Location
This hotel is located right in the heart of downtown Vancouver on West Georgia Street, and is just a short stroll away from shops, bars and restaurants. The nearest links to the public transport network are 800 m away (Skytrain) and the hotel is just 1.6 km from the Pacific Ocean, Stanley Park and Vancouver Aquarium and 4.8 km from English Bay. Grouse Mountain ski region is 30 km from the hotel and it is 179 km to Whistler.
Facilities
The hotel welcomes guests in a 15-storey building with a lift and 119 non-smoking rooms. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the 24-hour reception desk. Services such as a baggage storage service, a safe and a cash machine ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Additional facilities include a library. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a babysitting service (for a fee), a transfer service, translation services, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. A conference room is available for conferences, lectures and meetings.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. An extra bed is available for a fee. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a CD player, a DVD player and WiFi are provided as well. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. A selection of pillows ensures a comfortable stay. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
Guests can go for an energising swim at the freshwater pool complex (in part heated). A hot tub invites guests to soothe their muscles, and a poolside snack bar will take care of any hungry bellies. Comfortable sun loungers are available on the terrace. For guests who wish to keep active, cycling/mountain biking, tennis and golf are available. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy jet skiing and diving. The hotel's location is particularly ideal for skiers. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, billiards and squash. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a beauty salon, hydrotherapy treatments and a solarium. Subject to charge: massage treatments. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a café and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. A delicious breakfast is an excellent reason to rise and shine. At lunch and dinner, guests can order dishes à la carte or choose a set menu. Special meals, including vegetarian dishes, are also available.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.