With the beauty of the coast and sophistication of an urban city, Vancouver opens its arms to tourists from around the world.
Carmana Hotel & Suites/Photo Courtesy of Booking.comVancouver offers an array of suite and apartment-style hotels that welcome travelers planning to make an extended stay. Whether guests are vacationing, relocating for work or undergoing medical treatments, these accommodations offer the comforts of home coupled with the convenience of hotel services. Common amenties include fully equipped kitchens, spacious living areas and such amentities as complimentary breakfast and Wi-fi. Below are some of the extended-stay properties that guests rate the most highly.
Carmana Hotel & Suites
A 96-suite boutique hotel designed for extended-stay travelers, the Carmana Hotel & Suites is a high-rise residence in Vancouver’s financial district. The hotel offers one- and two-bedroom suites, each equipped with a full kitchen, living and dining spaces, a connected workspace and complimentary wifi. Some suites come with sofa beds and multiple bathrooms. The property offers daily housekeeping services, 24-hour concierge, a fitness center and a self-serve laundry. Parking is gated and guest floors are protected by keys. From $148 per night.
Sonder at Revival
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Sonder is a new concept that brings apartment-style living in urban neighborhoods to transient guests. Designed for stays of anywhere from several days to several months, it provides long-term comfort and an affordable price without the hassle of leases. Praised by guests for its modern furnishings and amenities and how well it is set up for an extended stay, Sonder at Revival is close to Prospect Point Lighthouse, the Vancouver Art Gallery, Stanley Park and the Olympic Cauldron. A condo hotel, the rooms are equipped with a kitchen, wardrobe, a large bed and a dining room area. Some rooms feature a terrace. The property is part of the Sonder family, where a mobile app can help find Sonder properties and manage all aspects of the stay, including such things as providing neighborhood guides for each property. From $146 a night.
Sonder The Sunset
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Another Sonder property with all the amenities of The Revival above, The Sunset is close to Sunset Beach, English Bay Beach and the Aquatic Centre Ferry. As part of the Sonder group, it offers short-term rentals in apartment-style hotels that have the independence of an Airbnb and the amenities of a hotel. Guests rave about how comfortable the beds are in these spacious rooms with a kitchenette, balcony and Roku streaming on the television. Several guests mention in reviews that the place feels more like an apartment than a hotel, making it ideal for longer stays. The property has laundry facilities on site. Pets are not allowed. From $146 a night.
Times Square Suite Hotel
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A favorite among traveling families, Times Square Suite Hotel is praised for all the thoughtful amenities they provide to make the room feel more like a home. The suites are equipped with kitchens, an in-room washer and dryer, a gas fireplace, high chairs, toasters, kettles, fans and a fold-up bed. The property includes BBQ facilities, a picnic area, a sun deck and terrace. There are eight different languages spoken by hotel staff members. Pets are not allowed and quiet hours are enforced from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. From $142 per night.
Rosellen Suites at Stanley Park
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A pet-friendly property, Rosellen Suites goes the extra mile to make their guests feel welcome. It starts with a complimentary welcome basket containing water, coffee, tea and popcorn and continues with such perks as free movie channels on the cable station. Rooms are equiped with a kitchen, dining table, wardrobe and sofa bed. Meanwhile the property provides laundry faciltiies, daily housekeeping, board games, a tour desk and grocery deliveries for a fee. From $143 a night.