January 15, 2012
The Pan Pacific really has it all!! I decided to do a staycation pamper
weekend to celebrate my 50th Birthday. I checked into the Pan for two
nights with my sister who came from out of town. The view from our floor
to ceiling windows (20th floor) of the ocean & North shore mountains was
breath taking. The spectacular view and beauty of Vancouver (my home
city) was somewhat symbolic of the occasion - to appreciate all that is
near & dear to me at this stage in my life.
If you can find a good deal during the off-season (mid Oct.-mid April)
especially the Winter months, you really can get great bang for your
buck.
The staff is so professional & friendly and really go the extra mile,
the thick slice of birthday cake put in the room was a nice touch as was
the upgrade to a higher floor deluxe room.
The hotel is in a perfect downtown location, next to the convention
centre, about 3 blks west of Gastown, 5 blks NE from Robson, 2 short
blks west of the Canada Line, Skytrain & Seabus Station.
If you come from YVR airport, take the Canada Line ($5 pp) to Terminus
Station Waterfront (20 min.) exit on Cordova Street, go to your right 2
very short city blks & turn right at Howe Street, Canada Place Cruise
Terminal & the Pan Pacific is right there. If you take a cab, it will
take about 50 min. + (depending on traffic) and cost $40+. The train
runs every few minutes from about 5am to 1am.
The Hotel itself is very elegant, and has a nice restaurant, lounge,
high end shops and lots of meeting rooms. They put on a very good but
pricey Sunday brunch in the Five Sails Restaurant and have a wonderful
spa.
The rooms are spotless and tastefully decorated. They have extremely
comfortable beds, nice bath products, bathrobes, spacious closet space
and the bathrooms are a good size.
I loved the room & the hotel and felt totally pampered. Exactly how I
wanted to celebrate my milestone birthday.
You can't find a much better view than from the North facing rooms, and
they were extremely quiet.... unless you like to sleep in a little late,
then the float planes next door (west) that start running at 8am on
weekends can be a bit noisey for about 30 seconds as they take off.
Probably rooms facing NE don't hear as clearly and those facing south
would probably not hear at all. We arose around 8am each morning so no
problem for us & I liked watching the planes taking off.
Guest Review of the Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
January 12, 2012
Stayed at the Pan Pacific, Vancouver for 2 nights in early December.
Room was spacious, clean and the bed very comfortable. Free wi-fi was
great and the bathrobes and bath products were nice.
Guest Review of the Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
January 11, 2012
I spent two nights here solo on a business trip. Based on my prior
experience with the Pan Pacific chain, as well as its excellent review
curve here on TripAdvisor, I had very high expectations for my stay - in
fact, I went through the trouble of transferring mid-trip from the
Sheraton Wall Centre just to try this property. Unfortunately, it wasn't
worth the effort as I definitely preferred the latter.
While the front desk staff were courteous and efficient, service was
generally curt and not up to the standards I have experienced at other
luxury brands. I also found my room to be a surprising step down from
the Sheraton - cramped, with a terribly restricted view, and furnished
with very bland decor.
Although it was fine for an expense-account trip, with so many excellent
alternatives nearby in this tourist-oriented city, I wouldn't bother
spending my own money to return.
Guest Review of the Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
December 20, 2011
Fab hotel in a really nice location right on the ocean, nice pools and
city views are really amazing. There is lots of shopping and stuff
nearby and we had a nice suite room with robes and other nice stuff in
it, soaps and everything nice. Have their Caesar salad in the dining
room, pricy but definitely worth the dollars (even if the Canadian
dollars are worth more now...was a better bargain a few years back with
better exchange).
Guest Review of the Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
December 15, 2011
Recently stayed here for a business trip. This has been a favorite
hotel. The room was spacious with a desk at which to work and
complimentary internet service. The bed linen was great for a good
night's sleep. The facilities are well appointed and swimming in the
outdoor heated pool late in the evening to unwind was just the ticket to
end a long day. The staff are courteous and professional but one needed
to ask for courtesies that should have been readily offered. A clearer
explanation about the parking at the outset would have been helpful. For
less than 2 full days parking the original cost was over $70! I spoke
with staff and they kindly made an adjustment for what would have been
the obvious parking option. Nonetheless the parking cost is simply
prohibitive. The only other negative was the slowness of the their
internet 'lite' access. That made working a slower than normal process.
Otherwise the accommodations, staff and amenities were very good.
Guest Review of the Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
December 13, 2011
Can't beat the location and view of the city from this lovely hotel.
Staff was very friendly and service excellent. I did find that the rooms
need some updating but overall really nice.
Close to shopping and all attractions. Great location for conferences
and cruiseship travel as everything is right there. I have stayed here
many times and will again.
Guest Review of the Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
24 November 2011
I stay at this hotel 4 times per year and have never been disappointed.
I try to always stay on one of their executive floors, either 22 or 23
and request a view room. Although often cloudy and damp, the views are
still terrific, especially watching the seaplanes land and take off.
They even provide binoculars in each room for better viewing. During the
summer months this hotel is often the home for Alaska cruise passengers,
so the lobby can sometimes be a bit hectic.
The check in for these floors is at the concierge desk on the 23rd
floor, a nice touch that gets you away from any lobby congestion. All of
the concierge staff members are extremely helpful and somehow seem to
know your needs without asking. The included continental breakfast is
fine, especially when combined with the views of the harbor.
Guest Review of the Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
22 November 2011
An absolutely gorgeous hotel -- steps to Gastown - shopping - Robson
Street Meat :-)....beds were super comfy - room was immaculate. Shower
was the best I have ever had - large modern bathroom.....had trouble
finding the hair dryer because it was in it's own little bag .... haha
Lobby bar was fun fun fun --- great entertainment and snacks.
Excellent option for cruisers -- pier is steps away.
Fantastic view of the bay and the Canada Place cruise terminal. |
