Granville Island Hotel

Hotels
9 (1201 reviews)
1253 Johnston Street , Vancouver , ca

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Slow restaurant service
Parking challenges

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
The room was clean, but could have been more spacious.
Service
9.43
Service was generally friendly, although restaurant service was noted as slow during busy times.
Location
9.47
The hotel is ideally located on Granville Island, a key tourist attraction.
Room Quality
8.42
Rooms were comfortable, but some mentioned they could be more spacious.
Amenities
9.45
Amenities were satisfactory with a quick elevator and good kitchen supplies.
Value for Money
8.91
Overall value is good, but some guests expressed concerns about price standards.
Food and Beverage
8.46
Food quality is good, but there were notes of disappointment regarding overcooked items.
Overall Experience
9.43
Guests expressed joy about their stays and experiences at the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 15:13

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in a stay at the Granville Island Hotel, where each individually decorated room offers a 42" flat-screen TV and a stocked minibar. Enjoy the comfort of a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hair dryer.

Convenient Amenities
Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the property and take advantage of the fitness centre for a rejuvenating workout. Need to catch up on work? Head to the 24-hour business center or treat yourself to a delicious meal at the Dockside Restaurant and Bar.

Prime Location
Located just 3 km from Vancouver city centre and near Sutcliffe Park, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring the city. Plus, with Granville Island Public Market and other attractions within walking distance, your stay promises to be unforgettable.

Book your stay at the Granville Island Hotel now and experience luxury and convenience in the heart of Vancouver!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: YVR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs CAD 20 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1201 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 8.91
Food and Beverage: 8.46
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Hourigan • couple • ca
10
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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kevin • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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leslie • extended_group • ca
9
What we we needed
Pros:

The rooms were cozy .. the view was not that great over the parking lot

Cons:

Knowing what the view was going to be ahead of time

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Carmencita • couple • ca
8
Stay cation.
Pros:

Breakfast was good. Walking distance to the public market.

Cons:

The restaurant in the hotel is a bit pricey.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • ca
8
Had a great stay and overall hotel was lovely just a few things mentioned that were disappointing
Pros:

Great location, very nice restaurant and staff

Cons:

Our room looked right at a wall that we could practically touch. Wished they might have given us a nicer view but the room itself was fine also restaurant bar closed at 9:30 on a Saturday night

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • ca
5
We enjoyed being on Granville Island, but I don't think we would stay there again.
Pros:

The location is great.

Cons:

They need new furniture. The beds were quite uncomfortable. The pillows were terrible.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Shari • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

On the water in a cool area

Cons:

No place to stay in the winter!
Only in summer!!

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Martha • couple • ca
8
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • se
9
Pros:

The location is great

Cons:

Despite stating a more sustainable approach to cleaning towels were replaced daily, despite a written sign by me to not change towels.
Seems strange to complain about being too clean, but really there was no need to change towels daily - an unnecessary waste of energy for people and planet.

I didn't like that the stairs were so tucked away, as I prefer stairs than lifts/elevators. But this is not a problem just a preference

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Lori • solo_traveller • us
10
Very comfortable and friendly ' alway something around Granville Island to see, and eat.
Pros:

Breakfast very good and accommodating for gluten free options
Room service is prompt and professional

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • couple • ca
9
Pros:

Great location. Easy to take the sea bus to the end of the creek for access to sky train or buses.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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jennifer • family_with_children • us
8
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Rupert • family_with_children • ca
10
Pros:

Everything was central to the hotel.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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123Phil • NONE • Mill Bay, Cowichan Valley Regional District, Vancouver Island, British Columbia
10
A comfortable and refreshing overnight's stay.
Pros:

Location is quiet and very convenient, an excellent choice for transiting Vancouver. In house restaurant is reasonably priced and excellent quality.

2026-02-10 • via Tripadvisor
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tandjgibbon • NONE • Kelowna, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia
10
Best Island Vacation Ever!
Pros:

We've spent time at various hotels and locations throughout Vancouver over the years and quite enjoyed many of them, but none as much as we enjoyed Granville Island Hotel. Staying in a nice hotel on an Island with the Market, restaurants and food courts, artisans shops, buskers, parks and docks kept us happy and occupied for the full three days of our stay. All within an easy walk from the hotel. We highly recommend both the island and the hotel.

2026-02-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Michael • couple • ca
7
Ok.
Pros:

Great location!

Cons:

Does anybody in the hotel industry travel with another person. One little soap dish in shower for two people. My wife had her stuff on the floor. And the products that were stuck to the wall had a vile stench. Why scented products.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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travishL3988CQ • Family
10
magnificent place to visit or vacation.
Pros:

location is very beautiful a view with a room is great the room was very well equipped and the beds are super comfy. room was very clean and no noise except for fog horns and planes. the services were very helpful and friendly.price the room was reasonable but the parking at the hotel is quite pricey I recommend parking just in granville island parking lots.And it was pet friendly at reasonable rates.And having granville market very close makes my experience more memorable.

2026-02-06 • via Tripadvisor
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vancouverite66 • Couples • Burnaby, British Columbia
10
Excellent visit
Pros:

From the excellent staff at front desk ,AJ and Liz, we were so welcomed and looked after. Clean, well equipped rooms. Convenient location for getting around. Very nicely situated restaurant on site.

2026-02-05 • via Tripadvisor
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Alicia • couple • ca
9
Really good maybe just ask for help with the heat and ac :)
Pros:

I liked the king bed and hot tub and sauna and the shower the only thing we struggled was with the heat and ac

Cons:

Just the heat and ac very hot and humid tried to cool it down kind of struggle but eventually it cooled down

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Janice • couple • ca
8
Cons:

Surprised at the 29% car parking tax.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee