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The Westin Bayshore, VancouvervsShangri-La Vancouver
Both The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver and Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver is the choice of most writers compared to The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver. Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver is ranked #2 in Vancouver with praise from 16 sources including Oyster, Frommer's and Gayot.
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Star Service
BlackBook
Oyster
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1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia V6G 2V4, Canada
From $113/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "This is Vancouver's only resort hotel with its own marina, and the mountain and water views from all but a handful of its rooms are stunning." Full review
Lonely Planet "High-quality amenities abound at this landmark Vancouver hotel but it's the location that brings the visitors back year after year." Full review
Time Out "t feels like a holiday resort in the midst of the city, with its West Coast modernist architecture and heated outdoor pool looking out to sea." Full review
Star Service "The prime waterfront setting remains a significant draw and helps to create a more resortlike operation than what most of Vancouver's commercial stars deliver. " Full review
BlackBook "Creamy marble and accents of teak, gold and glass stand in elegant contrast to stunning vistas of blue and green outside at this luxe landmark with unbeatable Stanley Park and mountain views."
OysterUpscale
"The Westin Bayshore is an upscale chain hotel with classically decorated rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows -- many with excellent city or harbor views." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Yes, it’s got tons of meeting space and is popular with the business-convention set—but the Bayshore also happens to have one of the city’s most spectacular locations." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"The Westin Bayshore may be a large chain hotel but it has bags of character, a healthy food and lifestyle focus, and offers up a friendly West Coast welcome." Full review
Fodor's "The only downtown resort hotel, the Bayshore is also rich with recreational opportunities, including fishing charters, sightseeing cruises, and poolside yoga." Full review
Afar Magazine "Located at the harbor, the views from the Westin Bayshore Hotel are spectacular...the hotel is conveniently located right next to Stanley Park and not to far from Robson Street in downtown Vancouver. " Full review
Shangri-La Vancouver Frommer's
Concierge
Jetsetter Oyster Star Service
Gayot BlackBook
Forbes Travel Guide Lonely Planet Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
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
