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Fairmont WaterfrontvsThe Burrard
Both hotels are praised by professional travelers. On balance, Fairmont Waterfront is preferred by most professionals compared to The Burrard. Fairmont Waterfront ranks #9 in Vancouver with endorsements from 14 publications like Gayot, Concierge and Condé Nast Traveler.
Fairmont Waterfront
Concierge
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
BlackBook
Jetsetter
Gayot Show All Reviews
900 Canada Place Way, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3L5, Canada
From $174/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "With a prime location right on Vancouver's harbor, this 23-story hotel has some of the city's most spectacular views."
Fodor's "This luxuriously modern 23-story hotel sits across the street from the cruise-ship terminal and the convention center." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Fairmont Waterfront is an upscale option in downtown Vancouver." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Downtown access and spectacular views converge in this magnificent tower hotel scenically situated on Burrard Inlet." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A spectacular glass-and-steel hotel across from the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Center. Ocean, mountain, and city views can be stunning, depending on your floor: ask when you reserve."
Time Out "City or harbour views (or both, if you opt for a corner room) grace the immaculate, spacious and bright rooms, half of which have recently been restyled." Full review
Star Service "This 23-story hotel blends in to its nautical surroundings with its curving blue glass facade and arched glass porte cochere, in a setting abuzz with floatplanes, cruise ships and helicopters." Full review
BlackBook "Perched in a transportation triangle, affords triple-threat views of mountains, busy harbor and the heart of downtown."
Jetsetter "A mod downtown oceanfront sleep with mountain, water and city views." Full review
Gayot "The views are everywhere at The Fairmont Waterfront in Vancouver, BC."
The Burrard
Rough Guide BlackBook Fodor's Oyster
Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
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
OysterMid-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 groovy makeover a few years back transformed this 1950s downtown motel into a knowingly cool sleepover with a tongue-in-cheek retro feel (neon exterior sign included). Colorful, mostly..." Full review
