The Sylvia Hotel, Vancouver's only beach-side property, is ideally located on English Bay, beside Stanley Park and just 5 minutes from downtown. Designated a heritage building, the Sylvia Hotel is a landmark and one of Vancouver's greatest treasures. A favorite for business travelers wanting to be out of the bustle of downtown, for families vacationing on the beach and romantic getaways. The Sylvi [ more... ]

The Sylvia Hotel, Vancouver's only beach-side property, is ideally located on English Bay, beside Stanley Park and just 5 minutes from downtown. Designated a heritage building, the Sylvia Hotel is a landmark and one of Vancouver's greatest treasures. A favorite for business travelers wanting to be out of the bustle of downtown, for families vacationing on the beach and romantic getaways. The Sylvia is definitely one Vancouver's best kept secrets. There are 120 rooms and suites to choose from, all distinctive in their view and layout providing a unique lodging experience. The old fashioned character, great value and friendly service gives travelers a home away from home, which is why people continue to return year after year. The Sylvia Hotel is surrounded by the scenic beauty of English Bay and Stanley Park. Marvel at the spectacular sunsets from the comfort of Vancouver's very first cocktail lounge, or enjoy a great meal, overlooking English Bay from Sylvia's Beachside Restaurant and Bistro. This location offers unlimited recreational possibilities from rollerblading and cycling on the seawall to swimming and kayaking in the bay, or exploring the trails of Stanley Park. Take the small ferry to Granville Island, the Maritime Museum or the Planetarium. The Vancouver Aquarium is close by and the trendy international shops of Robson Street are only minutes away. The Sylvia Hotel offers a fantastic beach side location, superb quality and long tradition of great value and outstanding service.