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Sylvia HotelvsExecutive Hotel Le Soleil
Both hotels are rated highly by professional travelers. On balance, Sylvia Hotel scores marginally higher than Executive Hotel Le Soleil. Sylvia Hotel scores 85 with recommendations from 10 sources including Afar Magazine, Insight Guides and Fodor's.
Sylvia Hotel
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1154 Gilford St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6G 2P6, Canada
From $90/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "Charming and blowsy, the Sylvia is the Blanche DuBois of hotels."
Insight Guides "Attractive old hotel overlooking English Bay, adjacent to Stanley Park. Surprising grandeur for the price, hence very popular, especially during the summer."
Fodor's "This Virginia-creeper-covered 1912 heritage building is popular because of its affordable rates and its near-perfect location." Full review
Rough Guide Star
"An ivy-wrapped landmark located in a heritage building, this popular place has an excellent reputation, making reservations essential."
Time Out "Eight floors high, the Sylvia was once the tallest building in western Canada and is now listed and a city landmark, with Virginia vines growing up the light brick exterior." Full review
BlackBook "Apple-red sunsets and maple-lined seawalk shadows the old English-themed bar. Channeling “I Love Lucy,” the rooms are simple, clean and understated."
OysterMid-Range
"The mid-range Sylvia Hotel is a nice choice for those looking for a comfy and homey hotel away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Vancouver." Full review
Afar Magazine "Vancouver’s only beachfront hotel conjures thoughts of a more genteel era, thanks to its Virginia Creeper–clad brick and terra-cotta walls and heritage building status." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Ideally situated across the street from First Beach on English Bay...if you’re not expecting luxury, you’ll embrace The Sylvia as a tremendous value in one of the most enviable locations in Vancouver." Full review
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Ask for a room overlooking English Bay, on the south facing (Beach Avenue) side of the hotel.
Frommer's "The big draw is, of course, the unbeatable location right on English Bay—that, and the great room rates. Each room has its own layout, which ranges from small bargain rooms to big suites" Full review
Executive Hotel Le Soleil Concierge
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The Telegraph Frommer's
567 Hornby St, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 2E8, Canada
From $69/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "One of Vancouver's few boutique hotels, the 112-room Hotel Le Soleil is all about cozy romance."
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Avoid the third-floor suites, which have no living-room windows and are a bit gloomy.
Lonely Planet "One of Vancouver's most stylish boutique hotel towers, Le Soleil is lined with classical European furnishings and bold flourishes that have a chic, Versace-esque appeal." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Louis XIV would feel right at home in this ornate, over-the-top (and surprisingly affordable) Downtown hotel, where almost all of 119 guest rooms are suites." Full review
Time Out "With furniture custom-designed in the 'Biedermeier' style, you might feel like you've walked into the 19th century." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Luxury chain property located on a quiet street... couples and business travelers choose the hotel for its elegant and refined French styling, on-site bar and restaurant." Full review
Star Service "Topping off its charms is its excellent location within walking distance of Robson Street, Pacific Centre Mall and other downtown attractions." Full review
Fodor's "At this classy boutique hotel, the intimate fireplace in the neoclassical lobby and the vibrant gold-and-crimson fabrics in the guest rooms—most are small suites—radiate warmth." Full review
Gayot "Opulence and personal service are standard features at this Vancouver boutique hotel."
The Telegraph7.0
"Friendly personalised service and a killer downtown location make this all-suite boutique hotel a fan-favourite with regular visitors to Vancouver." Full review
Frommer's "Le Soleil is all ornate, over-the-top opulence...the all-suite guest rooms don’t have much of a view at all. Still, the service is exceptional, and the Copper Chimney Restaurant & Bar is a fine place" Full review
