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8.5

1,196 reviews

The Sylvia Hotel

The Sylvia Hotel

1154 Gilford Street, Vancouver, V6G 2P6, British Columbia, Canada

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Skiing

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Beachfront

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Beach

The Sylvia Hotel

Welcome to The Sylvia Hotel in the vibrant city of Vancouver, Canada. Located at 1154 Gilford Street, this charming 3-star hotel offers a beachfront experience like no other, with stunning views of the ocean right at your doorstep. The hotel is conveniently situated just 2.9mi from the city center, making it a perfect oasis for both relaxation and exploration.

With a total of 1196 reviews, The Sylvia Hotel has garnered acclaim for its exceptional service and prime location. Offering an array of amenities including skiing, free wifi, a pet-friendly environment, and a 24-hour front desk, guests are sure to have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The hotel's on-site bar, restaurant, and room service ensure that you can indulge in delicious meals without having to leave the tranquility of the beach.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Vancouver's coast at The Sylvia Hotel, where you can unwind in non-smoking rooms with private bathrooms and bathtubs for a luxurious experience. Whether you're visiting for business or pleasure, the free business center and convenient parking on site (with additional charges) make your stay stress-free. Book your stay at The Sylvia Hotel for a delightful beachfront getaway in the heart of British Columbia.

At The Sylvia Hotel, your furry friends are more than welcome to join you on your beachfront vacation in Vancouver! Enjoy the convenience of bringing your pets along at no extra charge. Just let the hotel know in advance, and your four-legged companions can frolic on the beach with you, creating unforgettable memories together.

Indulge in a delicious dining experience at Sylvia's, the hotel's on-site restaurant boasting a traditional ambiance and serving mouthwatering American cuisine. Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast before hitting the waves or a relaxing dinner overlooking the ocean at sunset, Sylvia's has you covered. With exceptional service and delectable dishes, your taste buds are in for a treat during your stay.

For ultimate convenience, The Sylvia Hotel accepts major credit cards like Visa, Mastercard, and American Express, ensuring a hassle-free check-in and checkout process. Leave your cash worries behind and enjoy the ease of payment with your preferred card, adding another layer of convenience to your beachfront getaway at The Sylvia Hotel in Vancouver.

Closest airports

Vancouver International Airport

6.7mi

Nanaimo Airport

36.7mi

Victoria International Airport

46.2mi

Friday Harbor Airport

53mi

Qualicum Beach Airport

56.6mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Beachfront

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Beach

Bar

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Elevator

Free toiletries

View

Bathtub

Rooms

One-Bedroom Suite with Kitchen in The Sylvia Hotel

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

1 Sofa Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

655 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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This suite features a fully equipped kitchen, sitting area with sofa bed and flat-screen TV. The private bathroom offers a hair dryer. Free WiFi is available.

Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in The Sylvia Hotel

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

495 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Shower

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Standard King Room in The Sylvia Hotel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

325 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Shower

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Standard Queen Room in The Sylvia Hotel

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

325 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Shower

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Suite, King

1 King Size Bed

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Suite, Queen

1 Queen Size Bed

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Kitchen

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Room - 3 Bed

Flat-screen TV

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Room Selected at Check in

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Suite, Kitchenette

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Suite With Kitchenette

Guest reviews

8.5

1,196 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Janice

8.2

February 2024

Great location at English Bay in Vancouver's west end. Easy walk to many great restaurants. Public transit very easy from airport with only one transfer from the skytrain to a bus and a cost of around $8. The room was big and comfortable. We were able to sleep with the windows open and not be bothered by traffic noise. The fruit tray we got from breakfast room service was outstanding in freshness and value. Happy hour in the bar for sunset was well priced and a beautiful view.

We would have preferred not being by the elevators. Fortunately one was being updated and so, not being used. You could hear people talking while they were waiting for the elevator that was working. Not a deal breaker but not a great way to start your morning.

