Historic Hotels in Vancouver, Canada

Historic Hotels in Vancouver, Canada
The earliest settlers in the coastal city of Vancouver date back to 10,000 years ago. European settlers came and conquered the city in the 18th century, establishing some of the finest buildings and edifices to date. Much of these have been converted to hotels during the years, and now serve to connect guests with Vancouver's rich past. Some popular historic hotels in the city include the Fairmont Hotel, Sylvia Hotel, and St. Regis Hotel.

The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Welcoming visitors from the farthest corners of the world, the Chateau-style Fairmont Hotel is considered to be one of the key attractions of the city. Having hosted King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, the Fairmont is a museum of style. Situated next to the popular Vancouver Art Gallery, and a mere block away from some of the finest restaurants and shopping areas of the city, the Fairmont is ideal for guests looking for a luxurious getaway.

Its 556 rooms boast imitation antique furniture, and are finely decorated with rich, warm fabrics and accessories. The hotel treats its guests to an in-house spa, a health club, a pool and a business center, among its many facilities. Typical amenities include concierge services, shopping on site, a safe deposit box, laundry services, wireless Internet access, ATM, audio/visual equipment, babysitting, and others.

The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
900 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6C 2W6
(604) 684-3131
www.fairmont.com

The historic Sylvia Hotel

Established in the earlier part of the twentieth century, the Sylvia Hotel is a designated historic building. Located beside Stanley Park and on the famous English bay, the hotel is a mere five-minute drive from the heart of the city. The Sylvia is a favorite among business travelers who travel from far and wide to indulge in its myriad of facilities.

The hotel has magnificently laid 120 rooms, each individually decorated and offering contemporary amenities. Its restaurant provides scrumptious breakfasts, Sunday brunches, and daily lunches and dinners in its outdoor patio or exquisitely styled dining room. In addition, guests can avail of the hotels functional business center or make a reservation to book its meeting facilities for birthdays, retirements and weddings. The Sylvia is more than a hotel -- it is a lavish, unforgettable experience.


The Sylvia Hotel
1154 Gilford St. on English Bay, Vancouver BC, V6G 2P6
(604) 681 9321
http://www.sylviahotel.com/

The St. Regis Hotel

Established during Vancouver's much-touted "Golden Years of Growth," the St. Regis Hotel was built by the owner and founder of Roberts, Malby and Company as homage to his wife. Recent renovations have brought it to its current state -- showcasing contemporary works of art, each worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

The hotel offers two different types of guestrooms -- splendidly decorated queen rooms and double-bed rooms. Guests can avail of a myriad of hotel offerings, including complimentary breakfast for two, wireless Internet access, free local telephone calls and fax service, large televisions, climate control, safety deposit box, an InnVue movie system, and others.

In addition, guests can treat themselves to St. Regis's fully functional business center or benefit from its meeting facilities. Its popular Gotham Steakhouse and Cocktail Bar touted as Vancouver's best steakhouse, and is frequented by guests and visitors alike. Other facilities offered include a spa, massage and a well-equipped fitness center.

This historic hotel provides the unique amalgamation of old and new, brought together through professionally courteous staff.

The St. Regis Hotel
602 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1Y6
(604) 681-1135
www.stregishotel.com

Article Written By Natasha Gilani

Natasha Gilani is a published writer and Web content developer who has been writing since 2004. Her work appears on various websites, including FinWeb and DoItYourself, and she is a member of the Canadian Writers Association. Gilani holds a Master of Business Administration in finance and an honors Bachelor of Science in information technology from the University of Peshawar, Pakistan.

Write for Trails.com
  • Editor's Pick

    5 Top North American Wildflower Hikes

    5 Top North American Wildflower Hikes

    Springtime brings a sense of new beginnings and new life as flowers begin to bloom and fill the air with their sweet and pleasant fragrance. Luckily we can see wildflowers all summer long, since spring hits at different times throughout North America. See flowering cactu...

    More National Parks...
  • Popular Article

    National Park Substitutes: Great Spots Without the Crowds

    National Park Substitutes: Great Spots Without the Crowds

    Coping with crowds at national parks can get tiresome, especially during the peak tourist season. If you want to escape from the herd, or just take a breather from the bustle of bigger attractions, the United States has plenty of less-visited but still worthwhile spots t...

    More National Parks...
  • Featured Destination

    Prevent Yourself from Getting Lost While Hiking

    Prevent Yourself from Getting Lost While Hiking

    When you're hiking you're going to want to make sure you stay found. What I mean by that is that you've put an itinerary in the car, you know the area that you're hiking to, you know the route and the trail you plan on being on, you know what the trail markers are going ...

    More Camping Basics...

Hotel Finder

Destination
Check-in
Check-out
Adults (18+ yrs)
Children (2-17 yrs)
Get Rates and Availability

Outdoor Gear & Equipment

ALL NEW Trails Gear Store powered by:

Trail Finder

US Map

Search by Keyword