The historic Sylvia lived up to its reputation for us last weekend. Perfect location opposite the beach at English Bay and next the Stanley Park. Great restaurants nearby. Super people watching from the lounge and restaurant. Our older room was a good size, very clean and recently refurnished. We go to Vancouver (from Victoria) a few times a year and... More

We've stayed at the Sylvia many times and have always enjoyed it. It could, however, now do with a bit of updating as the poor old girl is looking her age. Her heritage is, of course, part of her charm - but maybe add coffee makers in the rooms and better lighting (especially in those walk-in closets!). Staff are always... More

We stayed at the Sylvia prior to a cruise a couple of weeks ago and it was very good. Whilst it is an old building the rooms were well equipped - except no fridge or tea/coffee making facilities in the room! It was reasonable price, and of course located right on English Bay in Vancouver- best location ever. Restaurants close... More

Went to Vancouver recently and stayed in the Sylvia. We were very lucky as it has rained a lot in the week before but we had a lovely dry stay. The Sylvia is a relaxed, homely hotel with efficient and polite staff who were always pleasant and eager to help. Our room, while it initially appeared dated and a bit... More

Great location on Beach Street, wonderful breakfast especially the blueberry buckwheat pancakes, but the scratchy bathroom towels and mediocre showers are really tooo bad. More

Stayed there for one night during quick trip to Vancouver. The English Bay area is wonderful. Views of the anchorage and beach were great . Checked into the hotel. No bell service offered. Asked about suggested local restaurants for dinner and received blank look from the desk attendant. Asked for second key to the room, but was told that none... More

This was our third stay at the Sylvia, over a span of fifteen years. We had a large, nicely furnished 8th floor room with windows looking out on English Bay and a bit of the spectacular mountains to the north. It's a grand old lady, well cared for, and in an unbeatable location for vacationers. Business travelers may prefer the... More

We've stayed at this hotel at Stanley Park for over 35 years. It's never been a disappointing experience. The rooms have been upgraded and remodeled over the years but the hotel has never lost its European charm. My father and I stayed there the last weekend of February and the hotel was having its Oscar Party. We were able to... More

3 of us went for brunch and it was quite the debacle. We had to ask numerous times to different people for regular items like napkins and knives. My friend ordered decaf coffee which never appeared until we repeatedly asked. Juice that came with our breakfast also wouldn't have shown up except for our asking several folks and the excuse... More