The room and bathroom can be updated. Even a historical building can be updated in style.

Great location near English Bay. Room a bit dated but in good size. It is a historical building so the dated room is meant to be.

Stayed in November 2024

Ron at the front desk was fantastic

Stayed in January 2025

Nice big rooms and the lounge was great to chill out in after a long day of checking out Vancouver.

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing

Location, feel and restaurant

Stayed in January 2025

TV channel choice

Stayed in January 2025

We learned that the King rooms face the water for views of English bay. We chose a Queen room, and most of those face the city views. The beautiful Ivy on the walls of the hotel evidently obscure the views in the summer when the leaves are out fully.

We liked the charm of a hotel originally built in 1912, and now on the national historic register. Old world charm is still very present. The location, in a residential district, but a short 1-2 block walk to great restaurants on Denman, and on the shore of English Bay make this a great historic, comfortable stay. We will always stay at the Sylvia when we travel to Vancouver. Don't miss breakfast in the restaurant!

Stayed in January 2025

Stayed at hotel and ate a big meal at restaurant but then was expected to buy more food/drinks in order to sit in lounge and watch the live music.

Lovely big bedroom, comfy beds, very clean, delicious food at restaurant, wonderful walks along waterfront, fabulous False Creek ferry ride.

Stayed in January 2025

A bit of renovation noise and walls can be a bit thin, but it’s a lovely old building that comes with quirks. Bed was a bit hard and bathroom could use an update (with faucets that reached the sink properly) but these are small things when you get to stay in a piece of history.

Loved this historic landmark hotel. You can’t beat the location near the beach and also near tons great restaurants. Staff are fantastic and the price in the rainy season was great. We enjoyed happy hour in the lounge watching the sun go down over the bay.

Stayed in January 2025

Great location, beautiful historic building located close to Stanley Park and right across from English Bay Beach.

Stayed in December 2024

expected parking to be included

great location friendly staff

Stayed in December 2024

At lease one bathroom could be converted to have a walk in shower. The service in the bar was slow, also the restaurant.

Room spacious and comfortable. Bathroom set up with a grab bar to help getting in and out of the bath. Front desk staff very helpful. Wonderful views of English Bay from the bar and restaurant. Room service excellent

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing

Many good memories

Stayed in December 2024

Food at the restaurant was not good. Ordered the seafood chowder — they were mostly potatoes, corn and carrots.

Stayed in December 2024

Enjoyed the restaurant for a breakfast and a dinner

Stayed in December 2024

Lots of charm. In a great location. Excellent staff.

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing

Great location. Hotel has lots of charm. Staff was friendly and excellent service.

Stayed in December 2024

Location was better than I expected

Stayed in December 2024

Iconic

Stayed in December 2024

I had a wonderful stay here. They had upgraded me to a room on the second floor facing English Bay beach which was so great. I didn’t expect the room to be spacious as shown in pictures but the king size room exceeded my expectations. The big windows were awesome and it was nice to actually open the windows and let fresh air in. Bed and pillows were comfy. I had dinner in the hotel and food was good. Loved that it was just steps away from the beach.

Stayed in November 2024

I wish there was a few more things available in room like coffee or free water or coffee in the lobby? That would be a nice touch. Finding parking was a bit of a nightmare. It was rather expensive per day.

The history and restoration of the building was magnificent. It was a beautiful hotel and a perfect location.

Stayed in November 2024

No critique!

We appreciate the proximity to Stanley Park and the view of English Bay. We liked the age and history of the building. The hotel, although very old, has been maintained and restored to comfortable standards. And the restaurant is not to be missed. We loved our stay! Thank you to all staff. We felt very welcomed and cared for.

Stayed in November 2024

No gym, or affiliation with the local community fitness center

Location, decor, staff, value

Stayed in November 2024

As above

Room decor outdated and tired. The recycling containers on the floor were tripping hazard. Small fresh milk in fridge would be a nice choice for coffee/tea rather than coffee mate. Loved the location. The view from the bar is perfect.

Stayed in November 2024

Our room was great. Everything was good

Breakfast was fantastic. View was breathtaking. Staff was super friendly.

Stayed in November 2024

The staff at the Sylvia is what makes this hotel so exceptional. Every single member of the staff seems to love their job, and love going the extra mile to make guests stay feel special. Just wonderful people that are proud of this Vancouver institution! The hotel is old, the rooms are old, but very comfortable, spacious and spotlessly clean. The location can’t be beat, so close to wonderful restaurants and bars, shopping and a wonderful neighborhood on the edge of Stanley park. The restaurant and bar is superb, great food, fabulous specialty cocktails overlooking English Bay. Do yourself a favor and stay here!

Stayed in November 2024