elegant but can be noisy if facing busy Georgia Street, and Classic rooms can be on the small side: pay the extra and go for the Deluxe. The entire hotel has a cool retro feel that infuses original features like ornamental wood and brass finishings with antiques upholstered in snappy fresh fabrics. Be sure to pick up the map of the impressive contemporary art collection gracing the lobby, the second floor, and the fourth-floor terrace. Sense, the on-site spa, is a luxurious retreat, while Hawksworth, the on-site restaurant and lounge, is a destination in its own right. For one of the city's best cocktails, visit Prohibition, a glamorous, underground cocktail bar inspired by 1920s lounge culture. And in summer, ther garden terrace is an oasis of foliage, tapas, cocktails, and lounging furniture.

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

$$$$ | 1088 Burrard St., Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2R9, Canada

This stunning pair of ultramodern glass high-rises is on Downtown's highest ground, which means that the top floors of both towers have unrivaled views of the water, mountains, and city skyline. The best views are above the 14th floor or in one of the corner rooms with two walls of glass. Rooms are chic and spacious, with exceptionally comfortable beds and original (often local) artwork. In the North Tower, the upbeat, modern public areas are decorated with bright colors and an eclectic variety of art and sports a lively lobby bar. The South Tower is where to find tour pick-ups and taxis. And between the two is a landscaped courtyard that covers an entire city block and is a great place to relax on a sunny day.

Skwachàys Lodge

$$ | Vancouver, BC, V6B 1R3, Canada

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Everything about Skwàchays Lodge (pronounced skwatch-eyes), Canada's first Aboriginal arts hotel, celebrates First Nations heritage. The 18 one-of-a-kind guest rooms, designed by local Aboriginal artists and Vancouver interior designers, tell stunning visual stories about First Nations culture and feature original artwork created by the participating artists. There are a number of gathering spaces where visitors can socialize and relax, including the rooftop Smudge Room and Longhouse Patio and the Kayachtn Room (Welcome Room), which serves breakfast, local wines, and craft beer. Situated in the historic Gastown district, the hotel is in close proximity to a wide array of restaurants and several popular attractions, making it a good location from which to explore the rest of the city.

St. Regis Hotel

$$$$ | 602 Dunsmuir St., Vancouver, BC, V6B 1Y6, Canada

It's the oldest continuously operating hotel in the city, but edgy, modern decor livens up the 1913 boutique property, and Canadian artwork (including in the stairwells) and heritage furnishings gives it a unique sense of place. Rooms and suites come in various shapes, sizes, and configurations (sofa beds and adjoining doors are good family options) because of the building's original architecture. All rooms have plug-and-play gadget panels, in-room safes that accommodate laptops, and more than 200 TV channels. The lower-level front rooms can be noisy: there's a pub below and middle-of-the-night deliveries can be disturbing. You have a choice of bathroom styles—some only have showers, but make no mistake, they're first-class and all have heated bathroom floors and L'Occitane en Provence bath products. Although there are no views, the rates include à la carte breakfast for two and other niceties like passes to Fitness World around the corner. The Gotham Steak House ( 604/605-8282) is a local fave.

Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver

$$$$ | 845 Burrard St., Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2K6, Canada

This refined, European-style hotel has gracious service, elegantly furnished rooms, and a location close to Downtown. Guest rooms are comfortable and relatively spacious. All guests have access to the extensive fitness facilities, including the indoor heated pool with an outdoor patio. The full spa has a long list of treatments, and the chain's La Grande Résidence, an apartment hotel available for stays of at least a week, is next door at 855 Burrard Street. There's an excellent wine shop in the lobby, the popular Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar, and an intimate lounge. Book directly for free in-room Wi-Fi.

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