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Shangri-La VancouvervsGranville Island Hotel
Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver scores significantly better than Granville Island Hotel. Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver is ranked #2 in Vancouver with recommendations from 16 sources like Hideaway Report, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
Shangri-La Vancouver
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1128 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 0A8, Canada
From $184/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "For all-around luxury and excellent, unobtrusive service, the new Shangri-La, opened in 2009, can't be beat; its only rival is the Four Seasons." Full review
Concierge "The Asian-style hospitality is evident in the doting, singular focus on guests."
Jetsetter "Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver is in the heart of Vancouver, walking distance from Christ Church Cathedral and Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art. This 5-star hotel is close to..." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Shangri-La offers uber-luxe digs in Downtown Vancouver." Full review
Star Service "It is blessed with a beautifully realized breadth of facilities, and works well for both business and leisure travelers." Full review
Gayot "At Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver, in the city's tallest building, facilities, services and guest rooms sprawl over the top fifteen floors."
BlackBook "Softly lit, lightning bolt-shaped corner balconies maximize space but provide amazing rain shelter."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver is the brand’s first hotel in North America. Occupying 15 floors of the tallest building in downtown Vancouver, the hotel oozes sleek sophistication." Full review
Lonely Planet "The hotel's celebrated on-site restaurant, Market, is a winner even among those not staying here." Full review
Afar Magazine "The rooms are tranquil, with warm rosewood panels and tapestries, walls, and furnishings that softly glow with gold, cream, and earth tones." Full review
Granville Island Hotel
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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."
OysterUpper-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 Telegraph7.0
"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