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Ingrid

9.1

October 2023

The hotel was great and we spent a lovely time there! Everyone was friendly and helpful.Breakfast in the restaurant was nice with a fantastic view. The location is unbeatable and this part of Vancouver is of of many pleasant areas of Vancouver. The room was quiet at night and we left the window open. It was comfy and spacious. We loved the atmosphere of the hotel, there is a lot of history and that makes it so special. Parking is easy. Early morning walks at the nearby seaside were fantastic. You meet joggers, cyclists and people walking their dogs. Grab a bike and cycle the seawall, it starts at your doorstep :) Lovely cafés, restaurants, supermarkets etc were very close to the hotel. You can walk to the ferry taking you to Granville Island. Gaston is not far away and the walk there is nice. I wouldn´t want to stay anywhere else in Vancouver!

We have been happy there!

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Jonathan

10

April 2024

Fabulous place to stay in a fantastic location on English Bay just a short walk from the wonderful Stanley Park and a somewhat longer stroll from the water taxi over to Granville Island and beyond. The room we had was very spacious with the luxury of a separate sleeping area for our son. It could, perhaps, be described as a little dated but I prefer to think of it as simply being in keeping with such a beautiful and historic building. The restaurant has an excellent menu - we enjoyed both breakfast and dinner during our stay and can recommend both. One tip would be to book even if you're a guest of the hotel as it is very popular and rightly so. The staff were lovely and the service provided was exemplary with nothing being too much trouble.

Our only disappointment is that our stay wasn't longer - we'll certainly be back if we can!

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Rosalie

9.1

March 2024

Fabulous location across from English Bay. A cosy, comfortable hotel. The beds and pillows were great and the room was spotless. Loved that there were two comfy armchairs around a good sized table from which we could relax, read, or see a partial view of English Bay. We stayed at the Sylvia Hotel for 2 nights, after flying in very early from New Zealand. We had a reservation but didn’t expect to be able to get into a room before noon, however staff went out of their way to find one and get it cleaned and ready so that we could get some sleep in the morning - we greatly appreciated their thoughtfulness! The hotel is very convenient for the many restaurants and coffee shops on Denman and Davie Streets, and close to the bus stops. Nice bar and restaurants in the hotel with great views of the bay.

Room numbering system is confusing.

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Jamieson

9.1

January 2024

The exceptional, friendly, and efficient staff even on a busy New Year's Eve visit.

The food in the restaurant was good but not exceptional (except for the Lava Cake). Not quite sure how they arrived at who gets what table and at what time. We were told they only had 5 pm available, but when we left, there seemed to be lots of empty tables. We sat at the bar for a while, and there were empty tables right up to 8 pm, so why couldn't we have a reservation for at least 6 pm.

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Allison

10

February 2024

When I booked my flight to Vancouver through Booking.com, I received a $60 voucher to use on my hotel. I could not use this voucher online, and no one replied to my inquiry from Booking.com. Then the voucher expired. I thought I would be paying $129 for my room, not $189. Even though my stay was great, it still left a bad taste in my mouth. I felt a bit ripped off. I sure hope Booking.com reads this and provides me with a $60 refund!!

As above

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Lynn

9.1

August 2023

Classy historic hotel that maintained the historic decor, comfortable and roomy rooms, high quality meals, and thoroughly enjoyed the live music entertainment 2 nights. Fantastic location across from English Bay Beach, very close to Stanley Park and Granville Island in a safe neighborhood. Fans were provided due to the lack of air conditioning.

Due to the lack of air conditioning we kept our windows open, unfortunately starting at 7am every day until 5pm, very loud disturbing noise from the garbage bins etc pushed across the cobblestone courtyard below. Don't recommend staying on this side of the building. Recommend putting window air conditioners in the.rooms on this side of the building.

