Kingston HotelvsThe Burrard
Both The Burrard and The Kingston Hotel Bed & Breakfast are rated very highly by writers. On balance, The Burrard scores significantly better than The Kingston Hotel Bed & Breakfast. The Burrard comes in at #19 in Vancouver with accolades from 9 reviews such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Kingston Hotel
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
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