The Burrard

Visiting from Calgary, we had a great stay at the Burrard! Super friendly staff, clean rooms and fully stocked with all the amenities like alkaline waters and coffees. Comfy beds as well! So many great food, drink and entertainment options all within close walking distance to the hotel. It’s a noisier part of the city obviously, sirens and whatnot, but we had no trouble enjoying a solid couple nights here. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to explore the downtown for a weekend while trying to keep things somewhat affordable.

I stayed at The Burrard for two nights while in Vancouver for business. The location is near coffee shops and restaurants, which is nice, but it is also across from the hospital so it can be loud at times. The staff was friendly and offered some drinks & snacks at the front desk in the evening. The hotel definitely has a retro chic vibe, with the decore and colorful paint choices. There is a terrace/green space in the middle of the complex with comfy chairs, fire tables, and outdoor games. There is an elevator, but it was out of order for my stay, and lugging everything up 3 flights of stairs did suck! The room was spacious and clean. The TV was large and offered basic cable. The coffee machine was fancy and offered some tasty options. The room had air conditioning, but it was a portable unit .... I understand due to the vintage/retro hotel, and it got the job done, but it was loud to sleep with. There aren't any extra amenities, but the hotel is cute and great for single travelers. I wouldn't stay here with my family as I wouldn't say it's kid friendly. They did offer a deal when booking through the stay/travel Vancouver website, which was nice - so check that out before making a reservation, as I was able to get a $150 prepaid MC.

I stayed at The Burrard for 3 nights in November 2024. The staff was exceptional. They were friendly, efficient, knowledgeable and helpful. Check in and check out was a breeze. They welcomed me with a smile and hello each time I entered/exited the building. The rooms were perfectly sized with all necessary amenities and comfortable beds. My only complaint was the blanket on the bed was very thin. I was on the hospital side however with a pair of earplugs, I had no issues with the noise especially as it’s to be expected in a big city. The hotel is very conveniently located with ample restaurants around and easy walk to other parts of downtown. Definitely would recommend and stay again

Very reasonable price for two nights in January. Loved this stylish place. Really interesting architecture and with its age it’s basically a historic hotel. Very cool place. Got a $150 gift for staying two nights would get then be applied to the price of the stay, it was a steal of deal!

Fantastic and reasonably priced hotel in downtown Vancouver! We were attending an event at the Commodore Ballroom and this was a great spot to set up base to let us explore the city. The rooms were very clean and comfortable new beds. Fantastic courtyard area and really cool vibe! Hotel is surprisingly quiet for being across the street from a hospital. Would highly recommend and would stay here again on a future trip to Vancouver!

The rooms were nicely sized and the bed was comfortable. The room was quite warm but they also had an air conditioner inside that worked well. We stayed on the hospital side. It was loud at times, but didn’t experience any trouble going to sleep. The staff are friendly and we appreciated the free water bottles. The location is also really great. A close walk to the main shopping area, but far enough that it’s a little quieter. I felt safe walking outside at all times of the day. Overall a pleasant stay.

We only stayed for one night. The receptionist was super friendly and helpful - even let us check-in earlier. The room itself was clean and quite, the room size was perfect for two people. We could not check out the patio, but it looked cozy. I'd absolutely recommend staying here, especially because of the value for the money.

The Burrard is a charming hotel in the center of Vancouver with lots of mid-century character. The room was great. The service was great. And the amenities (e.g., bicycle) were appreciated. The lights outside my window were Christmas decorations. I stayed here on a layover due to an international flight. I'd definitely stay here again.

A 50s style motor lodge that's been kind of tricked out, brought up to date for modern times yet retains some of that vintage vibe. LOVE IT. We stayed 4 days recently and also got other family members a room for 3 days. Love the small, intimate and cozy nature of the lodge, the quiet rooms and best of all, King size beds. Plenty of outlets for electronic gear and a refridgerator. The second floor has a fire pit with plenty of space to sit around and evenings after dinners out we found ourselves enjoying the warmth of the fire and the lights (not to be missed) and palm trees behind the area. Just off the lobby in the hotel is The Elysian, a superb espresso shop with snacks and light sandwiches. Some of the best coffee in the area was to be found here. The staff is spot on service oriented, friendly, and a real pleasure to be around. Bottom line: this is a great place to stay and is close to Davie street which has a lot of great places to eat, bars and small shops. Love this place, very highly recommended.

Would ya look at this joint? Full of classic history right smack dab in the mid-20th century, the recent management reinvigorated the sweet retro cool vibe of that era with enough modern flair to continue serving the masses. What I really dig is that none of the gaudy features of that era rolled over here. The interesting & indeed the appealing features of those good ol' times were the uniquely cool vertical, horizontal & geometric styles; coupled with slick cursive penmanship in "centerpiece" writing/names and ohhh baby, what a zinger(!). Also, that interior courtyard space is quite the vibe; it must be super charming during non-Winter seasons. Great location downtown. The front staff were cordial & friendly. Nice surprises that may not be noticeable during bookings are discounts to local businesses. I asked about onsite amenities and, while minimal, they were happy to share day passes to a local gym (which I totally used) are available daily. My room was fairly small & economical with compact bathroom but quite fine to make it work. The bed texture was fairly good, the recessed flatscreen TV with shelf ledge and view of the hospital holiday lights across the street were night highlights. One main ding I'd say is the unexpected bump at the door; I've almost tripped on it more than once (maybe a thumb height).

