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Sylvia Hotel

1154 Gilford St, Vancouver, BC, CA
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking
Pet Friendly

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About this property

Sylvia Hotel is a 3-star independent property located in Vancouver, BC, steps from English Bay Beach and within a 5-minute walk of Stanley Park. The hotel sits centrally in the city, 0.5 miles from Robson Street and less than a mile from Vancouver Waterfront, making it an ideal base for exploring Vancouver's beaches and downtown attractions.

The hotel offers 120 guestrooms equipped with complimentary wireless internet, cable television, and work desks. Each room includes a shower/tub combination bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer, plus a coffee/tea maker and phone with free local calls. Guests rate room comfort highly at 4.5 out of 5.

Sylvia's Cocktail Lounge serves as the property's beachfront bar and lounge, featuring ocean views and a full menu of drinks. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11:30 AM for an additional fee, and limited room service is available throughout the day. Beyond dining, the hotel provides concierge services, a business center, ski storage, wedding services, and a banquet hall with 400 square feet of conference space. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and guests have access to a safe-deposit box, luggage storage, and on-site coin laundry. The property is smoke-free and offers paid parking options.

Check-in runs from 3:00 PM to midnight, with standard check-out at 12:00 PM. Pets up to 220 pounds are welcome with a maximum of two animals per room at no additional fee; service animals are also accommodated. The hotel has earned a 4.6 out of 5 rating across nearly 1,500 guest reviews. Vancouver International Airport is 15 kilometers away.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Sylvia Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Vancouver, steps from English Bay Beach and within a 5-minute walk of Stanley Park. This beach hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Robson Street and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Vancouver Waterfront.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Vancouver False Creek Seawall - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
English Bay Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
English Bay - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Stanley Park - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Sunset Beach - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Robson Street - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
False Creek - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Vancouver Waterfront - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
St. Paul's Hospital - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Granville Street - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Robson Square - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Vancouver Art Gallery - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
United States Consulate - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Orpheum Theater - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Commodore Ballroom - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi

The nearest airports are:
Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) - 2.3 km / 1.5 mi
Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 15.1 km / 9.4 mi
Pitt Meadows, BC (YPK) - 51.1 km / 31.7 mi
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 62.1 km / 38.6 mi
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 120.7 km / 75 mi

The preferred airport for Sylvia Hotel is Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 120 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Grab a bite to eat at Sylvia's Cocktail Lounge, a beachfront bar/lounge which features an ocean view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage. This hotel also features wedding services, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Vancouver? This hotel has 400 square feet (37 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

Vancouver International Airport (15 kilometers)
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Check-in hours begin at 3 PM Monday - Friday and 4 PM Saturday - Sunday.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 100
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 220
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Pets are welcome. Guests are responsible for any damage incurred by their pets behaviour.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 32.25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CAD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 per night

Know before you go

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.