West Side Travel Guide

Vancouver

A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a marina, and mountains in the background.
A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a marina with boats, and mountains in the background.
A city skyline with a prominent bridge and waterfront.
A marina with boats, a city skyline with high-rise buildings, and autumn-colored trees.
A city skyline with high-rise buildings, a body of water with boats, and autumn-colored trees.

Stay near popular West Side attractions

A beach with hay bales, a lake, mountains, and a city skyline in the background.

Kitsilano Beach

9.2/10 (89 reviews)
Swim in the longest pool in the country at this sandy beach with an elegant boulevard, restaurants and a watersports center.
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Things to do

Hop-On Hop-Off Vancouver: 24 or 48 hour Sightseeing Options

Hop-On Hop-Off Vancouver: 24 or 48 hour Sightseeing Options

฿1,551
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hop-On Hop-Off Vancouver: 24 or 48 hour Sightseeing Options
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Tickets

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket

฿1,982
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Half-Day Whale Watching From Vancouver

Vancouver Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

฿6,073
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets

฿392
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets

Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets

฿236
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Capilano Suspension Bridge

Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge

฿4,228
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver City Tour: Stanley Park, Granville Island & Capilano Bridge
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Top hotels in West Side

Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1041 SW Marine Dr Vancouver BC
The price is ฿2,924 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿2,924
฿3,485 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,003 reviews)
"Liked it all. All the basics, at a reasonable price."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel
Granville Island Hotel

Granville Island Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1253 Johnston St Vancouver BC
The price is ฿5,988 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿5,988
฿7,226 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,358 reviews)
"Appreciate the bathroom upgrade since our last stay."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Granville Island Hotel
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG

3 out of 5
711 Broadway W Vancouver BC
The price is ฿4,208 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,208
฿5,015 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 helpful staff and the ...
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG
Windsor Guest House

Windsor Guest House

2.5 out of 5
325 West 11th Avenue Vancouver BC
The price is ฿2,814 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,814
฿3,353 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions BC Place ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (375 reviews)
"Great wee bed and breakfast. Super convenient to transport and city. Delicious breakfast and great communication from the manager."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Windsor Guest House
Cozy Bedrooms Guest House

Cozy Bedrooms Guest House

3 out of 5
56 W 41st Ave Vancouver BC
The price is ฿4,850 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,850
฿6,127 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions BC Place Stadium and Rogers Arena are located ...
8.2/10 Very good! (106 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Cozy Bedrooms Guest House
Vancouver Lucy House

Vancouver Lucy House

2 out of 5
2123 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC
The price is ฿1,710 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿1,710
฿3,127 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Vancouver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions BC Place Stadium and Rogers Arena are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Lucy made us feel extremely welcome in her home! The room was clean, bright, and cheerful and we made use of a well equipped kitchen for our breakfasts. Bubble the puppy was very friendly and also a pleasure to meet!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Vancouver Lucy House
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Where to stay in West Side

Find the best West Side areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a bridge, buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
Photo by Tourism BC/Albert Normandin
Open Photo by Tourism BC/Albert Normandin

Downtown Vancouver

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and BC Place Stadium 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.

A waterfront promenade at dusk with city lights in the background.

Lower Lonsdale

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

A city skyline at dusk with reflections on a calm body of water, surrounded by mountains.

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.

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.

A waterfront cityscape with a large Ferris wheel and a stadium.
Photo by naveen
Open Photo by naveen

East Vancouver

While you're in East Vancouver, take in top sights like Port of Vancouver or Commercial Drive, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nanaimo Station or 29th Avenue Station.

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