Posting this everywhere I can find in hopes it reaches management since all emails appear to go straight to the front desk. James at the front desk is so ridiculously rude. The website states to email for a price match. I found and booked a lower refundable price through Agoda, and emailed the hotel direct as per their instructions. James has done nothing but argue about it, tell me it doesn't include taxes even though it clearly states it does, argue about it being refundable even though it clearly states it is. He refused to listen to me even after I called to discuss and rudely ended the call. All I was trying to do was book directly with the hotel according to THEIR price match process, but I'm now cancelling my reservation entirely and booking elsewhere. Do not stay here.

We stayed at the Burrard for three nights and pretty much enjoyed the entire experience. It is located just a block away from Davie village which was a great plus for us. The team was friendly and helpful. Great experience!

It is a cool little hotel in the middle of town. Pleasant staff, nice Nespresso coffee maker in the room, and bikes to use if you want. It is not like a typical big chain hotel so if you can adjust your expectations you'll have a great time.

A little over priced, but it was worth it. The Burrard is definitely quite a boutique hotel, it's very obvious this is an older property that has been renovated; but its been done so fabulously. The hotel is located downtown and in a perfect location for walking distance from all the popular nightlife. The staff were extremely friendly upon check in and even let me check in early. The price is a bit on the steep side but is very comparable to the hotels in the area. They give complementary bikes to ride around town, and the rooms are very clean and comfortable. The Nespresso coffee machine in the room was very convenient & the courtyard was extremely comfortable with a fireplace to lounge by! They also allow pets for a fee, however I was not charged for my puppers. Overall I would definitely recommend The Burrard! Will definitely return!

We had a nice stay here. Free parking with hotel stay, and the coffee shop is great right downstairs. The rooms are comfortable and the courtyard has great vibes. Definitely would recommend it, the location is great.

The Burrard was the perfect choice for our quick little getaway to Vancouver. The location is great--many shops and restaurants nearby to explore. The staff in the lobby were friendly and even gave us restaurant suggestions. Also, they have a parking garage which is definitely a positive! Price was decent and the room was clean!

This gem of a boutique hotel is the perfect spot for our stay while awaiting our cruise. It is eclectic, fun and clean. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable-- in particular, Rachelle at the front desk. ELsa was our attentive floor attendant. She was extremely helpful directing us to the different amenities that the hotel has (i.e. microwave, washer/dryer). She also helped us with extra towels.

Stayed here from the period of Oct 30 - Nov 2nd 2021. Had booked 2 rooms. One room in the corner with two beds and one room in the middle which was 1 king bed. The formation style of the room was different the King room has a tub and the 2 bed room had a walk in shower type of thing. Depending on your preference mine is the with the tub, put that into consideration before booking or Request. The location was nice right in downtown and walkable distance to everywhere. Note that its right next to the Sheraton Wall Centre if ever lost. But be aware that is right across from the hospital where there is a lot of sketchy people lying outside. The hotel has a a feature where they lock all doors after midnight to not let those people walk in and cause a Ruckus which happened quite a number of times. The front desk was very pleasant and easy to check in. Note they only have ONE elevator so the stairs was not bad as there was only 4 floors. Our rooms were on the 4th floor so treking up and down the stairs was an ok for us. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. I would stay here again A+++

I booked this property because it looked fun and funky online. It definitely has those attributes but also really lacks in others. Positives: Fun and funky touches throughout the spot Fireplace in the courtyard to enjoy Negatives: In the room we had an extension cord/outlet poorly taped to the side of the desk for us to use. There are dings in most of the furniture and walls. Most hotels have several different types of pillows on the bed but they have only the overstuffed version which isn't comfortable. They don't allow debit cards (with Visa symbols through a major bank) to check-in. I understand it can take a little longer for debits to release the damage deposit, but isn't that on me to manage my bank account? Small bathroom with limited areas to put toiletries Overall the property is fine but I definitely expected more luxury funky than tacky funky for the price. Location is also a bit sketchy and didn't feel safe to walk around in.

Cool hotel with VERY nice staff that are helpful to tourists in the area. Has a cool hangout area and a fun color scheme. Not a huge room but still plenty comfortable. You gotta try the coffee shop downstairs!

The room was very clean and bright. I also appreciated the nespresso machine in the room, and free coffee. You could grab extra capsules in the lobby as well as bottled water as you needed it. There is an outdoor seating area around an electric fire, and palm trees behind it. It's lovely because it feels like a piece of paradise in the heart of the city. It is centrally located downtown, so you can walk to the beach, to main shopping streets, restaurants/cafes and the art museum. If you don't want to walk, you can use the hotel's free bikes or easily access public transportation. The staff were accommodating and helpful with getting new towels and supplies. Because covid measures are in place, you need to leave garbage/recycling outside of your door and request new towels, bedding, etc at the front desk. Everyone is wearing masks in shared spaces, and covid measures are followed appropriately. The fire pit in the shared outside space could get a bit noisy at night when guests gathered around it, so it would be good if there were a cutoff time, when the fire is shut off. Also, some products in the bathroom, such as shampoo/conditioner/soap could be upgraded. Otherwise, this is a great place to stay in the city if you want a retro paradise feel that's close to everything.

