1154 Gilford Street, West End, V6G 2P6 Vancouver, Canada
#25 of 72 hotels in Vancouver
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1007 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 14 May 2024
Nancy
CanadaElevators slow, but used the stairs.
Great staff, large room, view of ocean and green space.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Judy
CanadaThe breakfast was underwhelming and over priced for the quality of food service. But, I only ate there one time so would give it a second try. Friendly staff!
The location is perfect with beautiful views and great walking possibilities!!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Joanne
United KingdomNext to the room was an elevator being maintained. We weren't informed of this and were disturbed by the noise of the workmen.
The staff at The Sylvia Hotel are always welcoming and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Richard
CanadaOne elevator was out of service but as we were on vacation waiting a couple of minutes was not a bother to us.
Everything was grand. Attentive and friendly staff. Location at English Bay cannot be surpassed. A real brass key to access room, no swipe cards
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Ana
United StatesFantastic Staff, very accommodating, polite, friendly. Thank you for treating us so nicely!!! Amazing location! The hotel is a gem, with an old charm look and feel that are hard to find in modern Vancouver. We will be back!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Jonathan
United KingdomOur only disappointment is that our stay wasn't longer - we'll certainly be back if we can!
Fabulous place to stay in a fantastic location on English Bay just a short walk from the wonderful Stanley Park and a somewhat longer stroll from the water taxi over to Granville Island and beyond. The room we had was very spacious with the luxury of a separate sleeping area for our son. It could, perhaps, be described as a little dated but I prefer to think of it as simply being in keeping with such a beautiful and historic building. The restaurant has an excellent menu - we enjoyed both breakfast and dinner during our stay and can recommend both. One tip would be to book even if you're a guest of the hotel as it is very popular and rightly so. The staff were lovely and the service provided was exemplary with nothing being too much trouble.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Anna
United StatesThe room/bathroom was pretty small and the walls were very thin. Could hear neighbors talking through much of our stay.
The location was perfect and they had their own parking garage. It was overall a cool vibe of an older historic hotel and the location was just where we wanted to be.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Mychelle
CanadaDogs allowed in the hotel. We were awaken by a dog next door in the middle of the night.
Proximity to English Bay and Stanley Park
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Rosalie
CanadaRoom numbering system is confusing.
Fabulous location across from English Bay. A cosy, comfortable hotel. The beds and pillows were great and the room was spotless. Loved that there were two comfy armchairs around a good sized table from which we could relax, read, or see a partial view of English Bay. We stayed at the Sylvia Hotel for 2 nights, after flying in very early from New Zealand. We had a reservation but didn’t expect to be able to get into a room before noon, however staff went out of their way to find one and get it cleaned and ready so that we could get some sleep in the morning - we greatly appreciated their thoughtfulness! The hotel is very convenient for the many restaurants and coffee shops on Denman and Davie Streets, and close to the bus stops. Nice bar and restaurants in the hotel with great views of the bay.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Carol
CanadaWe had noisy neighbours !
Location is fabulous! Staff are lovely! Enjoyed breakfast and happy hour in the restaurant/bar
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Tom
United StatesThe beds could have been more comfortable.
The charming location and traditional style of the Sylvia Hotel.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Fred
United StatesAfter taxes it’s becoming too big a challenge for our budget
Nice location. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Jorma
CanadaWith only one tiny elevator operational sometimes a bit of a wait to catch it.
Location and history of the hotel
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Steven
United KingdomThe hotel has a wonderful atmosphere of days gone by.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Heather
United KingdomEverything
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Miguel
United StatesLack of staff in on site restaurant for both morning and evening. Make a reservation if you want to eat breakfast on a Sunday.
Cute, well maintained historical hotel in a great location next to English Bay. Walking trails are easily accessible along the bay and into Stanley Park. Lots of great restaurant choices in the neighborhood. On site restaurant has great food as well. Quiet hotel and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Verna
CanadaIt's an old old iconic hotel so what's not to like. The owners and management are working on necessary upgrades (elevators) so they are on top of it. So people, rejoice in this "find".!!
The lounge and dining room views are like none other in Vancouver, as far as I know. Charming, intimate, "away from the big city overwhelming vibe".
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
David
CanadaCould definitely use an upgrade of the heating system. We have the heater turned up on maximum and the room was still cold 12 hours later.
Excellent location and the building has a historic feel. Staff was very friendly. And breakfast was good.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Allison
CanadaAs above
When I booked my flight to Vancouver through Booking.com, I received a $60 voucher to use on my hotel. I could not use this voucher online, and no one replied to my inquiry from Booking.com. Then the voucher expired. I thought I would be paying $129 for my room, not $189. Even though my stay was great, it still left a bad taste in my mouth. I felt a bit ripped off. I sure hope Booking.com reads this and provides me with a $60 refund!!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Joos
SwitzerlandPerfect location in Vancouver, very friendly service
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Shannon
CanadaLoved the location and the history of the hotel.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Tricia
CanadaA very small detail, but worth a mention is that the gorgeous view of English Bay would be more easily viewed if the screens were taken off the windows.
We were upgraded to a room with a beautiful view. The room was very clean and comfortable and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Thomas
FranceGreat traditionnel hôtel in a beautiful place close to the the bay
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Rachel
New ZealandRooms and lifts could do with modernising, while original they were still comfortable.
Fabulous location in English bay across from the beach. Loved the historic building.
Stayed in February 2024
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