HOTEL IDEAS

5 Hotels Ideal for Your Vancouver Holiday

Namrata Dhingra

Last updated: Sep 24, 2019

The coastal city of Vancouver offers the best of both worlds. You can experience the exciting city life here and also get a chance to admire the beautiful natural surroundings. An evening walk in Stanley Park, retail therapy in Granville Island, a visit to the iconic Steam Clock in Gastown and the exhibits at Vancouver Art Galley—there’s lots to keep you busy here. For those in love with water, Sunset Beach Park, Kitsilano Beach and Locarno Beach are great places to visit.

Picking the right place to stay in Vancouver is what will make your experience of this bustling Canadian city come a full circle. Our experts recommend these 5 hotels that will be ideal for your Vancouver holiday.

1.       Fairmont Waterfront, Vancouver

This harbourfront luxury hotel has all the ingredients of a perfect holiday. From personalized services to unending ocean views, Fairmont Waterfront is sure to impress you in every little (and big!) way. Offering floor-to-ceiling windows in their guest rooms and a temperature-controlled outdoor swimming pool are just a few ways in which you can take in the gorgeous views around. If you’re willing to spend a little extra on your stay, book yourself a Fairmont Gold room, with all the goodness of the hotel and more.

Fairmont Waterfront is in close proximity to Vancouver Convention Centre, the cruise ship terminal, Gastown and the Waterfront Sky Train Station, thus making it a popular accommodation option.

Cost: *Rs. 27,000 onwards

2.       Granville Island Hotel

The hotel enjoys easy access to the downtown and after a day spent sightseeing, how about spending a few hours at the Jacuzzi or sauna? Unwind at the hotel’s wellness centre or indulge in a game of basketball or tennis in the evening. Wrap up your day with a sumptuous dinner at the award-winning Dockside Restaurant and enjoy unparalleled views extending from the False Creek to Yaletown and the North Shore mountains. Your very own Waterfront Executive Room, Boardwalk Suite or Penthouse awaits you at the end of the day, with many state-of-the-art amenities of course. Remember, no two rooms are alike here!

The hotel is 5 minutes from the Granville neighbourhood, known to be the city’s main downtown entertainment hub.

Cost: *Rs, 16,000 onwards

3.       The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver

A 5-star hotel in the heart of Vancouver downtown, this hotel exudes an old-world charm and offers a relaxing stay in the middle of all action. The hotel has appeared time and again in the Conde Nast Traveller Gold List for reasons more than one. While you are here, spend a morning or two at the Vida Spa and indulge in over 700 popular and exotic wine varieties at the Sutton Place Wine Merchant. When you’re done selecting your favourites, head to the heated indoor pool and whirlpool for a refreshing dip!

This hotel, just a few steps away from Vancouver Art Gallery, Nordstrom Pacific Centre and Orpheum Theatre, is among the top rated hotels in Vancouver for sightseeing.

Cost: *Rs. 11,000 onwards

4.       OPUS Vancouver

Opt for an in-room massage, head to the nearby Robson Street for shopping or savour authentic Italian fare at the hotel’s award-winning La Pentola Restaurant – there’s so much to pamper you here. If this is not enough, the hotel has received the Forbes Four-Star rating from 2013 to 2018 and has been listed among Canada’s top 25 hotels by the Condé Nast Readers' Choice Awards 2018 for three years in a row. Tastefully designed in a vibrant fashion, the Balcony Studio, Executive Suite or OPUS Signature Suite offer a stay to remember.

The hotel offers easy access to major landmarks via Yaletown Roundhouse Skytrain Station, just a few steps away. The picturesque False Creek, the most happening downtown cafés and shops are also in close proximity.

Cost: *Rs. 21,000 onwards

5.       Victorian Hotel

Step back in time and admire the idyllic Victorian building dating back to 1898 as you book yourself a stay at this affordable hotel in Vancouver. Perfect for travellers on a shoestring budget, Victorian Hotel’s brick façade, high ceilings and recently furbished rooms are sure to offer a comfortable stay and many photo opportunities for the shutterbug. Don’t miss out on their ‘Early Start’ continental breakfast before you head out to one of the many tourist attractions located in the vicinity.

Rogers Arena, Yaletown, Granville Island, Gastown and more are minutes away from the hotel, thus helping you save on commute costs as well.

Cost: Rs. 8,500 onwards

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