I will start with the positives.... Pros: -Newly renovated, fresh, small boutiquey, cute hotel! -Cute sassy art -Comfortable bed and sheets -They put candy on the pillow for you -You can borrow a bike for no extra charge! So cool. -The hotel staff were all very friendly! -It is connected to Elysian coffee, making it a convenient place to work (and use the hotel's free guest wifi) - AC unit in room -Good location for walking around downtown -They have ping pong and a fire pit -They were nice to call me a taxi whenever I needed it (one sweet girl even ran outside to flag one for me when she couldn't get through on the phone) Cons: -I noticed some oversights in the cleaning department (hair on my towels and in the shower) -The pillows suck, I have such a crick in my neck from sleeping on them - AC unit, yes they have one, but it is not central air so it doesn't just click on or off so all night I was fighting with being too cold or too hot in my room = poor sleep -The courtyard feels like your are in an old apartment building, not a ton of hang out space if people have taken over the pit and ping pong table -Let's just say that due to a homeless shelter nearby the people in this area could be a little sketch (I didn't go out at night by myself). During the day though, I felt perfectly safe. -Price...way over priced this time of year (Summer) for what you get. -Shower- pressure in my room was just ok. Give it a go if you want to see for yourself.

After a two night stay at The Burrard, I can say that it's a great hotel for young folks (age or at heart) looking for a hip experience in the heart of the city. It's a refurbished motel with basic amenities, along with some essential upgrades like a very comfy bed and soft sheets. Dual soap/shampoo dispenser in the shower and some ok conditioner. It doesn't really matter since the Vancouver rain and wind will surely have its way with your 'do, no matter if you try or not to tame. The location is perfect for waking around downtown. Street noise can be interesting at night. There was the occasional rant or loud vehicle, but as someone who used to live in a urban environment I find that strangely soothing. There's also a Burgoo and nice coffee shop next door so you've got good food and drink readily available. Kudos for the gummy candy left on the bed. Can't resist a sweet treat.

Disappointing. I paid $400 for a "queen plus" room that appears to book for more than $500 on their direct booking site. The room is minuscule, but I could deal with that if the rest of the experience was worth the rate. The carpet from entrance to the other side of the room has large, long bubbles (see photo). I literally tripped over one on entering the room for the first time. Tiniest bathroom sink I've ever seen...where do you get this? So small that washing my face meant soaking the floor, my shoes, the entire area because there was no way to keep the water in the basin area. Soiled window curtain. Though it was cold and raining outside, the room was hot and stuffy. No place to ventilate the room except a window in the bathroom that cracks open. The AC is a stand alone unit that is incredibly loud. Scraped paint in doorways and cheaply made furniture. Blah. I booked because The Burrard holds a bit of hip cache and the rooms appeared from pictures to be crisp and comfortable. Two stars for pleasant front staff, location, water/coffee/tea. I would NOT recommend this place. Better to stay at the Howard Johnson or another chain nearby.

Cool retro-themed hotel at a good price! They have these free bikes that they let you rent for free, which is nice because you have to pay for parking everywhere in Vancouver. They also give you complementary gym membership to a nearby gym for the duration of your stay (since there's no on-site gym), and free water bottles in every room. Nespresso machine, pods, and a mini fridge also included in-room. The hotel feels very cool and hip with the bright colors and awesome signs. The only thing is that the bathroom is pretty tiny, with a tiny sink and low water pressure in the shower. There's also no fan in the bathroom, only a window, which is not ideal for pooping during cold weather. There's also a courtyard on the second floor (first floor is parking) with lots of trees and plants and benches and tables. The location is pretty close to a lot of restaurants and shops, but we didn't want to walk because it was freezing when we came. All in all, I would definitely stay here again the next time I'm in Vancouver!

We selected the Burrard in downtown Vancouver because of the reasonable price. What we found was a great little no-frills hotel, friendly employees, nice amenities, and a comfortable place to spend the night. When you walk in, the "old-school" chic lobby is welcoming and the check in process simple and easy. We visited the adjoining coffee shop for a little caffeine to get the day restarted after our long flight from Florida. After dropping our luggage in our room, we explored the nice atrium area with a fire pit, clean fresh lounging seating areas, beautiful flowers, shrubs and trees, and a ping pong table. Definitely a nice little oasis in the middle of the hotel to socialize. The only drawback was the socializing guests were right outside our window so it took away from the peace and quiet we were ready for in our room later in the evening. If we were not so tired, we would have enjoyed the setting more ourselves. We checked out the free bikes and helmets from the hotel, got some maps and suggestions from the hotel employees and biked off to Stanley Park. After a long ride, we asked for additional suggestions for dinner and again the next day to get other tourist information and transportation arrangements. The front desk staff could not have been more helpful. Overall The Burrard was a really great place to stay and we would highly recommend staying here and look forward to another visit here again ourselves in the future.

