Built for the 2010 Olympics, rooms are fresh and contemporary.

On Granville Island (what gave it away?), near galleries, restaurants and the popular Public Market.

In the happenin' Coal Harbour neighborhood, 5 min from Robson Street.

An old-school motor inn turned renovated hip haven, it’s retro meets modern, Mad Men meets Melrose Place.

This is where they really made it rain: takes over the former home of the Vancouver Stock Exchange.

Heated saltwater lap pool with city views makes you feel on top of the world.

Iconic architecture reminiscent of a castle – without any pesky moats.

1 block from the Whistler shuttle, 4 from Canada Rail and a quick SkyTrain ride from the waterfront. Need to go farther? Hop the Seattle shuttle down the block.

In the mood for a leisurely lunch? Look no further than the hotel’s own eatery.

Floor-to-ceiling windows maximize the harbour or city views from every elegant, spacious guestroom.

Bring your furry friends along for the ride. This place is pet friendly.

Spacious rooms with oodles of mod cons ideally situated in the heart of the city, steps from Rogers Arena.

Spacious rooms are both elegant and tech-savvy: control everything from the curtains to the temp to valet service from the in-room iPad.

Arenas, stadiums, even the aquarium and Canada’s largest Chinatown are all nearby. Check in and get going.

Onsite dining means a stellar meal is always at your doorstep. The perks of being a homebody.

Hop-on-hop-off bus tour get the best of you? Onsite room service available 24/7.

Modern urban design. The richly appointed rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows looking out onto downtown Vancouver.

Super-handy location two blocks from the waterfront, public transit and the convention centre.