Sylvia HotelvsThe Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Sylvia Hotel and Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver are both rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Sylvia Hotel scores marginally higher than Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. Sylvia Hotel is ranked #14 in Vancouver with accolades from 10 sources like Frommer's, Afar Magazine and Insight Guides.
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
The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
845 Burrard Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 2K6, Canada
From $118/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"The hotel's Fleuri restaurant hosts an all-you-can-eat Chocoholic Buffet... it's one of many decadent perks that guests here can take advantage of."
Fodor's
"More like an exclusive European guesthouse, this refined hotel has rooms furnished in a Parisian style with soft neutrals and lush fabrics; the service is gracious and attentive." Full review
Jetsetter
"Continental elegance steps from Robson Street’s trendy boutiques and galleries." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Conspicuously opulent, the Sutton Place Hotel bills itself as 'Vancouver's premier luxury business hotel' (and is famed for its discretion.)." Full review
Time Out
"This is an AAA Five Diamond hotel, with fine attention to detail and possibly the most attentive staff in the city." Full review
Gayot
"Elegant and refined, the Sutton Place Hotel is one of downtown Vancouver's many tastefully adorned luxury hotels."
BlackBook
"Home away from home to A-list Hollywood, NHL players and local royalty in need of a shopping respite."
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Located on the downtown waterfront behind the iconic white sails of the Canada Place complex, the deluxe Pan Pacific Vancouver has a prime location for both business and leisure travelers." Full review
Frommer's
"Don't let the bland, corporate-looking exterior fool you: This hotel has won many awards, and is known to hotel cognoscenti as one of the best in Vancouver in terms of overall comfort and service." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 1986-opened Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver is a luxury property decorated in a traditionally elegant style." Full review