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Sylvia HotelvsKingston Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, Sylvia Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to The Kingston Hotel Bed & Breakfast. Sylvia Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 89 with accolades from 10 publications including Lonely Planet, Time Out and Fodor's.
Sylvia Hotel
Concierge
Insight Guides
Fodor's
Rough Guide
Time Out
BlackBook
Oyster
Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler
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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."
OysterMid-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
Kingston Hotel Fodor's Time Out
Lonely Planet Frommer's
757 Richards St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3A6, Canada
From $60/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
Fodor's "Convenient to shopping and nightlife, the family-run Kingston occupies a four-story elevator building dating back to 1910." Full review
Time Out "Above the busy and well regarded Kingston Taphouse and Grille, the Kingston offers well-maintained single, double and twin bed rooms." Full review
Lonely Planet "While some recent revamping has taken place, most of the 52 rooms at this 1910-built Euro-style pension are still conventionally basic."
Frommer's "An affordable downtown hotel is a rarity for Vancouver, but if you can do without the frills, the Kingston offers a clean, safe, inexpensive place to sleep." Full review
