Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
SUNSET INN & SUITES
HOTEL
$$
( 800-786-1997, 604-688-2474;
www.sunsetinn.com
;
1111 Burnaby St; ste incl breakfast $175;
; 6)
A generous cut above most of the West End's self-catering suite ho-
tels, the popular Sunset Inn offers larger-then-average rooms with full kitchenettes.
Each has a balcony, and some - particularly those on south-facing higher floors - have
partial views of English Bay. Rates include continental breakfast and, rare for Van-
couver, free parking. The attentive staff are among the best in the city.
Sunset Inn is sitting pretty near the Robson St shopping action, popular Sunset Beach
and the bustling gay village around Davie St. If you're planning to stay longer, it also
offers good monthly rates.
SYLVIA HOTEL
HOTEL
$$
( 604-681-9321;
www.sylviahotel.com
; 1154 Gilford St; r $189; ; 5)
Built in 1912,
the ivy-covered Sylvia enjoys a prime location overlooking English Bay. Generations
of guests keep coming back - many requesting the same room every year - for a dollop
of old-world charm, plus a side order of first-name service. The rooms have a wide ar-
ray of comfortable configurations, but best are the bedsit suites, which have kitchens
and waterfront views.
If you don't have a room with a view, decamp to the lobby-level lounge to nurse a
beer and watch the sun set over the beach.
ENGLISH BAY INN
B&B
$$
( 866-683-8002, 604-683-8002;
www.englishbayinn.com
; 1968 Comox St; r incl breakfast $175;
; 6)
Each of the six antique-lined rooms in this Tudoresque B&B near Stanley
Park has a private bathroom, and two have sumptuous four-poster beds. You'll think
you've arrived in Victoria, BC's determinedly Olde English capital, by mistake. There's
complimentary port in the parlor, a secluded garden for hanging out and a three-course
breakfast - arrive in the dining room early for the alcove table.
This property has been a charmer for years with many loyal guests coming back. It's
the warm welcome from host Greg, who's the star of the show, that makes all the differ-
ence. Ask him for a few tips about what to see in the area on your visit and he'll have
plenty of perfect suggestions for you.
