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The Sylvia Hotel, Vancouver

1154 Gilford St, Vancouver, BC V6G
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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The Sylvia Hotel, Vancouver's only beachside property, is ideally located on English Bay, beside Stanley Park and just five minutes from downtown. This location offers unlimited recreational possibilities, from rollerblading and cycling on the seawall to swimming and kayaking in the bay or exploring the ... More
The Sylvia Hotel
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The Sylvia Hotel, Vancouver's only beachside property, is ideally located on English Bay, beside Stanley Park and just five minutes from downtown. This location offers unlimited recreational possibilities, from rollerblading and cycling on the seawall to swimming and kayaking in the bay or exploring the trails of Stanley Park. Take the small ferry to Granville Island the Maritime Museum or the Planetarium. The Vancouver Aquarium is close by and the trendy international shops of Robson Street are only minutes away.Designated a Heritage Building, the Sylvia Hotel is a landmark and one of Vancouver's greatest treasures. It is a favorite for business travelers wanting to be out of the bustle of downtown, for families vacationing on the beach, and for couples seeking romantic getaways. The Sylvia is definitely one Vancouver's best-kept secrets. Marvel at the spectacular sunsets from the comfort of Vancouver's very first cocktail lounge or enjoy a great meal overlooking English Bay from Sylvia's Beachside Restaurant and Bistro.There are 120 rooms and suites from which to choose. All are distinctive in their view and layout, providing a unique lodging experience. The old-fashioned character, great value, and friendly service gives travelers a home away from home, which is why people continue to return year after year. The Sylvia Hotel offers a fantastic beachside location, superb quality, and a long tradition of great value and outstanding service.

Amenities

RefrigeratorIronTelephone
Television (Cable/Satellite)Microwave OvenNon-Smoking Rooms
TelevisionDaily Maid ServiceIn Room Broadband Internet Access
Coffee MakerKitchen/Kitchenette

Hotel Details

119 Rooms / 8 FloorsBuilt in 1912Babysitting or Child Care
Laundry/ Dry Cleaning ServiceMulti-lingual StaffSprinkler in Rooms
Pets AllowedCommon Area High speed AccessSmoke Alarm in Rooms
Photocopy ServiceMeeting FacilitiesAdministrative Services
Concierge ServicesUniformed Security on SiteCommon/Public Areas Accessible to Wheelchairs
Business CenterCurrency ExchangeA-V Equipment Rental
Parking Area Well LitCrib/Rollaway BedFax (For Guests)
Common Area Wireless AccessRoom ServiceRestaurant in Hotel
Beach
 
 
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great location less than great service
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the waiters act like they are doing you a special favor. its location makes it a worthwhile stop in vancouver. wonderful beach views and nice looking place on the outside.
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Such a waste of a great location!
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As a Vancouver resident I've been going to the Sylvia lounge for decades because of its outstanding bay side location and charming facade. Unfortunately that's all it has to offer and now after staying there I give up. What a pathetic operation. A few of the staff - Bruce in the bar - a young French waiter in the restaurant – are great – but most are slow, sullen and unprofessional. And to call the menu and presentation mediocre would be a wild overstatement. I assumed that perhaps the rooms were charming... but no they’re horrible too. Layers of cheap band aid attempts at renovations in the tacky hallways and depressing rooms were reminiscent of a slum lord flophouse and in shocking contrast to the hotel’s charming ivy covered exterior. Wow… whoever is in charge… give up – sell the property to someone who knows what they’re doing. In the right hands it could and should be jewel – unfortunately it’s a joke.
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Quaint hotel lived up to its reputation.
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The Sylvia Hotel is a gem. The staff was warm and efficient, yet not overly effusive (which I liked). Although I was situated in the smallest room that the hotel had to offer, it was bigger than many European hotel rooms that I've stayed in. Further, although I didn't have a view of the ocean, my street view was lovely, especially in Autumn. The large bed was extremely comfortable and the room was very clean. In fact, I would say that there was very little difference between some of the Fairmount hotels I've stayed at, and, given a choice I would opt for the Sylvia. The only drawback was that the rooms were not as quiet as I would have liked. However, as my corner of the hotel was occupied with quiet people, the noise was hardly an issue. Moreover The Sylvia's location is excellent. No wonder the hotel has so many repeat visitors.
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My Husband and I always come back
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Great room service and front Conter service, Quaint room, Great location, We would have starved if we stayed for breakfast. Hopfully there is new staff. We haven't had time or finances to come in the last few years, I'M making our little trip happen we're arriving Tuesday February 21/06 and leaving Friday February 24/06 ......SO LOOKING FORWARD TO BEING THERE
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Unfortunately bed bugs
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I have stayed at the Sylvia many times. The last three or four times I have returned home with bed bug bites. I looked the bites up on the Internet, and they are definitely bed bugs. I actually love the Sylvia, but the bed bug thing is very discouraging.
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dissapointed, budget style hotel
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Positives: Good location for shopping and dining out, good veiw from SOME rooms, Staff were very polite and helpful. Bar and restaurant looked nice Negatives:A backpacker size,old TV!! No hot water/coffee (1 star have this) no fridge. Very Noisy room over a garage -garbage area,with no view. food was ordinary with very watered down fruit juice!! Poached egg came without toast!(a first for us) Entrance looked dirty carpet badly stained/worn, had to handle our heavy long distance luggage up awkward stairs.(Seniors), Room carpet was stained, limited pillows(3) intermittent internet. Shower was bordering on dangerous due to the faulty heat/cool control. 5 out of 10.
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Boy what a surprise
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I wanted a two room suite and ended up with two separate rooms (one room far below average) attached to a hallway to a slightly better room. This is not what I ordered when I booked my reservation. When I mentioned my dissatisfaction to the staff their response was "fine" do you want to go someplace else. I was extremely disappointed with my stay, in the room and the staff at this hotel.
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Awesome Hotel
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It was a great place to stay! I think this is a very under rated place. It is not moderen in it's decore but that is what makes it so special. Walk right on to the beach, and starbucks is just up the street.I will be going back for sure!
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I recommend it to almost everyone
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I've stayed at the Sylvia many times over the past 15 years, and will go back. The location is perfect, they accept pets, and the suites are wonderful for entertaining. (I usually have a dinner party or three while I'm in town.) The bar has a great view! I don't like staying in the new wing, though.. no character.
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terrible service
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At first we liked the value and location. Then a storm had come in and we wanted to head back home so we would not get caught in the storm. The manager would not let us out of the cost for the second night. Never in all me travels have I had this kind of service. The manager assured us the storm was no big deal. So we stayed another night. Unfortunatly he was very wrong and we were forced to drive home in a blizzard. A drive that would have taken us 3 hours took us 7 hours. We will never go back. Very bad business on their part.
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