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Andrew

10

November 2023

The property has character and the dining room has one of the best views in the city. Staff are friendly and servers were accommodating with our choice of seating in the dining room. There was live music on Sunday night that was great. The rooms are in good shape, not super modern but clean and well maintained, handsome, spacious, all the amenities wifi etc. parking is also easy and convenient, no valet required.

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Valerie

10

April 2023

Our room was large and a great view. I’m a regular at this hotel

The restaurant is always a toss up. The menu has improved but the service is sometimes a black hole. Our breakfast and service at that time was terrific. Our evening meal was tasty but our first server left us after the main came and never came back the rest of the servers didn’t pick up the slack and we were left for a unreasonable amount of time with plates finished. We took a chance and ordered dessert and coffee. Coffee came quickly. Dessert never showed up for ten minutes after our coffee was finished. I sent the dessert back and paid the tab sans the dessert. Server busy talking to random people. Not sure if this was a kitchen issue or a server problem

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Paul

8.2

October 2023

The bed was very comfortable and the location was perfect. Close to the ocean, restaurants & bus stops. It was surprisingly quiet as we like to have the windows opened during the day & night & Room 711 was very clean & spacious. Front desk staff are very helpful, & polite.

Unfortunately when we checked in the elevators were not working, and then again the next day in the afternoon, but they were eventually fixed. The front desk staff were very apologetic & offered to hold our luggage upon our arrival.

Points of Interest Around The Sylvia Hotel

Attractions

English Bay

0.2mi

Stanley Park Nature House

0.4mi

Vancouver Maritime Museum

0.8mi

Vancouver Art Gallery

1.1mi

Vancouver Olympic Cauldron

1.3mi

BC Place Stadium

1.6mi

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

1.9mi

Vancouver Olympic Village (VVL)

2mi

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

4mi

Deep Cove

9mi

Bowen Island

12mi

Indian Arm

13.7mi

Stawamus Chief Provincial Park

27.2mi

Squamish Adventure Centre

28.9mi

Gulf Islands

30.6mi

Restaurants

Sylvia's

Cuisines

  • American

Ambiances

  • Traditional

Amenities of The Sylvia Hotel

Skiing

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Beachfront

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Beach

Bar

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Elevator

Free toiletries

View

Bathtub

Stay rules - The Sylvia Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Sylvia Hotel

Is it possible to stay with my pet at The Sylvia Hotel?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at The Sylvia Hotel. They allow pets for free and on request, with no extra charges. Enjoy your stay with your furry companion!

Is vehicle parking offered by The Sylvia Hotel?

Yes, guests at The Sylvia Hotel can conveniently access on-site public parking without the need for any reservation. The hotel charges C$25 per day for parking services.

How much does a stay at The Sylvia Hotel cost?

Rates at The Sylvia Hotel commence from $166. However, final pricing may depend on room choices and booking dates. Always input your stay dates for precise rates.

Which room categories can I book at The Sylvia Hotel?

The Sylvia Hotel offers various room types including 1 Bedroom Suite, Standard 2 Queen Beds, and King Room, accommodating 2 adults and 1 child in each room. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes range from Queen to King, with different room sizes available, providing options for different preferences.

What is there to do in The Sylvia Hotel?

At The Sylvia Hotel, guests can spend their time enjoying a variety of leisure amenities. They can start their day with a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant, Sylvia's, which offers traditional American cuisine. After fueling up, guests can head to the beachfront to relax or take part in water activities. For those looking for some relaxation, they can unwind in the private bathroom with a bathtub provided in the rooms. In the evening, guests can grab a drink at the bar and enjoy the beautiful beach views. With a 24-hour front desk and room service available, guests can make the most of their stay at The Sylvia Hotel.

Is there an in-house restaurant at The Sylvia Hotel?

Yes, the Sylvia Hotel has a restaurant on site called Sylvia's offering traditional American cuisine.

Does The Sylvia Hotel accept credit cards and cash payments?

No, The Sylvia Hotel does not accept cash payments. Accepted payment methods at The Sylvia Hotel include Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.