Vancouver Hotels

Vancouver City Skyline at Dusk with one of many float planes arriving.

Vancouver City Skyline at Dusk with one of many float planes arriving.

 

 

Author: Gareth Hoyle

Named after explorer George Vancouver who discovered the region in 1790, Vancouver is located on the western coastline of Canada. Vancouver experiences warm summers and wet winters and while snow fall is usually evident, it doesn’t tend to last long. The city is a lively and fast paced city that offers something for all visitors to see and enjoy when staying in one of the many fine Vancouver hotels.

About Vancouver

Vancouver is situated on the Fraser River and the Burrard Peninsula and is approximately 44 square miles in size. One of the main geographic features of the city is Stanley Park which is around 1001 acres and is one of the largest urban parks in North America. This is also home to many of the sights and attractions that the city has to offer.

Things To Do In Vancouver
Vancouver is filled with museums and educational places to visit as well as spots of incredible natural beauty. Golf is also one of the most popular pastimes and a reason that many people choose to stay in Vancouver hotels with access to various courses including Fraserview Golf Course and Queen Elizabeth Park Pitch. Stanley Park is also very popular with visitors while a bustling nightlife make it a popular destination with those looking for a fun packed holiday.
The Fairmont Hotel
If you’re looking for iconic Vancouver Hotels then the Fairmont Hotel, which is also known as the Castle in the City, is ideal. Rich in history, the Fairmont is a five star luxury hotel and it offers a swimming pool, health club, and state of the art spa facility. There are also designer shops and boutiques so you don’t need to travel far for the perfect shopping trip.
The Listel Hotel

The Listel Hotel is considered to be Vancouver’s most art-full hotel. It aims to provide the perfect combination of incredible design, beautiful art, and luxury accommodation and it certainly doesn’t fall short in these respects. Every guest room includes contemporary art features that are provided by the Buschlen Mowatt Art Gallery. O’Douls Restaurant and Bar has an award winning wine list and offers incredible live jazz music too.

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About the Author

Visit VancouverHotels.com for a selection of some of the city’s finest and most unique Vancouver hotels . Make your stay a special one by choosing the hotel that best suits your needs.

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