The BurrardvsCentury Plaza Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Burrard is the choice of most reviewers compared to Century Plaza Hotel & Spa. The Burrard comes in at 79 with recommendations from 8 reviewers like Frommer's, Oyster and Rough Guide.
The Burrard
1100 Burrard Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 1Y7, Canada
From $86/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Fitness Center
- Multilingual
Rough Guide
"After a 2011 facelift, this traditional 1950s hotel has been transformed into a modish retreat."
BlackBook
"Leave splashy excess to the arrivistes and opt for an on-point experience that doesn’t cost your whole holiday."
Fodor's
"Freebies abound at the fun and funky Burrard." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Within easy walking distance of loads of cultural venues... and fun restaurants. It's a good choice for those who want to save some cash and value a hipster vibe." Full review
Afar Magazine
"This retro 1950s motor hotel sits on a busy street in Vancouver’s downtown core, just steps from the financial district and bustling shopping areas of Robson and West Georgia streets." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"A retro-chic downtown hotel, The Burrard opened its doors in 1956 as a motor inn and has since been updated with new rooms, a new courtyard, and a big dose of style." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Although the rooms are basic, The Burrard's location and the playful aesthetics more than pull their weight. This is a great choice for budget travelers with an eye for style." Full review
Frommer's
"Rooms have a cool updated Mid-Century Modern vibe, with silver graphic drapes, groovy ceramic lamps, and comfortable, contemporary beds with padded headboards...the hotel offers bikes for guests" Full review
Lonely Planet
"A knowingly cool sleepover with a tongue-in-cheek retro feel...with modern flourishes and contemporary amenities such as refrigerators and flat-screen TVs. " Full review
Century Plaza Hotel
1015 Burrard St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 1Y5, Canada
From $80/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"This centrally located tower sleepover combines standard business hotel-style rooms (all with handy kitchenettes) plus a raft of on-site amenities." Full review
Time Out
"A great place to stay downtown and relatively new decor is light and modern." Full review
Star Service
"Unlike so many long-stay and all-suite lodges in Vancouver, Century Plaza piles up an impressive roster of facilities to accompany its variety of accommodations." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Century Plaza Hotel & Spa has many attractive features, including a prime downtown location, full-service spa, fine-dining restaurant, and even a comedy club." Full review
Fodor's
"Full kitchens and an indoor pool make this 30-story Downtown high-rise a good family choice." Full review