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.
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Canada Place - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Stanley Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) - 10 min drive
Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 31 min drive
Pitt Meadows, BC (YPK) - 57 min drive
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 102 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 134 min drive
Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Station - 8 min drive
Vancouver Waterfront Station - 12 min drive
Pacific Central Station - 15 min drive
Burrard Station - 27 min walk
Yaletown-Roundhouse Station - 27 min walk
Vancouver City Center Station - 29 min walk
Restaurants
The Sylvia Hotel - 1 min walk
The Park at English Bay - 3 min walk
Rain Or Shine Truck - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min walk
Shamrock Alley - 3 min walk
About this property
Sylvia Hotel
When you stay at Sylvia Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Vancouver Waterfront and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. 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 Convention Centre and Rogers Arena are just a 5-minute drive away. 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
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
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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
Bicycle rentals nearby
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
Bicycle rentals
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 10-minute drive from Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) and 4 minutes' walk from English Bay. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.
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Reviews
Sylvia Hotel Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property's beachfront location offers stunning views and easy access to English Bay and Stanley Park. (55 reviews)
Breakfast at the property was delicious with great options and wonderful views of English Bay. (28 reviews)
Parking was convenient and reasonably priced, with some reviewers noting it was a great value. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Really enjoyed our stay- unique hotel, friendly staff, great location.
Leanne
Leanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2025
Great location
Very nice hotel and stay
Only issue was a hot summer day and lack AC
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 25, 2025
Beautiful hotel , excellent location
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Always my favourite place to stay in Vancouver
Lymond
Lymond, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Nice hotel
Rose
Rose, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 29, 2025
Loved staying
Danielle
Danielle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Wonderful location. Really nice, quaint hotel with attentive staff.
Diego
Diego, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 12, 2025
An amazing place to stay but a bit expensive for the condition of the hotel and amenities.
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 18, 2025
Excellent location, lovely staff, great breakfast and wonderful sunset.
Teresa
Teresa, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Beautiful property, incredibly friendly service.
Judith
Judith, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Location, spacious room, friendly staff, even tidied my room after only one night !
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Everything was wonderful. Right next to the beach with amazing sunsets. Close to lots of great dining options. Hotel was super charming with a lot of interesting historic features and a staff that took very good care of my family.
Will
Will, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Great location, love the history of the hotel, staff were amazing!
Jami
Jami, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
Pleasant Stay
Pleasant stay with a comfortable room and very good food and drink in the hotel restaurant.
Roberta
Roberta, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
We would stay here again.
Lenia
Lenia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
My favourite hotel in town
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Breathtaking views of English Bay ideally located for enjoyment of downtown Vancouver
Donald
Donald, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Loved our stay, best location, this will be a place we will now stay at for years to come.
Joel
Joel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Great stay.😊
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Great
Nice place. Great location. Dog friendly.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Fabulous stay
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Nice restaurant and views of the ocean
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2025
Tradition Is Good
Rooms and amenities very nice and comfortable. Lack of AC not great in hot weather. Opening windows invites outside noise, and closing them -- even with fans -- makes air a bit stuffy. But overall a positive experience, particularly in cooler weather.
Barry
Barry, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Courteous and plentiful staff, beautiful large room, convenient parking, great dining with view.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Great stay! Very friendly staff and amazing location