The Pool at Fairmont Pacific Rim

"There is a subtle, modern, almost Asian feel to the property, from the perfumed entranceway to the Japanese serenity of the rooftop pool deck"

"An outdoor rooftop pool—a rarity in Vancouver—with private cabanas and iron fire pits has excellent food and bar offerings, including Canada's signature Caesar cocktail with vodka and Clamato juice, and apps of yam tempura rolls and Dungeness crab sushi"

"Extras include gratis loaner bikes as well as a rooftop swimming pool that should monopolize plenty of your time"

"Up-to-date amenities include an outstanding fitness center with a yoga studio, a rooftop heated pool open year-round, and a high-end spa"

"The sixth-floor pool is a great spot to relax before or after a meal at Giovane, an Italian-inspired café and wine bar"

"Property highlights include a rooftop pool and hot tub along with private cabanas and fire pits for those chilly Canadian nights"

"Rooftop pool-view balcony suites and pampered Gold level amp up the VIP, but the staggeringly luxe multi-level Chairman’s Suite - with private meditation garden and gazebo outside a thrillingly exposed bathroom - is neither for shy bladders nor bank accounts"

"Lounge in one of five private cabanas (available to rent) by the pool, and from May through October, drinks are served at the poolside cabana bar"

"" "Ultra-modern rooms" are done in beige and natural tones; some look onto the pool terrace and have private patios with outdoor fireplaces"

"The least expensive Fairmont rooms are ample in size at 400 sq ft, while the Fairmont Pool View rooms are intriguing for their private patios with fireplaces overlooking the pool terrace"