James, the nice guy at the front desk greeted us as we arrived at 1:30 AM. He offered us water, candy package and a warm hello after a very long flight and an efficient, but time consuming de board and customs check in. The hotel is a charming updated 1950's motel, with doors to each room secured by a wonderful center courtyard entry. At night the fire table and seating area outside on second floor provides a wonderful gathering place with a ping pong table. The room was well accommodated, extremely clean and meticulous in design and style. Great nespresso style coffee pods and nice shower system. Amazingly quiet in room 322. And the bed, heavenly. Two pillows to choose from, appears that a few are extra thick. Shower well supplied and room is so clean and linens, cotton. Overall, lovely start to our stay in Vancouver, BC. We will return! Mahalo!

Five of us shared one room. There were two full beds plus one cot. It was still pretty roomy even with the cot in the middle on the room. The staff was excellent. They gave us extra towels (bath, hand, & face). We didn't ask for maid service during our stay, but when we needed toilet paper, it came within 5 minutes. One of the staff members (Maria) even said hi to us when we ran into her on the street. This place offers free bike rentals, but unfortunately we didn't get to take advance of this. The bikes we saw were cute though! It had a wooden crate attached to the rear to carry your belongings. One thing that could be better is the lighting in the room. It was hard for us to get ready when it was dimly lit. The extra cot is $30/day The self parking is $28/day

Melrose Place-esque I had reservations to stay here when they first opened, but a missing cat and broken leg thwarted my plans. Enter the summer of 2016; we were making our way up north for our friends 50th wedding anniversary, and decided to prolong our holiday by a few days and head up a little further north to Vancouver. I've always had a crush on this town and wish I lived a little closer. Due to some unexpected circumstances, we had to leave our friends party earlier then planned and arrived in the city VERY early. Entering the lobby, the decor and fun artwork made me smile. The young lady working front desk was very friendly and let us check in early. (Thank You!) We had reserved a larger room but they didn't have one available. They gave us free parking and a slight discount in return. The court yard was well planned out. I loved the landscaping, and colorful yet functional furniture. The room was a little tight but was cute enough and met our needs. The roll away a/c unit was much appreciated. The bathroom was spotless, but tiny. One of the shelves above the toilet was angled downwards a little and made me rethink putting anything onto it. The water pressure wasn't strong but they had plenty of hot water. The most important thing, the bed, was heavenly! We slept very well. Being on a top floor helped and is always appreciated. The location can't be beat, as it was walking distance to almost everything on our agenda. The convent parking in the lot below was a plus. We also enjoyed the coffee shop that adjoined the hotel. I loved our stay! I can't think of staying anywhere else. Give me charm over cooperate any day.

Our cruise line referred hotel to us and it was great for the Price... Art Deco, close to everything , free bikes to ride around the city, nice fire pit sitting area...front desk very nice and accommodating there is also a coffee shop downstairs... we will stay here again!:)

Wonderful location just a short walk from all the main streets of Vancouver; but the walk is optional as they have house bikes that you can check out for free at reception. The common area between the rooms is beautiful and offers a good amount of seating around a modern fire pit.

I really liked this place! Mostly my friend & I picked it for our trip because the price is very reasonable for the area and it's centrally located. However, I was pleasantly surprised! The rooms are pretty nice - do note that if you're looking for a generic Holiday Inn style hotel, this is not the place for you - very eclectic but clean and comfortable. I was worried from pictures that it was motel-like in that your room door was open to the outside, but actually there's just a beautiful courtyard in the middle of the rooms. So, your room door does open onto that, but not to the actual outside. They also have free bike rentals, which we didn't end up using but wish we had! Such a nice perk. I'd recommend staying here for sure!

I'm perpetually searching (even when I don't need to ;D) for boutique hotels with helpful conveniences/practicality w/o a boutique price. The Burrard delivered: welcoming receptionist + overall atmosphere / proximity to notable food and sights / cozy, well-designed room. The Burrard is walkable to the ferry stop that'll take you to Granville, or near Robson where we walked to for a post-flight meal @Shizen-Ya. The hip rooms face an inner courtyard playing the occasional Smiths song. Toiletries are in squeeze bottles that were a bit hard to use, but that's quite a minor complaint. We appreciated the cheeky signs directing our towel usage. Heater is in the bathroom, so it was colder elsewhere. Also dug the little bag of free gummies on our bed, enjoying them while appreciating the humor of Canadian tv commercials. We didn't even pay 90+ through Hotel Tonight, which only encourages us to return.

I stayed here in December, while on vacation. It's a motel that's been refurbished and upgraded, but has a nice style to it. The room was nice, clean, and the staff were nice and helpful. I especially liked that it had parking. I've stayed in Vancouver a few times now, and would definitely go back here again.

