The Sylvia Hotel – Family Hotel in Vancouver | From 81$/Night

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About the Hotel

1154 Gilford Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6G 2P6

“"The location directly across from the waterfront was amazing!"”view full review

Historic Beachfront Accommodations

The Sylvia Hotel is a designated heritage building from 1912 with 120 rooms and suites. Options include King Beach Avenue rooms with partial ocean views, Classic Three Bed Units with two queen beds and a sleeper sofa, King Suites with fully equipped kitchens, and English Bay Suites with king beds and queen Murphy beds. All rooms feature flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, coffee makers, and private bathrooms.

Waterfront Dining Experience

Sylvia's Restaurant & Lounge serves breakfast daily from 7:00 am, weekend brunch from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, and dinner until 10:00 pm. The All Day Dining Menu offers traditional favorites and modern cuisine. The Cocktail Lounge operates from 11:00 am to midnight, featuring historic cocktails and Happy Hour specials from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm on weekdays. All seating provides views of English Bay.

Beachside Activities Access

The hotel provides direct access to English Bay Beach and the Stanley Park seawall for swimming, rollerblading, and bicycling. Bike rentals are available through English Bay Bike Rentals. The Vancouver Aquatic Centre, located nearby, offers an indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, and fitness equipment. Live music occurs Sunday evenings in the Cocktail Lounge.

West End Location Advantages

Situated on English Bay at 1154 Gilford Street, the hotel is steps from Stanley Park and a 5-minute drive from downtown Vancouver. Nearby landmarks include English Bay Beach (300 meters), Robson Street shopping (1.5 km), and Canada Place (2 km). The property is 4 km from Olympic Village SkyTrain station and 15 km from Vancouver International Airport.

Event and Guest Services

The hotel offers the Pendrell Room for events, accommodating 25 guests for sit-down occasions and 35 for receptions. Sylvia's Food and Beverage Manager and Executive Chef create custom menus. Services include underground parking, pet-friendly accommodations, and group booking coordination. The front office team handles room requests and event details for weddings and special occasions.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Standard Queen Room

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard King Room

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds

4 persons

46 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

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One-Bedroom Suite Kitchen

4 persons

61 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Vancouver 2.0 km

Airports

Vancouver (YVR) 14.6 km

Boundary Bay (YDT) 30.4 km

Train

Granville Skytrain Station 2.1 km

Waterfront Skytrain Station 2.2 km

Underground

Burrard 1.7 km

Vancouver City Centre 1.9 km

Bus

Bus stop600 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Delicious Dining Experience

“The hotel restaurant offers a good dining experience. I especially enjoyed their Sunday night live jazz while savoring a fantastic meal. The food was worth every penny, providing an elegant atmosphere paired with great views. I highly recommend the prime rib dinner!” view full review

Spacious and Comfortable Rooms

“I was actually surprised by how spacious and clean our room was. With a large comfortable bed, a fridge, and coffee/tea making facilities, it was like a home away from home. It was a peaceful retreat after busy days of exploring.” view full review

Well-Appointed Bathrooms

“The bathroom in my room was neat and functional, providing all the necessary toiletries. I appreciated the cleanliness and attention to detail, making my stay more fun.” view full review

Vibrant Entertainment Options

“The Sylvia Hotel has an inviting vibe with its live jazz nights. It made our evenings special, providing a blend of great music and a fantastic atmosphere, contributing to an lovely stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Skiing
Hiking
Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Beach access

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1154 Gilford Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6G 2P6

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1154 Gilford Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6G 2P6

City landmarks

Park

Stanley Park

2.7 km

Theatre

Granville Island

2.3 km

Aquarium

Vancouver Aquarium

2.8 km

Landmark

Island trip

2.0 km

Harbour

Canada Place

2.2 km

Landmark

Robson Street

1.7 km

Gallery

Vancouver Art Gallery Offsite

2.2 km

Museum

Roedde House Museum

1.1 km

Landmark

Vancouver Maritime Museum

2.6 km

Museum

Museum of Vancouver

2.9 km

Landmark

Stanley Park Nature House on Lost Lagoon

740 m

Park

Barclay Heritage Square

1.1 km

Beach

Sunset Beach

1.0 km

Landmark

Lost Lagoon

800 m

Park

Coal Harbour

1.7 km

Landmark

Steam Clock

2.5 km

Landmark

Vancouver Downtown

2.3 km

Landmark

Vancouver Lookout

2.2 km

Market

Granville Island Public Market

2.0 km

Planetarium

HR MacMillan Space Centre

2.9 km

Landmark

Yaletown

2.1 km

Harbour

False Creek

2.5 km

Landmark

SS Empress of Japan Figurehead

970 m

Landmark

Olympic Cauldron

2.5 km

Convention Centre

Vancouver Convention Centre

2.6 km

Nearby

Beach

English Bay

230 m

1800 Morton Ave Morton Park

A-maze-ing Laughter

120 m

1700 Beach Ave

Inukshuk

570 m

Beach

English Bay Beach Park

320 m

1700 Beach Ave

English Bay Inukshuk

520 m

Restaurants

Delany's Coffee House

230 m

1105 Denman St

Marble Slab Creamery

160 m

103-1184 Denman St

Legendary Noodle House

290 m

1074 Denman St

Babylon Cafe

160 m

1610 Robson St Suite 105

Shamrock Alley

160 m

102-1184 Denman St

Fatburger

330 m

1101 Denman Street

Falafel King

280 m

1110 Denman St

Falafel King Restaurant

280 m

1110 Denman St

Ofra's Kitchen

280 m

1088 Denman St

Tim Hortons

250 m

1001 Denman St

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The Sylvia Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Vancouver

About the Hotel

Historic Beachfront Accommodations

Waterfront Dining Experience

Beachside Activities Access

West End Location Advantages

Event and Guest Services

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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