Hotel details

Great for business

Reaperducer Sep 29, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Big room, great staff, outrageously fast internet, and two dogs in the lobby that you can borrow. One of the best hotel ... experiences I've had. The housekeeping staff does a great job; everything is perfect.

Mixed emotions

Riley Aug 7, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

My husband and I were really looking forward to experiencing the old world charm and elegance of the Fairmont Vancouver Hotel ... but was dismayed to find our room was not ready even though we arrived at the hotel at 4:00 p.m. in the afternoon. After receiving complimentary hotel bar drink tickets and finding a delightful place in the area for an early dinner we finally checked into our room. However, despite having booked a double queen room, we were put into a King room. Our disappointment deepened when we finally settled in for the night only to be awakened at 5:00 a.m. by the sounds of a clanking and hissing HVAC system. The noise was impossible to sleep through and left no recourse except to make a call to the front desk an hour or so later to request a new room. Fortunately, we had an early day planned and we were moved into a new room while out and about that day and the second room was quieter and allowed us to have a restful nights sleep. At the end of the day, despite our mixed emotions and disappointment we would probably return to the Fairmont Vancouver Hotel (assuming the rates are discounted again), because the staff, location and hotel amenities are excellent.

Stay away

Alex May 26, 2009

If you have an issue with your booking expect the Hotel to fail to assist and then take your money. ...

Not for me

Janis Jan 4, 2009

The Fairmont Hotel is located in a prime location close to all the shops and within walking distance. We were able to ... check-in early to our room but when we walked into the room I was very dissatisfied. The rooms are very outdated, the water pressure of the shower was not good, and last but not least someone forgot to flush the toilet & clean it. For the amount of money we spent I would expect more for the money. The lobby & restaurants are nice but because I was disgusted with the bathroom I would never stay here again.

Amazing class and depth.

Anita Jan 4, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The Fairmont is always first class and Vancouver's Fairmont is definitely up there with the best. I love the city and the ... hotel's ambiance is icing on the cake. You'll love it!

A wonderful and stately hotel

D Dec 26, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The Fairmont is really a wonderful and well presented hotel. And Vancouver one our favorite places to hang out in. This was ... our 3rd stay and a favorite during the Xmass season. Far enough away from home to make it feel like a vacation along with a mild taste of luxury. The room, bed (as comfortable as our own) and amenities are some of the nicest we've enjoyed any where. Nice swimming pool and a small but decent workout room, too. The hotel is in the middle of the city so there's plenty of shops and restaurants in easy walking distance. A light rail station is a short walk away for getting out into other parts of the city as are the city buses. One can get out to just about everywhere will out much effort (we obviously enjoy getting around without needing a car). While the hotel restaurant is very good the prices are steep. There are lots of other places close by though. The bar and general seating area for light food is more reasonable. Generally, someone playing light jazz piano or classical harp throughout the evening hours. Can seem a bit stuffy but we could care less...its a great place to kick back and relax. Besides, the hotel staff are always friendly and engaging. The only down side to this stay was our car was broken into. The hotel's valet service (locked garage, too) didn't offer insurance coverage or to get the vehicle fixed (smashed side window), which was pretty upsetting. But one of the hotel staff did a great patch for our trip home (in the snow). Would add that the hotel manager did try and make amends and provided some compensation to help take some of the sting out the the unfortunate event. We certainly appreciated the assist. And will continue to go back to the Fairmont. One of the few remaining grand old hotels on the west coast.

very nice location

Ruben Nov 2, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

very convenient and very good location !!! nice building ! ...

Elegant historic property

Rick Sep 19, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is a historic old (1939) CP railroad hotel. The location is fantastic for walking around ... beautiful downtown Vancouver. While rooms vary in size and view or lack of a good view. All however, are tastefully decorated with quality furnishing and bath products. Service is professional and polite. Very much enjoyed my stay at this hotel.

Nothing to brag about

Nancy Aug 22, 2008

With construction and all the one ways and no left turns it was difficult to get to the correct entrance to get the car in ... to valet. The hotel staff was not very friendly or that helpful including the valet person. The person that brought the car to us when we left was the only one nice and asked if we needed directions on where we were going. If I ever go back to Vancouver I would look for a different place to stay and would not stay in the middle of downtown.

family friendly

Janet Aug 20, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The fairmount vacation was in an excellent location-close to shops and restaurants. It was a 30 minute walk to Stanley ... Park. It had a very nice fitness club and pool. The kids loved walking the golden retriever at the hotel. They enjoyed complimentary milk and cookies.

Perfect for business or pleasure

Christopher Aug 9, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is located right in the center of Vancouver, which is is handy for either business or vacational ... purposes. The fact that it's basically a landmark in downtown Vancouver makes it a little bit of a novelty to stay there as well. The rooms are clean, comfortable and have include everything you'd expect. The only dissappointment we had were late night options for dining. We arrived in Vancouver on an eleven o'clock flight and found to our dissappointment that there were no eating options at that time of night. Nothing more than a slight inconvenience given the amount of eating options around the hotel. Overall, an excellent experience.

overview

Dean Jul 27, 2008

UNfortunately was not real impressed with front desk check-in lady. Impersonable with little or no interaction offering no ... info or dialogue whatsoever. We checked in early afternoon and she placed us on low floor (3rd floor) no view not much to offer from the room. room was fine but there was no cream or sugar for the in room coffee and the room itself was a little over-rated. The hotel itself is great location and the fitness center and pool amenities were good. I had higher expectations of the fairmont.

Expensive but chic

Di Jul 7, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

Downtown Fairmont Vancouver is a classy expensive hotel with great service and helpful staff. Walking distance to great ... shopping and restaurants.