The rooms are adequate. There is nothing wrong with them. However for the price I was expecting more. Basically a glorified motor inn. For what you pay it is just not worth it. Also the tightest parking spots I have ever parked in. Just over priced.

Let me start with the fact that I really liked this hotel. The decor is thoughtfully put together AND the signage is clever. This is huge. I want hotels with character and personality, which this one definitely has. They clearly hired or have some great designers/writers. The only reason this is not a 5 star is because the hot water broke at night, and my husband had to take a cold shower to try to wash off face paint from the Women's World Cup. We called down to inform them. They were very apologetic and tried to get it fixed quickly; however, I feel they could have gone that extra step to comp a night of our parking when we checked out the next day. I hate the customers that complain in order to get free stuff, so I operate on the hope that (if the business has fantastic service) they will go the extra distance without prompting. Regardless, I would still return to The Burrard because a 4 out of 5 is still a great hotel with good service.

Small but AMAZING service. They let us check in at 11 instead of 4 and there is complementary bike rentals and also our room came with complementary wster bottles in the fridge that is free. A lit of the littke stuff that matters they did compared to even high end hotels.

Cutest, most affordable hotel in Vancity. My boyfriend and I recently popped over for a one night trip to eat and drink our way through Vancouver. Living just 2 hours south, it's easy to come for a quick trip and see what we can in spurts. So on this trip we booked a room at the Burrard and absolutely loved it. Wanting to be close to Granville Island, this hotel is walking distance to both the CBD and Granville. We got lots of exercise and the little sanctuary that was our room was in the heart of a lot of other activities in Yaletown. Don't get me wrong, this isn't a fancy place to stay, but that's what we loved about it. Simple, cute and clean, the room was small and just what we needed for a place to crash. Parking was below the hotel in a secure garage, there were free bikes to borrow to ride around the city on, and the style and decor here is unforgettable. Sort of like a time warp to the 1960's, you're transported to a colorful, clean Jetson's style hotel. On the main level there's a little restaurant called Betty's and even a 7-11 if you need to stock up on food or other supplies 24/7. I'll definitely stay here again!

Affordable, sure, but I wouldn't call The Burrard "cheap". Firstly, when I was in Vancouver, the rate was well over $150 a night. Secondly, the amenities are far better than what you world expect from a "cheap" hotel. At check in, you give them your credit card so they can take a deposit for incidentals, but soon after they tell you about how you get free wifi, free bottled water, free phone calls, etc, and are left wondering what incidentals could there be? The Burrard has the appearance of a hotel that was recently purchased and has been remodeled and upgraded. Outside of the lack of AC, I have no complaints about the place. A $30 cabride from the airport, The Burrard is centrally located, downtown. Only a block away from the West End, there's certainly plenty of nightlife. A five minute walk south takes you to Robson, with all of it's fine dining, high end shopping, the mall, etc. _________________________________ Notes: * Free WiFi * Free & Unlimited Calls Anywhere in North America * Free Bottled Water (AKA. Zero Calorie Drink) * Nespresso machine in the lobby and in room with caffeinated and decaf pods * Pretty sweet LCD HDTVs with HD cable service (plenty of channels) * Power strip on the desk, with USB Ports * Mini Fridge, Cordless Phone, nearby coffee shop, nearby 7-Eleven, nearby taxi stand....okay, I'll stop gushing about this place, I'll be staying here on my next trip, for sure.

Neat hotel, great location, and very reasonable price. The Burrard is an old interior-courtyard-style motel renovated in a sort of neo-60s Palm Beach style and combined with gracious service and modern amenities to create a boutique hotel with oodles of personality. Just check out the photos which will show you more about this unique property than I could ever describe. Our limited interactions with the staff were pleasant and helpful. The building is within short to medium walking distance of everything that you would want to see or do in downtown Vancouver. The rooms are generally petty small, but well appointed. Besides, the hotel is just so neat that it's a treat to stay here. Here are some details that stood out: + Two free bottled waters + Wall-mounted flat screen TV + mini fridge + free wi-fi - No cups - Tiny sink - No exhaust fan in bathroom, leading to constantly damp room Another thing that I noticed is that all the decor in the room is black, white, or metallic, except for the (mostly hidden) bed frame and the bedside table, which are dark brown wood. It doesn't match, almost jarringly so. But quibbles aside, this was a fun and satisfactory hotel stay that was curiously cheap given the combination of factors.

Stayed here just one night for a quick day trip to Vancouver. First time in town, and the Burrard put us in a great location for a great price with easy access to Davie and Stanley Park. It's nothing super fancy, but has just the right small touches to make the experience feel special: free candy on check-in, an in room expresso machine and tea kettle, and a chromecast on the TV. The courtyard between the rooms is also cute; it's decorated and has a gas fireplace. The only real negative was parking, which was a bit tight to navigate and has a very steep incline that scraped the bottom of our car. If we had been coming and going more, that might have been more of a bother. However, parking was cheap for the day and the staff was wonderful to allow us to keep our car there a bit after check-out in order to do some final exploring of the area. We will definitely be returning! :)

