Sonder The SunsetvsThe Burrard
Both hotels are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Burrard ranks slightly better than Sunset Inn and Suites. The Burrard comes in at #25 in Vancouver with praise from 8 sources such as BlackBook, Oyster and Fodor's.
Sonder The Sunset
1111 Burnaby Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 1P4, Canada
From $90/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Fitness Center
Rough Guide
"One of the best West End “apartment” hotels and a good spot for a longer stay."
Time Out
"The country-home style rooms include fully equipped kitchens, private balconies, and partial views of the beaches or mountains." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"For guests who want spacious apartments with full kitchens and balconies at a low rate while they explore Vancouver, it's hard to beat." Full review
Frommer's
"All the rooms are studios or one-bedroom suites, with balconies and full kitchens...the beds are luxuriously comfortable and allergy-friendly and desks have ergonomic chairs. " Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A good-value cut above most of Vancouver's self-catering suite hotels, the popular Sunset Inn offers larger-than-average rooms with kitchens" Full review
The Burrard
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
Oyster
Mid-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