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Skwachàys Lodge

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Vancouver with a sauna

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated
Property amenity
Interior detail
Rooftop terrace
Front of property
Located in the heart of Vancouver, Skwachàys Lodge combines art and comfort in a distinctive way. Guests can explore the on-site art gallery, relax in the sauna, or stay connected with free WiFi. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the helpful staff at this cultural haven.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room (Deluxe) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room (Deluxe)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
31 West Pender, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1R3

What's nearby

  • Rogers Arena - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • BC Place Stadium - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Vancouver Waterfront - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Canada Place - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Stadium-Chinatown Station - 5 min walk
  • Vancouver Waterfront Station - 10 min walk
  • Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tokyo In April - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Pint Public House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taishoken Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Congee Noodle Delight - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Skwachàys Lodge

Hotel near Rogers Arena
Close to BC Place Stadium and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, Skwachàys Lodge provides an art gallery on site, a sauna, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Multilingual staff, 2 meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code. Security staff are available to assist guests after 11 PM.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of CAD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit/debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

Skwachàys
Skwachàys Lodge
Skwachàys Lodge Vancouver
Skwachàys Vancouver
Skwachàys Lodge Hotel
Skwachàys Lodge Vancouver
Skwachàys Lodge Hotel Vancouver

Frequently asked questions

Is Skwachàys Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Skwachàys Lodge?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Skwachàys Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Skwachàys Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Skwachàys Lodge located?

Located in Downtown Vancouver, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Gastown Steam Clock, Rogers Arena, and BC Place Stadium. Vancouver Waterfront and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal are also within 15 minutes. Stadium-Chinatown Station is 5 minutes by foot and Waterfront Metro Station is 9 minutes.

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Reviews

Skwachàys Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

zack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique rooms and very nice staff, 100% would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hirak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great location, clean and pretty rooms, light breakfast fare offerred in the morning is a great touch!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to cruise terminal, nice native artwork .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great staff! Would highly recommend! Great Continental Breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great experience staying here, such lovely helpful staff. Really clean room and very comfortable bed! We will 100% be booking to stay here again anytime we have to go to the city! Will recommend to anyone and everyone!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, unique property with comfortable rooms in a really interesting and fun area. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

The hotel itself is nice, with friendly staff, a great lounge area and local art. However the area outside felt unsafe with lots of sketchy people - both day and night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2nd time staying here. Would highly recommend for concert and hockey games
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

GERAINT

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The place itself is stunning, great decor wonderful staff, clean and comfortable, the street is horrible but no fault of the owners!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, clean, comfortable bed, beautiful art. Little support and presence from staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the lodge - especially loved the room design and the art gallery in the lobby!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ismael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Made a new friend with great recommendations on near by places. Hotel was great and awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the style, very unique! Staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness
The bed was comfortable whenever i am in Vancouver i will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property manager was great, very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and perfect for 2 people. I would stay there again if I had a male partner with me. I would not stay there alone. The area around the Hotel had many homeless people and/or drug addicts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very unique hotel that is well run. Unfortunately the area they operate has notably deteriorated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so amazing! Beautiful art and beds and pillows and towels and fridge! What else could you need:)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing artists and gallery of their work, such a unique place to stay. The area is a little rough if you’re traveling alone just be aware - but there is a lot to see and do there in the surrounds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attractive rooftop garden, room décor creative and tasteful. Most of the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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