I don't like giving 5 stars but I really can't think of a reason not to. This place was amazing. I'm from Long Beach, CA (Los Angeles) and my boyfriend and I traveled up here for a quick vacation. We wish we had an extra day to just lay around the hotel room and watch TV. Location: perfect, it was walking distance to everything downtown. There is a coffee shop located right next door. Green: The advertise a lot to save water and not wash the sheets if not necessary. Which is awesome. They also GIVE you for FREE 2 water bottles in the room and you can refill them in the lobby anytime. Amenities: They allow you to use they're Mac computer in the lobby and can print anything as well. (which came in handy when I forgot to book and print our train tickets). We went during Jan so it was a little cold, but we want to go back when it warms up and use their free bikes! Cleanliness: The place is very clean. I am a freak and typically show with sandals in hotel showers because the floor grosses me out. I did not have to use flip flops this time! Very very clean. Parking: They have an inclosed parking structure for $25 for a night and since you're downtown its pretty reasonable. We are trying to figure in another trip to VAN this year and will definitely stay here again.

Okay, so I won't lie. I had booked another, much fancier hotel prior to booking the Burrard. Then, last minute I decided there was no point in spending an arm and a leg, plus I found a great deal on Booking.com and it came highly recommended by a coworker. When I arrived, the front desk staff was friendly and helped to check me in, then directed me on how to get into the secured parking garage. When I got to my room I was originally a bit let down but it soon grew on me. It had a super cute and contemporary style and the bed was really comfortable. Being from California, this property felt like I was in Palm Springs - which was refreshing and made me feel like I was at home. The rooms were equipped with coffee makers and with a telephone that had free long distance calling in North America - YES! This was a great added bonus! On top of clean rooms and great service this hotel had a PRIME location. I went everywhere. And I did it all on the bikes the hotel has that you can rent. It was the dead of winter when I went so all of the bikes were available, but I hear when the sun is out they are harder to come by. I rode the bike to Granville Island, to Stanley park, to Robson Shopping, to the Gastown, I rode it everywhere and it was the BEST feature of the hotel. Armed with maps and recommendations from the front desk, each day I attacked Vancouver and saw a bunch! Great property!

For those who want a taste of Europe, here's a place in Vancouver to consider. The rooms are well-designed with lighting in the right places with bedside options for ambient and reading lights. The furniture is rather Spartan, and comfortable. As Nespresso users, we enjoyed the machine in the room and the refrigerator for our own snacks on our three-day stay. It's in easy walking distance of downtown and local grocery and wine stores. The small bathroom is still easy to move around and is well laid out. The indoor protected parking is a plus and while it was too cold to use it, the attractive sitting area on the second floor would be a great place to settle into on a late spring through early fall evening. As a couple, we stayed in both the Queen and Queen+ rooms - same price for both. The size of the former is 200 square feet and the latter is 237. The smaller room faced the indoor treed courtyard while the larger was had a large window on the exterior wall. This is important because the building is across from a hospital, so there were frequent ambulance sirens, although not enough to bother us. The marginally extra space was worth it. Plus, pleasant and helpful front desk staff.

Excellent as always!! Lily was a total sweetheart & James & Ross were awesome!! I love the Burrard , the rooms are great retro awesome very comfy beds they have a gorgeous courtyard to relax in, free wifi. Its always nice to stay there everything is clean & nice room has excellent AC for summer, they have bicycles you can ride , parking, mini fridge in room coffee maker All round excellent place to stay

I came for our Neurology conference, all the big hotels were rented out, and I was looking for a more local, boutique hotel. The Burrard was perfect: just a short walk to the conference center, and walking distance to nearly everything that would attract a short term visitor. The style was cheeky retro-chic with clever deviant photography and postcards in the room. Not opulent in terms of the overall design but very functional and just right for the price. There wasn't very good central air but they had a small fan that cooled things mostly down, although when entering the room after a long warm walk home it felt very stuffy, and I couldn't open the windows. The central area is nicely gardened and open to the elements. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I took advantage of the free bikes to ride around the entire north part including Stanley Park, it was great! Close to the Davies street nightlife. Recommended!

How did I ever forget to review this blast from the past boutique hotel. If the Burrard were to be Too Hip To be Square...well then it would be the furthest thing from square i wager! What a hip spot! This far out, recently reno'd motel, teal coloured, faux-grass carpet in the hall and rainforest smack dab in the middle is the perfect mix of hip, comfort, cool, vintage, and a pinch of awesome!! The rooms are a good size for travel, clean, and cozy. Equipped with flat screens, a huge comfortable bed, and a cornucopia of freebies such as: bottled water, wifi, long distance and not a standard in room coffee maker BUT an in-room Nespresso Espresso machine God bless this spot they know the exact way to my heart! There's a desk for working and a small area for relaxing. Each room has an safe and mini-fridge as well. Standard fare for hotel accommodations in my books, but exceeds a standard motel expectation! I did find the bathroom to be a touch on the small side. OK in size for 1 person but don't even try to squish 2 in there - god forbid your night goes really well and you try for a 3. No luck chuck.. that's what the killer king size bed is for slugger :) However, I digress. This review was a long time coming and I I must say that this spot adheres to the KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) principle and does it well on on fronts. Staff is friendly, warm and helpful. Accommodations are simple, comfortable and perfect for what you need while on short term business. Bottom line this is where I'll be staying the next time I'm in Vancouver!

