The Sylvia Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (1786 reviews)
1154 Gilford Street , Vancouver , CA
+1 877-681-9321

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cleanliness
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Minor cleanliness issues
Dated amenities
Limited gluten-free food options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.26
Specific sentiment from text, cleanliness was mentioned positively in most reviews, but some noted minor issues like stains.
Service
9.23
Guests frequently praised the friendly and helpful staff, indicating a strong positive sentiment in service.
Location
9.27
The hotel’s location received numerous compliments for being convenient and offering great views.
Room Quality
8.72
Room quality was generally good, though some reviews indicated dated details; overall, rooms were described as comfortable.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities were not specifically mentioned in detail, so standard expectations for this hotel tier apply.
Value for Money
8.71
Value for money was perceived as good based on positive comments about prices and overall experience.
Food and Beverage
8.26
Food quality received some positive mentions, but there were concerns regarding gluten-free options.
Overall Experience
9.23
Overall experience was described positively, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 07:04

Property Description

Stunning Ocean Views and Convenient Location

Oceanfront Dining and Comfortable Accommodations

The Sylvia Hotel offers a unique blend of comfort and convenience with its on-site restaurant and lounge overlooking Vancouver's English Bay. Guests can enjoy delicious meals while taking in the stunning ocean views. The bright and cozy guestrooms, some with full kitchens and sofa beds, provide a comfortable stay for visitors.

Meeting Facilities and Outdoor Activities

For business travelers, the hotel offers a meeting room with hosting facilities. Additionally, guests can take advantage of the hotel's prime location by engaging in outdoor activities like cycling, walking, or rollerblading along the nearby seawall. With Stanley Park just a short walk away, guests have easy access to nature and recreation.

Book your stay at The Sylvia Hotel now to experience the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure by the ocean.

Important information:

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

Please note, the guest's credit card will be preauthorised on the day of arrival for total room rate and tax.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1786 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.26
Service: 9.23
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.71
Food and Beverage: 8.26
Overall Experience: 9.23
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Adrian • couple • gb
7
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Darwin • solo_traveller • ca
8
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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LISA • couple • us
9
Pros:

We loved the space of the room and the sitting room. We had a great restaurant experience. Loved that we were so close to the beach and the park. So many nearby restaurants that it was hard to choose. Loved the history of the hotel.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Raphael • couple • fr
10
charming , comfy and great location
Pros:

perfect location , perfect vibe.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Barb • couple • ca
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Hans • couple • ca
8
Pros:

The charm of times gone by.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Francine • couple • au
10
Pros:

Location and old world charm

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • au
7
A pleasant surprise in a peaceful and very pretty part of Vancouver
Pros:

The Sylvia Hotel is an establishment in English Bay and a well known Hotel. It has its own charm and while quite old, it has been well maintained. It is located close to public transport and very close to Stanley Park and the beach- the surrounding area was peaceful and relaxing. The room itself was more of a small apartment which provided a lot of space.

Cons:

It would benefit from some modernising and refreshing, without losing its old world charm.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Location is fantastic, beautiful heritage building, excellent restaurant, big rooms, very clean

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • nz
8
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • ca
8
Great overall experience
Pros:

Loved the ambiance and location. Will definitely stay again

Cons:

Bathroom was too small and shower was difficult to maneuver

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • family_with_children • ca
6
Beautiful old hotel in lovely spot. No water pressure at all for shower made for uncomfortable stay.
Cons:

No water pressure. Unable to have a proper shower etc.
No bathroom fan.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Köhler • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Boris Belov • couple • ca
10
Pros:

A wonderful hotel—this is our second time staying here, and we always love everything about it: the staff, the rooms, and the location. Waking up every morning and heading to breakfast at the restaurant with a view of the water and the beach is priceless.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Gaby • couple • de
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Heike • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Ich komme hier gerne für 1-2 Nächte zum Ende meiner Kanadareisen/ Vancouver-Aufenthalte her. Herrliche Lage am Strand, Stanleypark und vieles mehr. Ein historisches Gebäude mit allem was fein ist.
Sehr nettes Personal und gutes Ambiente im Restaurant

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Sherry • couple • ca
10
Pros:

Great location. Best breakfast in vancouver for the food and the view.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Bonnie • solo_traveller • us
5
Disappointing for a single traveler
Pros:

As a woman traveling alone, I had looked forward to having breakfast where I could see the ocean. When I went to have breakfast, the server said I could not sit in that area because the table were for three and she could not sit a single person there.. This was very disappointing to me. frequent. I very much like the location so near to the ocean.

Cons:

Not being able to be seated for breakfast

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Franck • extended_group • fr
9
Hôtel chic chargé d’Histoire.
Pros:

L’emplacement est idéal avec une proximité de la plage et du parc Stanley.
L’hôtel historique de Vancouver vous fait voyager dans le temps. Le personnel est aux petits soins

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Jana • extended_group • ca
10
Großartig
Pros:

Und hat hier einfach alles gefallen. Das Personal war großartig, immer sehr freundlich und professionell, sowohl im Hotel als auch im Restaurant.
Das Hotel, die Zimmer sowie Restaurant/Bar hatten viel Charme und man hat sich direkt wohlgefühlt. Die Zimmer waren sauber und die Betten sehr bequem.
Wir haben dreimal im Restaurant gegessen und waren jedes Mal mehr als begeistert.
Wenn wir wieder nach Vancouver reisen, werden wir definitiv noch einmal kommen.
Parkplätze waren ausreichend vorhanden und groß.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee