wonderful "landmark" hotel

Stayed in October 2023

The breakfast in the restaurant was pricey.

The Sylvia is an iconic landmark in Vancouver that reminds one of its long history in the area. It is not as modern in its decor as some downtown hotels, but for us that is part of its charm. It was clean, quiet and close to wonderful English Bay. It was great to finally stay there, even for one night.

Stayed in August 2023

I know the elevators are being upgraded right now, but I think the elevators could be better. the elevators are so jerky that they make me a pretty dizzy. we also had a hard time finding parking down below later in the day.

this was my family's second time staying here and we loved it! this time around, we enjoyed the beach! we also tried the room service for the first time and while it was a little pricey, we LOVED the food - and the mochas amazing!!

Stayed in October 2023

All good

Location was perfect. Staff very friendly. Room very spacious and clean

Stayed in October 2023

nothing

Loved everything about the Sylvia It combines a beautiful historic hotel in a beautiful and convenient location with impeccable service

Stayed in October 2023

Not sufficient staff to have dining room open for breakfast

Location, Ambience

Stayed in September 2023

The hotel is incredibly well maintained and authentic throughout. The room was comfortable and we experienced great service and a good range of food and beverages served in the bar and restaurant by friendly staff. The location is superb for a sun-downer stroll along English Bay and provides easy access to Stanley Park, Downtown and also Granville Island via the Water Taxi.

Stayed in September 2023

We have been happy there!

The hotel was great and we spent a lovely time there! Everyone was friendly and helpful.Breakfast in the restaurant was nice with a fantastic view. The location is unbeatable and this part of Vancouver is of of many pleasant areas of Vancouver. The room was quiet at night and we left the window open. It was comfy and spacious. We loved the atmosphere of the hotel, there is a lot of history and that makes it so special. Parking is easy. Early morning walks at the nearby seaside were fantastic. You meet joggers, cyclists and people walking their dogs. Grab a bike and cycle the seawall, it starts at your doorstep :) Lovely cafés, restaurants, supermarkets etc were very close to the hotel. You can walk to the ferry taking you to Granville Island. Gaston is not far away and the walk there is nice. I wouldn´t want to stay anywhere else in Vancouver!

Stayed in October 2023

Unfortunately when we checked in the elevators were not working, and then again the next day in the afternoon, but they were eventually fixed. The front desk staff were very apologetic & offered to hold our luggage upon our arrival.

The bed was very comfortable and the location was perfect. Close to the ocean, restaurants & bus stops. It was surprisingly quiet as we like to have the windows opened during the day & night & Room 711 was very clean & spacious. Front desk staff are very helpful, & polite.

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing

Location and the restaurant

Stayed in October 2023

Older small bathroom

It’s location and old style charm

Stayed in October 2023

Room decor and corridors were a bit dated - but suspect that keeps the price down

Location was excellent . Food was good - view from the dining room could not be better

Stayed in October 2023

Slow wifi, stained bath tub.

Fantastic location, lovely historic building.

Stayed in October 2023

Great location.

Stayed in September 2023

Maybe free Parking would be nice. We thought Room was small for the price we paid

Staff were friendly. Food in restaurant good. Music great.

Stayed in October 2023

Good location - Peaceful Good dining and bar facilities with live music - this wasn’t intrusive as the dining areas were large enough to be able to hear it or not.

Stayed in September 2023

nothing!

fantastic location lovely staff

Stayed in September 2023

liked it all

liked it all

Stayed in September 2023

It seems a bit like the best times of the hotel are over. The rooms are very cold (not isolated, no heating) and the elevators didn't or barely worked.

Perfect location right next to the beach and to Stanley Park and still in walkable distance to the bustling Downtown. Good in house restaurant/cocktail bar (the first in Vancouver!) but also many other options right around the corner. Old heritage building. We slept very well in those comfy beds.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing

Beautiful rooms, pleasant staff, and fantastic location.

Stayed in August 2023

Initial welcome could have been friendlier but this was a one off.

Wonderful location on the waterfront in English Bay with great views. Large, comfortable, quiet King room. History of the property. Excellent restaurant.

Stayed in September 2023

Very disappointed in eggs Benny, highly rated by friends, hollandaize sauce was very sour. We remove it from eggs so we could eat them. We mentioned this to waitress, she replied "are they edible" to which we replied, "without the sauce."

Location, excellent service

Stayed in September 2023

n/a

everything!

Stayed in August 2023

A little tired in the room decor. Blinds need replacing.

Perfect location. Great food. Lovely staff.

Stayed in August 2023

The location is fantastic. The room was large, comfortable & clean. It was lovely to have windows that open. We also really liked to see the historic photos of the hotel & the neighbourhood. The staff were friendly & helpful.

Stayed in September 2023