We were headed to Vancouver for the weekend and wanted a budget-friendly hotel in the downtown/touristy area that was close enough to fun stuff to be walkable. A friend recommended the Burrard, and it was perfect for our needs! If you're familiar with the Jupiter Hotel in Portland, it's very similar in look and feel (though the Burrard has nicer furnishings and bigger rooms). Basically, it's a retro-midcentury-Jetsons style with a winking sense of humor, charming enough to get you to overlook its minor shortcomings. From the street, you only see the lobby entrance. The parking garage is accessed through the lobby and the rooms start on the second floor, with doors facing onto an inner courtyard with planters and outdoor seating. We were in room 206, on the side that faces the street, meaning we were directly opposite the emergency entrance of the hospital across the street. These are the bigger rooms, but the trade-off is that ambulances are blaring RIGHT outside your window a handful of times per night. Obviously, they don't mention that on the hotel website. If you're willing to have a smaller room in exchange for less street noise, ask for a room on the other side. However, besides the ambulances, we didn't hear any noise coming through our walls from other rooms, and only minimal noise from guests walking past -- the advantage of being in a corner room. Mostly, the room was fine. Our bed was comfortable enough and they provided plenty of pillows. The one flimsy throw blanket wasn't much help and was more there for looks. The novelty furniture looks cool but isn't very comfortable (molded plastic chairs, clear lucite side table). Toiletries are provided, sort of, in the form of squeeze bottles of shampoo, hand soap, and lotion -- travel-size bottles are available by request at the front desk. The towels were on the scratchy side, but thick and absorbent, and were replaced daily. Our room safe broke and we had to call the front desk for assistance, but they sent someone quickly to unlock it. Actually, the biggest problem with the room was the light. The windows have short inner curtains and blackout liners, but the liner is a couple of inches shorter than the window, so you get a bright line of light right at eye level when you're in bed. The heater in our room was in the bathroom, but the window in there had no curtain, and thanks to the angle of the mirrored closet door, leaving the bathroom door open = sunlight bouncing off the mirror into the room. So you have to choose between a colder, darker room or a warmer, brighter one. If you're an early riser or don't mind sunny rooms, this might not be an issue for you. Parking was $28/day with in/out privileges, which is pretty typical for Vancouver. The parking garage is VERY tight and spaces are difficult to get in and out of, even when the garage isn't very full. The underground level seems to be a bit easier to negotiate. As others mentioned, there are free loaner bikes in the garage, free wifi, complimentary admission to a nearby gym, free water bottles and Nespresso pod coffee machines in your room. Having a small fridge was great for chilling beverages, and there are several wine shops and liquor stores within a few blocks. The Burrard is very close to Robson, Davie, Granville, and the ferry stop that will take you to Granville Island and other destinations if you don't have a car. The staff were all friendly and very helpful whenever we had questions and greeted us whenever we walked through the lobby. Overall, you can't beat this place for the price. A fun place to stay with a good location if you want to explore downtown Vancouver and ditch the car.

Super cute boutique hotel in downtown Vancouver! It's like a little piece of South Miami Beach in Canada. The decor is really nice with friendly staff. Rooms are clean and I really love the touches of pop art throughout the lobby and rooms. The courtyard is adorable with palm trees and a deco style lounge area. The lobby is also well decorated and is the type of lobby that you just want to sit and hang out in. A fun stay and I definitely recommend it!

I totally loved this place. The service here is top-notch. The rooms are really clean and the mini-sink was adorable. The location is fairly central. The bikes they lend out are pretty awesome - we used them to bike all the way to and through Stanley Park. I would highly recommend this place!

3.5 stars (rounded-up) for this quaint, hip, and affordable hotel right-smack in the middle of downtown Vancouver. PROS: - Price: Consistently one of the best bangs for your buck as far as hotels in Vancouver. Several freebies, including wifi, Nespresso machine and pods (decaf and Arpeggio), water bottles, bikes, courtesy umbrellas, and access to nearby gym, sweeten the deal. - Service: What a friendly bunch of folks - from the front desk crew to housekeeping. - Location: You are walking distance from Yaletown, Robson Street, Davie Street, Granville Street shopping and nightlife, the Burrard Bridge (great views), the Public Library, English Bay, and a bit longer but still manageable walk to Stanley Park, Kits, and a whole bunch of other attractions. CONS: - Comfort: I have stayed here several times and have had a different in-room experience each time. Some of the rooms have hard-as-rock beds, while others are perfect. Some of the bathrooms have no tubs, while others do. Shower pressure may vary from room to room. Personally, I prefer the higher-numbered rooms (facing Helmcken), but make sure you state your preference if you have one at the time of reservation. - Thin Walls: You can hear everything your neighbors are doing. Seriously, everything. Misc. Notes: portable heater/air conditioner in every room now; on-site parking is available for an additional fee.

