Sylvia HotelvsL'Hermitage Hotel
Both Sylvia Hotel and L'Hermitage Hotel are praised by professionals. On balance, L'Hermitage Hotel scores slightly better than Sylvia Hotel. L'Hermitage Hotel comes in at 87 with accolades from 10 publications such as Rough Guide, The Telegraph and Gayot.
Sylvia Hotel Show All Reviews
1154 Gilford St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6G 2P6, Canada
From $90/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Charming and blowsy, the Sylvia is the Blanche DuBois of hotels."
Insight Guides
"Attractive old hotel overlooking English Bay, adjacent to Stanley Park. Surprising grandeur for the price, hence very popular, especially during the summer."
Fodor's
"This Virginia-creeper-covered 1912 heritage building is popular because of its affordable rates and its near-perfect location." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"An ivy-wrapped landmark located in a heritage building, this popular place has an excellent reputation, making reservations essential."
Time Out
"Eight floors high, the Sylvia was once the tallest building in western Canada and is now listed and a city landmark, with Virginia vines growing up the light brick exterior." Full review
BlackBook
"Apple-red sunsets and maple-lined seawalk shadows the old English-themed bar. Channeling “I Love Lucy,” the rooms are simple, clean and understated."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range Sylvia Hotel is a nice choice for those looking for a comfy and homey hotel away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Vancouver." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Vancouver’s only beachfront hotel conjures thoughts of a more genteel era, thanks to its Virginia Creeper–clad brick and terra-cotta walls and heritage building status." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Ideally situated across the street from First Beach on English Bay...if you’re not expecting luxury, you’ll embrace The Sylvia as a tremendous value in one of the most enviable locations in Vancouver." Full review
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Ask for a room overlooking English Bay, on the south facing (Beach Avenue) side of the hotel.
Frommer's
"The big draw is, of course, the unbeatable location right on English Bay—that, and the great room rates. Each room has its own layout, which ranges from small bargain rooms to big suites" Full review
L'Hermitage Hotel Show All Reviews
788 Richards Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3A4, Canada
From $122/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Get beyond the marble floors, silk and velvet walls, and gold-cushion benches in the lobby and you'll discover a warm residential character to this boutique hotel." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This classy, well-located property is divided between longer-stay suites that attract visiting movie-industry types and guests just dropping in for the night." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"Staff at this luxury hotel are famed for their warmth, helpfulness, and attention to detail."
Star Service
"A more personal option than the Westin Grand or the Delta Vancouver, with a more luxurious feel than the Moda, L'Hermitage appeals to style-conscious travelers. " Full review
Gayot
"L'Hermitage Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the fashionable shopping district of Robson Street in Vancouver, British Columbia. LâHermitage offers style, luxury and comfort to all its guests."
Oyster
Upscale
"One of the most elegant properties in Vancouver... outdoor spaces include a landscaped terrace garden with shaded seating and an outdoor saltwater lap pool and hot tub." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Step inside the ornate lobby and prepare to be wowed by L’Hermitage’s dramatic suspended scarlet sculpture and stylish monochrome mosaic marble floor." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This luxury boutique hotel is an excellent value for your money." Full review
Jetsetter
"Boutique digs on Robson Street, steps from the best shopping in British Columbia." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The dramatic lobby with its black-and-white floor and flamboyant suspended scarlet sculpture is the yin to the yang of the quietly elegant rooms above." Full review