Vancouver: Sylvia Hotel (1 Star Apartment)

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Address: 1154 gilford street , Vancouver V6G 2P6, Canada
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Lonely Planet review

Built in 1912, the Sylvia is a Vancouver heritage landmark and an affectionate favorite of many travelers to the city. The rooms are comfortable rather than decadent but the prices are good, the service is great and the oceanfront location is unbeatable.

A true Vancouver gem, the brick-built, ivy-covered Sylvia has what may be the most loyal clientele of any hotel in Canada. Generations of guests keep on coming back - often requesting the same room every year - for a dollop of old-world charm followed by a large serving of first-name service. The lobby decor has the look of a Bavarian pension - stained glass windows, dark wood panelling and thick carpets - but the welcome is warm and sunny, with the staff speaking several languages including French and Italian. Among the wide array of room configurations, try to request one with a view of English Bay - especially if you're here during the annual fireworks festival when you'll have a front row seat of all the action. The best rooms are the 12 apartment suites - such as the huge room 801 - which include full kitchens and wide-angled views of the ocean.