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British Columbia / VANCOUVER ACCOMMODATION & TOURING

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Sandman Suites on Davie
Situated in the picturesque neighbourhood of the West End , Sandman Suites on Davie Street overlooks English Bay , providing all the rooms and suites with breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains . Located close to beaches , famous Stanley Park , and Granville Island , this hotel is the perfect place to combine sightseeing and nature walks .
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Enjoy relaxed West Coast luxury at the Fairmont Waterfront : sweeping views of the harbour and mountains , modern décor , and close to trendy eateries in historic Gastown , Robson Street shops , the Seawall and Stanley Park . Stop to smell the flowers in the rooftop garden where the hotel ' s fresh herbs and honey are sourced . ARC Restaurant is located just off the lobby .
From $ 179
Moderate
From $ 370
Deluxe
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Nestled between majestic coastal mountains and the Pacific Ocean , Vancouver ’ s spectacular scenery and vibrant lifestyle attracts visitors from across the globe . Known as the ' Castle in the City ', Fairmont Hotel Vancouver reflects timeless luxury and the history of Vancouver . Holding a prime downtown location , the hotel is just steps from attractions , activities and dining .
Fairmont Pacific Rim
Fairmont Pacific Rim , Vancouver ’ s definitive luxury hotel , offers unobstructed mountain and harbour views , combining the best of the Pacific Rim in its architecture and décor . The hotel features three eclectic dining destinations , resort-style Willow Stream Spa , rooftop pool deck , lavish guestrooms , and a variety of the city ’ s most luxurious suites .
From $ 370
Deluxe
From $ 370
Deluxe
Westin Wall Centre , Vancouver Airport Vancouver Lookout
This Four Diamond luxury hotel opened in January 2010 in a distinct marina-side location of the Richmond City Centre , seven minutes ’ walk to multicultural shopping centres and Canada Line Skytrain Station ( Aberdeen Station – 20 minutes ’ train ride to downtown Vancouver ). It is only a 25-minute drive to downtown Vancouver and a 12-minute walk to Richmond Summer Night Market ( open on Friday , Saturday and Sunday from May to October ). Free airport shuttle ( seven-minute drive ) is available . McArthur Glen Designer Outlet is newly open and is about a five-minute drive from the hotel . Unwind in one of the 188 tastefully designed guestrooms featuring the signature Westin Heavenly Bed ®. Enjoy free Wi-Fi in the lobby and use the WestinWORKOUT ® gym , pool or hot tub . The Apron restaurant and bar opens at 6.30 daily .
You have not seen Vancouver until you have seen it like this . The adventure starts with a 40-second elevator ride , whisking you 168 metres above ground to the panoramic observation deck . From there , you will enjoy stunning unobstructed views of picture-perfect Vancouver . Historic Gastown , the bustling downtown core , the sparkling waters of Coal Harbour , and the world-famous Stanley Park are all within view day or night at the city ' s most remarkable viewpoint , Vancouver Lookout . Enjoy a self-guided tour or let the friendly and knowledgeable staff lead you and help you make the most of your time here . Looking for advice on more mustsee attractions ? The team will be happy to help you . The Vancouver Lookout is open daily , year round .
From $ 192 Superior From $ 17
Vancouver Harbour Crusies
Get on board with Harbour Cruises for an extraordinary Vancouver experience ! Cruises include fully-narrated daily one hour tours of the Vancouver harbour , luxurious nightly Sunset Dinner Cruises with live entertainment , and Luncheon Cruises sailing through the calm blue waters of a Coastal Mountain range only accessible by boat !
Dr . Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
From $ 35
Hop-On , Hop-Off WESTCOAST Sightseeing
Experience downtown Vancouver at leisure as this Hop-On , Hop-Off tour circles through a series of cultural districts , seaside points of interest , and Stanley Park . Clear top buses for stunning views , rain or shine , and full commentary in English , French , Spanish , German , Japanese , Korean and Mandarin .
Named the World ’ s Top City Garden by National Geographic , Dr . Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is the first and only classical Chinese garden in all of Canada ! Covered walkways and beautiful pavilions protect guests from Vancouver ’ s famous rainforest conditions and make it the perfect place to visit year-round ! The jade green pond , koi fish , collection of 150-year-old miniature trees and tai hu rock imported from China are some of the delights the Garden offers . Built in 1986 by 53 master craftsmen from China and with 950 crates of traditional material , it was constructed using 14th century methods – without glue , screws or power tools . The Garden offers free guided tours and traditional Chinese tea as well as one-of-a-kind finds at the Eight Treasures Shop .
From $ 45
From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.
From $ 14 www . andersonvacations . ca