The Burrard is a totally hip, totally affordable option when looking for a hotel in Vancouver. It kind of looks like it used to be an old hotel (motel, Holiday Inn, say what?!) that they put some real love into with an upgrade. All the rooms have exterior doors that are in an inner square surrounding a parking area that has the loveliest of green spaces on it's roof. The rooms are kind of small (mine had a full sized bed), but nothing like the tiny spaces I often stay in when choosing boutique hotels in bigger cities. The hip factor extends from everything like the fact that you can borrow bicycles from the front desk to get around town to their "information" book, which is actually a series of postcards that feature facts about the hotel (where to get ice, how to make calls, etc.) as well as pictures of painfully cool people and scenes. The location is top dollar. It's quite walkable to many shops, restaurants, and bars. Plus they have the aforementioned bikes if you want to go a bit further. The folks that I interacted with were super friendly and the price was on point. I'd definitely stay here again!

Overpriced! $150 a night, small rooms, $20 a night for parking, and then they try to charge you when their loaner bicycle peddles break. (I almost crashed when the damn pedal came of while ridding) (free wifi)

The Burrard is a cute midcentury oasis in downtown in a great location near restaurants, shops, and the ferry to Granville Island. We stayed in a double room, and it was more spacious than I imagined it would be. Bathroom was small, which is to be expected for a former motel, but clean. I requested a room in the back of the hotel, and it was pretty quiet, but it is in the middle of the city, so hearing some city noise is inevitable. Every weekday morning around 7, there were dumpster & construction sounds, but it's a good wake up call to get out and explore! I was impressed at how much sound the windows block out, and I liked that you could open them for fresh air. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. The bikes are a nice amenity, and there are bike lanes separated from car lanes by a concrete barrier on the streets by the hotel, so if you're squeamish about biking in traffic, you don't have anything to worry about! I really enjoyed the Nespresso, free bottled water, and wifi. The only issue we had was the bathtub getting clogged, but the housekeeper was so sweet about it, even leaving an apologetic note. I would definitely stay here again!

James is a nice guy that offered us a room and photo-copied my IDs for my service dog and my own ID.

Loved this cute little hotel! Was lucky enough to stumble upon it on Instagram and stayed here a few weeks ago when I was visiting Van. Super cute renovated hotel, right in the middle of where you need to be, they have cute little cruiser bikes you can rent and cruise all over the city (so you don't need a car).... Michael at the front desk was amazing. And super helpful and Darren the hotel manager was also great. It's also connected to a great little coffee shop next door. Also love this place at night for hanging out, the courtyard where they have a fire pit. Rooms are minimal but modern. Great value and great place to stay on your next stay! Definitely a thumbs up!

I stayed at The Burrard 3/09-3/10 in Room 221. The hotel was easy to find and just a couple blocks down from the main shopping corridor. I checked in after 8 pm and was promptly greeted. I reserved/paid with a credit card and was surprised that the hotel places a hold of $100 CAD onto your credit card for incidentals. Not really an issue, but would have been nice to have read about it on their website. I was given directions to my room, and after a long night of driving I couldn't remember much more. The parking garage is under the hotel and visible from the walkway to your room (a plus for me so I could see the car) if you have a large car, like a tahoe or expedition- you may want to leave it at home. Its a small parking garage with small spaces and my VW Routan Mini Van fit with some wiggle room, not a lot but enough. The room is nicely done. The postcards on the bed have all the information you need, from making calls ect. (bonus is the free calling to the US) there is free wifi, and the bed was conformable. They don't offer small bottles of hotel body wash (which I usually use for bubble baths) and didn't realize until it was too late as I didn't get to enjoy the bath tub. Overall, the beds are comfortable, more than enough room to move around and its a central location. The parking garage keypad is on the right side so when you are on Burrard and turn right on Helmcken St to get to the alley where the garage is located - unless you have a passenger you'll have to get out of your car to put your roomcard against the key pad to open- so at night it isn't something I wanted to do. The only way to avoid this would be to go down Helmcken, turn right on Howe, right again on Davie St and then a right down the alley way before Burrard. It would have been nice for the gentlemen at the front desk to explain that to me. They do offer free bikes but it was raining and I just walked to where I need to go. Parking currently is $28 CAD for the day- and they did allow me to keep my car there after I checked out.

I booked this on the basis of their web info and a few reviews and I'm so glad I did! The day front desk staff were incredibly helpful and friendly - a particular thanks to Maria for suggestions for family outings. I was a bit nervous about the size of the rooms, not knowing what to expect of 50s era hotel design, but no worries there. The double room was just the right size for our family of 4 and very clean and quiet. The beds were comfy, but the the the bathroom sink was a bit small for hubby to shave and the light above the mirror a bit dim for makeup application! The free water is great - just refill your bottle at the cooler in the lobby. The location is near Davie St (3 min walk) which offers an amazing array of food options and within walking distance of Stanley Park and the port (if you brought good walking shoes!). The bikes looked awesome, but unfortunately our youngest isn't up to city biking yet. All in all, a terrific value. We'll be back if we're ever in Vancouver!