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Upcoming Event: Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival, March 29 – April 25, 2024

March 8, 2024
If it’s spring in Vancouver, it must be time for cherry blossoms! The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival is a vibrant celebration that marks the arrival of spring each year as…

Top Five Places to Watch the Game

March 4, 2024
While the NFL season might have wrapped, our thoughts still often turn to where we can watch sportsing – whether it’s a Canucks hockey game, Raptors basketball, or one of…

Things to Do in Vancouver – March 2024

February 20, 2024
March officially ushers in spring, and while it can still feel deeply winter-like at times, you’ll start seeing cherry blossoms *everywhere* by the end of the month. Along with kicking…

Top 5: Ways to Enjoy Après Ski in Vancouver

February 13, 2024
Vancouver is spoiled for choice when it comes to skiing and snowboarding in the city. Look no further than the North Shore mountains and the three – three! – hills…

Insider Itinerary: Winter Adventure

February 8, 2024
It’s hard to believe that February 12 will mark 14 years since Vancouver hosted the Olympic Winter Games! But that event opened travellers’ eyes to the amazing outdoor adventure that…

Upcoming Event: Vancouver Sevens Rugby, February 23 – 25, 2024

February 5, 2024
One epic weekend, over 60 thousand fans, 64 matches, 24 teams, and a remarkable amount of fanfare… It’s Canada Rugby Sevens time again in Vancouver! The event is part of…

Things to Do in Vancouver – February 2024

January 28, 2024
The weather in February might be cool and drizzly, but that’s not going to stop us from heading out to enjoy Vancouver’s arts scene. The month is bookended with food…

Upcoming Event: Vancouver International Wine Festival, February 24 – March 3, 2024

January 22, 2024
Get ready to swirl, sniff and sip because the province’s biggest wine event is back! From February 24 through March 3, the Vancouver International Wine Festival will showcase wines from…

Insider Itinerary: Romantic Getaway

January 15, 2024
Love is in the air! We’re just a month out from Valentine’s Day, but whether it’s a Hallmark-approved celebration, a notable anniversary, or just a random day of the week…

Upcoming Event: Just For Laughs Vancouver, February 15 – 24, 2024

January 8, 2024
Let’s brighten those rainy February days! Just For Laughs Vancouver is back for its eighth year, and remains Western Canada’s biggest comedy festival. From February 15 to 24, some of the biggest names…

Things to Do in Vancouver – January 2024

January 1, 2024
Shed the ugly Christmas sweater and put away the Mariah Carey playlist: January is the time to unveil your more cultured self. Vancouver turns a leaf at the beginning of…

Mexican

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE TACOFINO BURRITO BAR1025 Mainland Street – Yaletown, 778.379.8226tacofino.comDistance: 10-minute walkPrice: burritos ~ $18Open for both lunch and dinner, this spot might not be the most traditional…

Big Night Out Classics

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE ELISA1109 Hamilton Street – Yaletown, 604.362.5443elisasteak.comDistance: 10-minute walkPrice: appetizers ~ $25, steaks ~ $54+, other mains ~ $50If “date night” means “steak night” to you, Elisa…

Other Asian

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE FAT MAO NOODLES983 Helmcken Street – Downtown, 604.801.5088fatmaonoodles.comDistance: 2-minute walkPrice: noodles ~ $22 – $25Right across the street from the hotel are the best bowl of…

Chinese (including Dim Sum)

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE LEGENDARY NOODLE HOUSE1074 Denman – West End, 604.669.8551legendarynoodle.caDistance: 15-minute walkPrice: ~ $17 for a bowl of noodlesIf you’re looking for an excellent bowl of noodles and…

Japanese (including Sushi)

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE SHIZENYA985 Hornby Street – West End/Downtown, 604.568.0013shizenya.caDistance: 5-minute walkPrice: Rolls ~ $5 – $20We love this healthy, creative sushi spot! Everything is made with brown rice,…

Italian (including Pizza)

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE CIOPPINO’S MEDITERRANEAN GRILL & ENOTECA1129 Hamilton Street – Yaletown, 604.688.7466cioppinosyaletown.comDistance: 10-minute walkPrice: Starters ~ $28, pasta ~ $38 – $42, mains ~ $50 – $60One of…

Seafood / West Coast

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE DOVETAIL1079 Mainland Street – Yaletown, 604.336.1088dovetailrestaurant.caDistance: 10-minute walkPrice: Small plates ~ $20, Large plates ~ $25 – $49Bringing a California vibe to Yaletown, Dovetail is all…

Casual Lunch Options

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE See “Coffee” recommendations for more options. NUBA508 Davie Street – Yaletown, 778.371.3266nuba.caDistance: 5-minute walkPrice: Pitas and salads ~ $17 – $19Healthy, fresh Lebanese food with lots…

Weekend Brunch

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE See “Coffee” and “Breakfast” recommendations for more options. MAXINE’S CAFÉ & BAR1325 Burrard Street – West End, 604.707.7224maxinescafebar.comDistance: 5-minute walkPrice: Most brunch items $20 – $24Offering…

Breakfast

December 30, 2023
BACK TO IN-ROOM GUIDE See “Coffee” recommendations for more options. YOLKS988 Davie Street – Yaletown, 604.558.3447yolks.caDistance: 2-minute walkPrice: Most breakfasts between $18 – $23Originally just a food truck, Yolks’ third…