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 - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Stanley Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
Canada Place - 5 min drive - 3.1 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 Waterfront Station - 4 min drive
Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Station - 8 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
Morton Park - 2 min walk
Cactus Club Cafe - 3 min walk
CRAFT Beer Market English Bay - 3 min walk
The Park at English Bay - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 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.
Languages
English, French
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
LOCAL_PARKING
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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Sylvia Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Location
Service staff
Room
Restaurant
Beach
View
History
Food
Bed
Air conditioning
What guests liked
The property's dining experience was excellent with great food, good service, and lovely views of English Bay. (45 reviews)
The property's beachfront location offers stunning views and easy access to the beach. (49 reviews)
Breakfast options were delicious and offered with great views of English Bay. (26 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
Great place to stay
M
M, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Nice restaurant and views of the ocean
Barbara
Barbara, 2-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 8, 2025
Love this place!
This is my second time staying at this hotel, and I will definitely be back. I love this place, the access to everything is fantastic, you can’t beat the view and the restaurant is amazing. You know it’s great when the locals I’ll go there!
Marsha
Marsha, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Older but lovely hotel, good food, nice people. Would definitely stay again.
rod
rod, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
Historic waterfront hotel, fine dining.
The Sylvia is a historic Vancouver waterfront hotel on English Bay. The dining room and pub both look out at the beach and promenade where there is lots of activities year-round. Staff and service are excellent.
William J
William J, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2025
Great Location
Classy, good value, perfect location
Randy
Randy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
Nice hotel
Historic Hotel with wonderful location. Easy parking underneath. The restaurant was good at breakfast, with a nice view. The staff was excellent and always friendly.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
I've stayed many times at The Sylvia
Always enjoy staying at The Sylvia. Love the quiet and quaint location. Right by the seawall, Stanley Park, and restaurants. Love that it's a boutique hotel and an historical landmark; photos of stories long passed displayed throughout the hotel.The staff are warm and friendly and provide exceptional service. I've stayed many times. Yes I highly recommend.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
An amazing stay
Trevor
Trevor, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Staff were great, perfect location
Chelsa
Chelsa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Love the charm of the property, excellent restaurant and bar and excellent location
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2025
Perfect quiet location only a mile or two from downtown easily walkable!
Chandler
Chandler, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
Awesomeness Described
Love this Hotel, many years ago I lived next door reminiscing great old memories
Ernie
Ernie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
s always staff goes out of their way to help you have a great stay and the location is very condusive to enjoying vancouver.
Alexander
Alexander, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Beautiful hotel in a beautiful location.
Jean-Baptiste
Jean-Baptiste, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
It is a historical hotel in an amazing location that was pet friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Lucinda
Lucinda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
This place feels like a home away from home. The food and atmosphere in the restaurant also made the stay very enjoyable.
Laurie
Laurie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Besides being a great hotel overall, location, location, location!
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
This was the perfect place for a walking and dog oriented vacation. The hotel was everything we were looking for.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
Great service
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Simple yet excellent!
Sylvia Hotel has the best location for our needs, easy on site parking, comfortable bed and room, and friendly staff. It is an older hotel without all the frills but for the price it is the perfect spot for us.
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2024
Very charming property with very friendly and attentive staff. Would stay again!
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2025
English Bay, the Sylvia Hotel
This is a great base when visiting family in the West End of the city, walkable to most areas, used Taxis to get around and evo car share app. Stanley park just around the corner and English bay right in front of the hotel.