YWCA Hotel VancouvervsGranville Island Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by writers. Overall, Granville Island Hotel scores slightly higher than YWCA Hotel Vancouver. Granville Island Hotel is ranked #16 in Vancouver with accolades from 11 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Oyster and Insight Guides.
YWCA Hotel Vancouver
733 Beatty Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 2M4, Canada
From $79/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Fitness Center
- Multilingual
- Meeting Rooms
Fodor's
"A secure, modern high-rise in the heart of the entertainment district, the YWCA has bright, comfortable rooms—a few big enough to sleep five." Full review
Rough Guide
"Despite its name, Vancouver’s main “Y” is open to all and is excellent, offering the city’s best inexpensive accommodation."
Time Out
"Rates are very reasonable considering the area and the fact that part of the proceeds goes towards helping families, women and children in need." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A good-value, well-located option offering nicely maintained (if spartan) rooms of the student accommodation variety." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"The budget YWCA Hotel Vancouver offers basic accommodations with attractive, modern decor for rates that are hard to beat." Full review
Frommer's
"This attractive 12-story residence next door to the Georgian Court Hotel is an excellent choice for travelers on limited budgets and attracts a large percentage of international travelers." Full review
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