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Sylvia Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
On the beach
Exterior detail
Interior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
The Sylvia Hotel brings laid-back charm to English Bay Beach. Travelers can unwind at Sylvia's Cocktail Lounge with ocean views complementing every meal. Practical amenities include in-room WiFi to keep guests connected and a 24-hour business center for those who need to work.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

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
(111 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 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
(138 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 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
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • City view
  • 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
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 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
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Sylvia Hotel is in West End, a walkable area in Vancouver with great shopping. Vancouver Waterfront and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore English Bay Beach and Stanley Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Rogers Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing and ice skating.
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1154 Gilford St, Vancouver, BC, V6G2P6

What's nearby

  • English Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Robson Street - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Canada Place - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Stanley Park - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Yaletown-Roundhouse Station - 3 min drive
  • Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Station - 8 min drive
  • Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sylvia Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mediterranean Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shamrock Alley - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Delany's Coffee House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sylvia Hotel

Hotel near English Bay Beach
Located close to Stanley Park and Robson Street, Sylvia Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour business center. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beachfront dining. The on-site restaurant, Sylvia's Cocktail Lounge, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • Wedding services, multilingual staff, and a porter/bellhop
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, bar, and beach locale
Room features
All 120 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (CAD 32.25 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sylvia's Cocktail Lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 400 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1912
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 220 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

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 available for CAD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for CAD 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 32.25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CAD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 per night

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 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is 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

Is Sylvia Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 220 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at Sylvia Hotel?

Self parking is available for CAD 32.25 per night.

What time is check-in at Sylvia Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sylvia Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Sylvia Hotel located?

Located in West End, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of English Bay Beach and Stanley Park. Robson Street and Vancouver Convention Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km). Burrard Station is 27 minutes by foot and Yaletown-Roundhouse Station is 27 minutes.

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Reviews

Sylvia Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1099 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1475 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the Sylvia hotel. Very pet friendly and staff and location are excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly, room was huge, great walking location, across the street from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very classy hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the Sylvia hotel. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Nice area across from beach/bay. Nice view restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location at Stanley Park
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent. This was a great step back into history and charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Classic older but super well maintained hotel, right on the waterfront by Stanley Park. Best location in Vancouver. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
And incredible experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qiaowei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Suite is nice, staff member very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location near Emglish Bay in a quieter area of the City with lots of amenities and variety of restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located right across the street from False Creek on English Bay. Great location to Stanley Park and Vancouver. Parking was secure and staff was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Amenities
Lots of shops and restaurants nearby. Lively neighborhoods
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful for my needs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing time staying here. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Sylvia was a beautiful, historic place to stay in Vancouver. We loved being so close to English Bay and walking the paths. The rooms were clean but musty and the beds were pretty uncomfortable. The historic vibe of the hotel was great though and everyone in my party really enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic!! Room was upgraded from a single to an ocean front suite, couldn't be happier. The staff were all Amazing as was hotel itself. I would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our time as usual.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying at the sylvia hotel. The area was in a perfect location for walking and enjoying the beach. The restaurant served good quality food with a beautiful view. I would definitely go back for another visit. Enjoyed the charm of this scolder hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An elegant historic property. An experience hard to come by in today’s cookie cutter hotels. A well trained and caring staff. We will return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lida

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location and very nice hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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