Granville Island HotelvsFairmont Pacific Rim
Fairmont Pacific Rim and Granville Island Hotel are both rated highly by expert writers. On balance, Fairmont Pacific Rim is the choice of most reviewers compared to Granville Island Hotel. Fairmont Pacific Rim ranks #7 in Vancouver with endorsements from 16 publications including Concierge, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
Granville Island Hotel Show All Reviews
1253 Johnston Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 3R9, Canada
From $133/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides
"An elegant hotel in a spectacular setting amid the action of Granville Island."
Fodor's
"Granville Island is one of Vancouver's more entertaining neighborhoods, but unless you've moored up in a houseboat, the only overnight option is the Granville Island Hotel." Full review
Rough Guide
"You’re away from central Downtown in this polished, modern hotel, which has a good bar and restaurant and a spectacular waterfront setting."
Time Out
"Far enough from the main public market area to avoid the crowds but close enough to walk to in minutes, this hotel boasts a spectacular view looking east out over False Creek." Full review
Star Service
"Although it lights a torch for business travelers, it is romantics and vacationers in search of something unique that find the best value here." Full review
BlackBook
"Crisp and clubby downstairs with traditional jewel tones and dark woods in guest rooms and suites, some equipped with their own jacuzzi, deck and gas fireplace."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Located next to the beautiful marina on Granville Island, one of Vancouver's top tourist hotspots, this boutique hotel has 82 rooms and gorgeous views from several points throughout the property." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This boutique hotel on Granville Island set along False Creek, features views of the water and downtown Vancouver." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Soak up a slice of Island life when you check into this relaxed boutique spot minutes from the heart of the city with a million-dollar view across False Creek." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This hotel, the only hotel on busy Granville Island, has great views and en eclectic architectural character that somehow works." Full review
Fairmont Pacific Rim Show All Reviews
1038 Canada Place, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 0B9, Canada
From $315/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"The Pacific Rim conveys urban high-style comfort in a high-energy atmosphere, minus the corporate feel of most hotels popular with both business and leisure travelers."
Fodor's
"The multimillion-dollar units embody extravagance, with their lavish views, swank design, tall windows, and plush amenities that include a signature Willow Stream spa." Full review
Jetsetter
"Arty urban escape with a locavore restaurant, slick digital services and a spa with outdoor meditation pods." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Near the convention center, this chic 377-room property is Vancouver's newest Fairmont." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 377-room Fairmont is an upscale property on the northern edge of Downtown Vancouver, across the street from the Convention Center, and blocks to the harbor and public transport." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel towers a lofty 48 floors above the Burrard Inlet waterfront, with panoramic views of the North Shore Mountains, Stanley Park, and Coal Harbour." Full review
Rough Guide
"Located by Canada Place and the port, this modern 377-room hotel is the place to stay if money is no object and you’re after a prime location."
Star Service
"The baths draw the most admiration. These are large, glossy with gray marble, and feature TVs embedded in the mirrors, Bose sound systems, Italian bath towels, robes and slippers." Full review
Gayot
"Located on the water in downtown Vancouver (next to the new convention center), this luxury hotel offers 377 guest rooms and suites with views of the North Shore Mountains."
BlackBook
"White marble lobby with sweeping staircase, dark wood drama and modern lighting sets a refined, contemporary mood."