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Sylvia Hotel

Property class: 3
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near English Bay Beach

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Experience the laid-back charm of Sylvia Hotel, situated on the shores of English Bay Beach. Unwind with beachfront dining at Sylvia's Cocktail Lounge, where ocean views and delicious meals await. Connect to in-room WiFi or get work done at the 24-hour business center.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
$212 nightly
The total price is $252
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(128 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(154 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite with Kitchen | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite with Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room Selected at Check in

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Three-Bed Unit

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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1154 Gilford St, Vancouver, BC, V6G2P6

What's nearby

  • English Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • English Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stanley Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Robson Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Vancouver Waterfront - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) - 11 min drive
  • Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 34 min drive
  • Pitt Meadows, BC (YPK) - 61 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 102 min drive
  • Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 29.6 miles/47.7 km
  • Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Station - 8 min drive
  • North Vancouver Station - 11 min drive
  • Vancouver Waterfront Station - 13 min drive
  • Yaletown-Roundhouse Station - 27 min walk
  • Burrard Station - 27 min walk
  • Vancouver City Center Station - 29 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sylvia Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cactus Club Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪CRAFT Beer Market English Bay - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sylvia Hotel

When you stay at Sylvia Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Stanley Park and English Bay Beach. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Vancouver Waterfront and Robson Street are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall value.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 120 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Check-in hours begin at 3 PM Monday - Friday and 4 PM Saturday - Sunday.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 220 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (CAD 32.25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (400 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1912
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Sylvia's Cocktail Lounge - This beachfront cocktail bar serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 10 to 30 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for CAD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 20.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs CAD 32.25 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Sylvia
Sylvia Hotel
Sylvia Hotel Vancouver
Sylvia Vancouver
The Sylvia Hotel
Sylvia Hotel Hotel
Sylvia Hotel Vancouver
Sylvia Hotel Hotel Vancouver

Frequently asked questions

Does Sylvia Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sylvia Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sylvia Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 220 lbs per pet. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Sylvia Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 32.25 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sylvia Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Sylvia Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn (6-min drive) and Grand Villa Casino Hotel and Conference Centre (16-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Sylvia Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like ice skating, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and ecotours.

Are there restaurants at or near Sylvia Hotel?

Yes, Sylvia's Cocktail Lounge offers beachfront dining and ocean views.

What's the area around Sylvia Hotel like?

Sylvia Hotel is in West End, a short 5-minute walk from Stanley Park and 15 minutes' walk from Vancouver Waterfront. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.

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Reviews

Sylvia Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offered excellent food, wonderful service, and a lovely beach view. (62 reviews)
  • The property's beachfront location offers stunning views and easy access to the beach and surrounding areas. (63 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were great with excellent food and wonderful views. (36 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with a lot of charm. Staff were helpful and location was great for walking and biking.
Sue, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location near Stanley park. Hotel has a lovely restaurant overlooking English Bay
lorna, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Location basically a hop and skip away from English Bay and the edge of Stanley Park is second to none. We love coming to this location and the food in the restaurant is top notch along with all the employees.
Francisco, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Sylvia is an old hotel that has updated much without losing its charm. We enjoy staying here.
Virginia, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel all around…
Kameron T, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was spotless, the staff friendly and the location cannot be beat.
Iconic 1954 in the Lounge
Iconic Neon
Kirsten, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are well apportioned, roomy, and have very comfortable beds. The location is just wonderful for a Vancouver experience. The hotel's history is a nice addition. My only issue is the room fridge compressor was louder than I would have expected.
Christina, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

great location, clean room, great service!
Michele, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed in this hotel couple of times and would definitely book it.
Viktor, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean rooms and friendly staff!
Derek, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, wonderful staff and character
Ian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Great food and drinks.
H, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room Needs Gym and more amenities It has the space
James, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed dinner at their restaurant.
Virginia, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room, nice to have a cocktail bar downstairs, great location
Luke, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I stay a few nights each year and I'm never disappointed!
Sandra, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Spotless room, great staff and location.
Sandra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Big room, lovely staff, great location, especially if you want to be in the west end.
Deborah, 9-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room very clean,staff helpful
Douglas, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very nice historic property. Great location and seems well managed.
Kalvin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice,charming hotel,good location
Rene, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff! Gorgeous location!
Bairong, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent
Penny, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable rooms. Convenient location, right on sea wall.
Viktor, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast wasn't that good. Slow service, too. The rooms could use a comfortable chair or two to watch TV.
Gail, 2-night trip