Granville Island Hotel Guest Recommendations

Editors Review of the Granville Island Hotel

Granville Island is one of Vancouver's more entertaining neighborhoods, but unless you've moored up in a houseboat, the only overnight option is the Granville Island Hotel.

This is one of Vancouver's best-kept secrets, this hotel is tucked away on the edge of Granville Island in a unique waterfront setting, a short stroll from theaters, galleries, and the fabulous Granville Island public market.

If you don't have a car, the only potential drawback to a stay here is the location. During the daytime when the False Creek ferries are running, it's a quick ferry ride to Yaletown or the West End.

After 10pm, however, you're looking at a C$15-to-C$20 cab ride or an hour walk. The Island after dark is reasonably happening, and the hotel's waterside restaurant and brewpub are good-weather hangout spots with outdoor seating.

The Granville Island Market is a great place to go for breakfast or lunch. Lots of places to buy snacks or coffee. There is not a single ’chain" outlet to be seen

We only spent one night on Granville Island and it was not enough time to enjoy all the attractions of this lovely place. My tip would be to spend more time there. We definitely will on our next visit. Take the Aquabus for under $4 for a quick little cruise to Yaletown down False Creek where there are even more excellent restaurants and a shopping district.

The Public Market rivals Pike Place. The three course dinner at ""The Cat's Meow"" was great.

Granville Island Hotel
1253 Johnston Street
Vancouver BC