The Sylvia Hotel
Hotel, 3-star1154 Gilford Street, Vancouver, CanadaShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, service and amenities.
8.81,786Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at 1154 Gilford Street.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Stunning Ocean Views and Convenient Location
Oceanfront Dining and Comfortable Accommodations
The Sylvia Hotel offers a unique blend of comfort and convenience with its on-site restaurant and lounge overlooking Vancouver's English Bay. Guests can enjoy delicious meals while taking in the stunning ocean views. The bright and cozy guestrooms, some with full kitchens and sofa beds, provide a comfortable stay for visitors.
Meeting Facilities and Outdoor Activities
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Family rooms
Rooms
8.8
Fabulous
Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 1,786 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.3
- Service9.2
- Location9.3
- Rooms8.7
- Amenities8.8
- Value8.7
- Food & drink8.3
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat locationCleanlinessComfortable rooms
MaggieUnited StatesEverything one needs is in walkable distance
The simplicity of the hotel and the age of the building were very nice . There’s a little bit of history left there
SarahUnited StatesThe Sylvia is an old establishment, a little old fashioned, yet perfectly comfortable & welcoming like coming home.
Location is perfect for my needs. It is walking distance from the beach, business I needed to conduct & local shops & activities. The restaurant & bar are excellent. I had one of the best meals (breakfast) I've had…
RaphaelFranceMagie
Rien
LuisaGermanyLage, Ambiente Parkplatzverfügbarkeit Bar
Kein Kühlschrank. Kleine Snacks an der Bar wären super
Y9061SBheikebFamily stay
Nice old charm hotel, clean and spacious. Awesome location, near the water, near a park, close to shopping. Our family had a wonderful time
joliver2026MCMINNVILLE, OREGONWonderful stay
We loved everything about the Sylvia hotel! The location, the charm, the amazing staff, the great restaurant. We were upgraded to an incredible corner room on the 5th floor, we were traveling with friends so the extra…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
1154 Gilford Street, Vancouver, Canada
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges. Please note, the guest's credit card will be preauthorised on the day of arrival for total room rate and tax. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Sylvia Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at The Sylvia Hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Sylvia Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Sylvia Hotel?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Is breakfast included at The Sylvia Hotel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Sylvia Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The Sylvia Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does The Sylvia Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at The Sylvia Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book The Sylvia Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Sylvia Hotel?
1154 Gilford Street, Vancouver.
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