Staying in a hotel can be functional, or it can be fantastic. From saltwater pools to indulgent spa treatments to swanky beds for your pets, today's upmarket accommodations have plenty to offer. Make the most of your next escape in Vancouver (or treat yourself to the ultimate staycation) by checking into the lap of luxury at these upscale hotels. [Image courtesy of OPUS Hotel]
When you're looking for a high-end hotel experience in Vancouver, Shangri-La delivers. This award-winning luxury accommodation boasts a convenient downtown location and special in-room touches like automatic draperies, pre-set lighting controls and L'OCCITANE toiletries. The opulence extends to the on-site dining experience, three-Michelin star chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten's MARKET by Jean-Georges.
This classic Vancouver hotel has been playing host to celebrities and other luxury-loving guests for years. Situated just steps from the bustling Robson Street shopping strip, the elegant hotel welcomes with Old World charm and European styling. Pamper yourself at the Vida Spa or indulge your seafood cravings at Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar.
Upscale doesn't have to mean stuffy, as the contemporary Opus Hotel proves. This vibrant and stylish Yaletown spot features a slick modern decor, complimentary iPads for use in each room and fun little extras such as a free check-in beverage, retro candies instead of mints for the turn-down service and personalized thank you cards from the management.
Refined service and personal touches are hallmarks of this Coal Harbour venue. The chic boutique hotel offers free WiFi, complimentary cruiser bikes for exploring the city and hypoallergenic rooms for guests with sensitivities to pets, feathers or scents. Pampered pooches can also enjoy the good life at this pet-friendly spot, where plush beds, fresh-baked biscuits and the latest issue of Modern Dog Magazine await.
For cosmopolitan accommodations close to shopping and entertainment, L'Hermitage is a sophisticated choice. This well-appointed 60-room boutique hotel is located on three floors of a residential building and offers unique one- and two-bedroom apartment-style spaces as well as traditional suites and hotel rooms. Dive into the outdoor heated saltwater pool or take advantage of the fitness studio and business centre.
In its original incarnation as the Hotel Georgia, this iconic Vancouver spot welcomed such notable guests as Elvis Presley and Katharine Hepburn. Since 2011, as The Rosewood Hotel Georgia, the 156-room luxury hotel has combined the grandeur of its past with 21st-century contemporary elegance. An indoor saltwater pool, spa, fitness centre, Art Deco bar and multiple dining options contribute to the relaxing, upscale ambiance.
If you're looking for a room with a view, you're in the right place. Offering unobstructed views of both the mountains and waterfront, the 377-room hotel utilizes naturally inspired materials to create a sleek, contemporary feel. Three restaurants, an outdoor rooftop pool and a spa with infrared sauna and meditation pods all help to ensure your stay will be a satisfying one.
This privately owned upscale hotel sets itself apart from the larger chains with its sophisticated decor of fine antiques and original art. A member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux, a global collection of luxury restaurants and hotels, the 83-room boutique space is also home to the celebrated Bacchus restaurant. Relax in the tranquil day spa or take in the city from your private balcony while you enjoy your stay at this unique Vancouver institution.
In operation since 1939, this iconic Vancouver landmark has been welcoming discerning guests to its many rooms (556 traditional rooms, plus an additional 37 suites) for decades. The convenient location in the heart of downtown provides guests with easy access to world-class shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities nearby. Of course, with Absolute Spa, Notch8 restaurant, two grand ballrooms, a swimming pool, health club and English tea service all on-site, there's really no reason to venture off the premises.