Delta Vancouver Airport, Richmond

Our company has been coming here for many years. Hotel has been slowly going downhill. Hotel staff has changed and not very nice, at least towards our company, which obtains room rate discounts. So, service = price you pay (or don't pay). Rooms are in very desperate need of complete gutting. A couple of years ago they did something to "upgrade" the heating system and I've yet to see what has improved. Hard to heat the rooms which is mandatory in chilly Vancouver. End up supplementing the heat by cranking up the blow dryer and hanging if from a mirror aimed towards the room (a new entry for a survialist handbook?). Bedding is the only redeeming quality; sheets are starched & pressed. Mattresses are another story; firm with a semi thick mattress pad making the bed a fluffy pillow top wannabe. Furniture is straight out of a Levitz Furniture bankruptcy liquidation outlet. Television is a throwback to the early 80's. Get with it folks! 24hr fitness center is on 11th floor. Pretty damn good actually. Aside from cardio equipment, free weights and weight machine, gym has a nice view and is accessorized with towels (some chilled!); apples and water to quench your thirst. High speed internet for the low rent district rooms is over $12 USD. To numb yourself from doing time at this place, have a pint (or three) at the enjoyable Elephant & Castle next door! Super nice staff and cool bar area. Try the awesome Fish 'n Chips. Food is good and many beers to choose from. Great view too from most tables. Bus stop is right out front of the hotel, making it easy for a fast getaway. 25-30min ride to downtown area. Coins only so be prepared.