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Granville Island Hotel Frommer's Highly Recommended

1253 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
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$167.00+
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Location The West Side
Phone 800/663-1840, 604/683-7373
Fax 604/683-3061
Web site www.granvilleislandhotel.com
Room Information 85 units
Prices Oct-Apr C$160 (£80) double, C$350 (£175) penthouse; May-Sept C$240 (£120) double, C$450 (£225) penthouse
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV w/pay movies, high-speed Internet, minibar, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board
Parking Parking C$10 (£5)

Granville Island Hotel Review

One of Vancouver's best-kept secrets, this hotel is tucked away on the edge of Granville Island in a unique waterfront setting, a short stroll from theaters, galleries, and the fabulous Granville Island public market. Rooms in the original wing are definitely fancier, so book these if you can, but the new wing is fine, too. Rooms are fairly spacious with traditional, unsurprising decor and large bathrooms with soaker tubs; some units have balconies and great views over False Creek. If you don't have a car, the only potential drawback to a stay here is the location. During the daytime when the False Creek ferries are running, it's a quick ferry ride to Yaletown or the West End. After 10pm, however, you're looking at a C$15 to C$20 (£7.50-£10) cab ride or an hour walk. The Island after dark is reasonably happening, and the hotel's waterside restaurant and brewpub are good-weather hangout spots with outdoor seating.

Facilities: Restaurant; brewpub; access to nearby tennis courts; small fitness room w/Jacuzzi and sauna; concierge; tour desk; car-rental desk; business center; limited room service; massage; babysitting; laundry service; same-day dry cleaning; nonsmoking rooms

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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