Central Vancouver Travel Guide

Vancouver

A waterfront cityscape with modern skyscrapers and a distinctive curved building with a wooden facade.
A waterfront cityscape with high-rise buildings, a marina with boats, and autumn-colored trees.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a roundabout.
A waterfront cityscape with a large Ferris wheel and a stadium.
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Stay near popular Central Vancouver attractions

A waterfront promenade with modern buildings, a glass structure, and a sign indicating Canada Place.

Canada Place

9.0/10 (15,197 reviews)
Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.
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Things to do

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Tickets

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

฿1,983
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

฿392
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets

Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets

฿236
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
FlyOver Canada - Vancouver

Flyover in Vancouver

฿818
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Flyover in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport YVR VIP Lounge Access

Vancouver International Airport YVR VIP Lounge Access

฿1,482
per adult
Vancouver International Airport YVR VIP Lounge Access
Vancouver: Virtual Reality by Zero Latency - Outbreak

Vancouver: Virtual Reality by Zero Latency - Outbreak

฿1,299
per adult
Vancouver: Virtual Reality by Zero Latency - Outbreak
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Top hotels in Central Vancouver

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

4 out of 5
1133 Hastings St W Vancouver BC
The price is ฿7,686 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿7,686
฿9,276 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,059 reviews)
"Our only issue was the confusion of parking We were a bit lost in garage & did not see clear directions how to access hotel. We ended up in apartment building next to hotel. Not the end of life & not a big issue. Just keep driving in garage until see signs for hotel."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
The Parker Hotel and Rooftop

The Parker Hotel and Rooftop

4 out of 5
1379 Howe St Vancouver BC
The price is ฿6,399 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿6,399
฿7,894 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,428 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

The Parker Hotel and Rooftop
Pan Pacific Vancouver

Pan Pacific Vancouver

4.5 out of 5
999 Canada Pl Vancouver BC
The price is ฿8,543 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿8,543
฿10,310 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,231 reviews)
"As a VIP access gold perk, we got a free room upgrade to a larger corner Harbor view room. This hotel is luxury at its finest. Good buffet breakfast as well."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Pan Pacific Vancouver
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

4.5 out of 5
900 West Georgia St Vancouver BC
The price is ฿8,926 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿8,926
฿10,772 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
The Burrard

The Burrard

3 out of 5
1100 Burrard Street Vancouver BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,000 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿8,000
฿9,655 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,224 reviews)
"Good location central to most sightseeing areas."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

The Burrard
Sandman Signature Vancouver Downtown Hotel

Sandman Signature Vancouver Downtown Hotel

4 out of 5
180 W Georgia St Vancouver BC
The price is ฿6,447 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿6,447
฿7,780 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (4,654 reviews)
"The Sandman Hotel is an an excellent position for exploring Vancouver-close to the metro lines and the harbour and shopping areas easily walkable. The reception staff were friendly and helpful, rooms were a decent size, good WiFi and well maintained. Plenty of good restaurants close by or within ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Sandman Signature Vancouver Downtown Hotel
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Where to stay in Central Vancouver

Find the best Central Vancouver areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Vancouver

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Robson Street are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

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Lower Lonsdale

While visiting Lower Lonsdale, you might make a stop by sights like The Shipyards and Lonsdale Quay Market.

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West End

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of West End. Make a stop by Robson Street or Sunset Beach while you're exploring the area.

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West Side

While you're in West Side, take in top sights like VanDusen Botanical Garden or Kitsilano Beach, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at King Edward Station or Oakridge-41st Avenue Station.

A blue and white Canada Line train at a station with a covered platform and modern buildings in the background.
Photo by Shona Guthrie
Open Photo by Shona Guthrie

Richmond City Centre

Known for its first-class casinos and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Richmond City Centre. Check out top attractions like Lansdowne Centre and CF Richmond Centre Mall, and jump on the metro at Lansdowne Station or Richmond-Brighouse Station to see more of the city.

Central Vancouver Travel Guide